First off, happy Summer Solstice AKA a devotion to the sexiest princess I know in my life. ;)

But I haven't really done a self reflection in a while, so here goes. The last year has been quite fruitful for me overall. A lot of steps forward, and some steps back in other areas. Let's start with the good, shall we?

In terms of my streaming efforts, I have gotten in a sustainable schedule that has netted me some more attention over time. I don't feel burnt out. I feel like every minute I spend gaming is valuable, and the co-hosts I invite on have created some of my finest memories of the past year! I love what I do, and I do hope my presence there can grow big enough to perhaps branch out into other things and topics, like more gaming news/sports/philosophical things in a calm setting. If I want to leave my mark on the world, I certainly hope it extends beyond my beefy persona of Zeus here, as much as I deeply relate with him. So, thank you EVERYONE for supporting that hobby of mine so far. I love taking you all on my gaming journey with me.

Regarding my own spiritual path, I've certainly done a better job rationalizing my anger against the religious community. I have discovered atheist channels from all manners of topics and experiences, making me feel welcome whereas I felt so alone before. I have met online Theists that were rational and far from the ones picked on these YouTube channels I follow. Perhaps there is hope for humanity progressing behind these barriers that keep us back. But, with what's going on in the US and around the world lately, it is very hard to maintain that optimism that zealotry will be defeated. Doesn't help I'm still stuck watching online sermons with my parents mainly every weekend.

As far as the "bad" goes, I've certainly taken a step back with my physical health. I gained some poundage I lost and gotten used to working out less per week. I am to correct that, especially with MFF coming at the end of the year. I want to give a better first impression there, even though I know my friends would love me despite how I look. It's just me trying to get over a lot of frustrations to acheive my desired body. Least I'm still training in Karate twice a week, which is helping my body discipline and strengthening my resolve overall.

I've also had dips in attitude when reflecting on my love life. I'm 32, going onto 33, and it kinda hurts internally seeing happy couples around the fandom. I don't want to miss out, but it's very hard for me to find someone ideal in a fandom like this. But at the same time, I'm very nervous about dipping far outside nerdy circles considering how what I'm into could be too much baggage for my future partner. Regardless, RP desire hasn't dipped down for me much. That's been a good fill in for now.

Regardless, I got a lot of fun experiences ahead of me. MFF, football season, CEO this upcoming weekend, I like to think I'm living the prime of my life now. Sure I'm left wanting, but that's not going to stop me from improving myself and reaching towards my goals. We'll see how I feel this time next year. But, keep in touch my friends! If you got ideas on what I should focus on this year, do let me know. I appreciate feedback from my friends.