I’m not sure how to categorize 2024. My cycling was shifted into the warmer months instead of year round, but I think I enjoyed it more. I’m likely ready to shift my mindset back into exploration mode and less speed and high score cycling. This seems like a healthy shift, since chasing arbitrary goals can be too grind focused and lead to burnout.
I was far more social in-person, which seems like a big win. I managed to establish a routine that involves seeing friends in person regularly, and that unsurprisingly turned out to be very good for my mental health.
For 2025 I suspect focusing on doing things with people will continue to benefit me.