Progress Report 3
By Warren Wong
It’s been a while since I’ve written a progress report. Today, I felt empowered to do so. Writing is a pastime and a refuge for me, even after all these years. There’s a sense of escapism, and internal catharsis sprinkled in.
The last 2 years have been a series of challenges from entering a new profession, combined with a quick exit to embarking on a sabbatical as I reassess my life, goals, and what I value most.
It’s a season of reflection, and inner growth, compounded with experiencing and living as much as I can. I feel deep gratitude for the people in my life, my family, and new friends I’ve made on the road.
This year hasn’t been without challenges and tumultuous twists and turns as I am sure many of you have felt as well. However, I would be remiss to say that overall, it has been lovely, and well worth the sacrifice and personal growth life has foisted upon me.
As I look towards the horizon, I sense a deep feeling of calm and steady breeze, pushing me further into the ocean of opportunity. At 31 years old, I have a profound feeling of contentment in my life that I have not experienced in my younger years. Perhaps it’s a feeling associated with age, and experience, or maybe I have grown wise beyond my years…
I attribute my contentment to the people I have met, both the blissful and tragic events I have witnessed, but most of this knowledge has manifested from practical application from books. I took a deep interest in books centered around abstract concepts of mindfulness, consciousness, philosophy recently, and it has given me a clearer picture of what I envision for my life, and how to live it.
In other news, I’ve started a Youtube Channel, or rather continued off where I left off back in 2019. This channel has become a unique way for creative expression, and has allowed me to connect with others on a similar path. I am excited for the possibilities, but mainly, its nourishment for the soul. When I can share my stories and connect with others, I feel seen.
Perhaps another interesting life update would be my transformation into becoming a wandering nomad, traveling around the world with my backpack and laptop. I don’t think I could have imagined this for myself 5 years ago, however it is now my reality. There’s a sense of adventure living on the road, like a modern day Jack Reacher. I’ve developed a new sense of who I’d like to become, as I attempt to live life on the edge.
To wrap up this long string of incongruent sentences, I guess what I am trying to convey is that life is odd. There is no prescribed path, and I am still figuring it out day to day. But, in the meantime, I’m going to enjoy the heck out of it.
As always, thanks for reading, and warm wishes to wherever you may be.
Sincerely,
Warren
