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I once had a friend who, every year on his birthday, would make a list of things he liked and disliked. He'd compare it to the previous year's list as a way of keeping track of what genuinely interested him, rather than continuing to pursue something simply because he'd always enjoyed it. I always thought this was a great way to take stock of yourself. It's easy to continue chasing old dreams or holding on to interests that no longer mean as much to you as they once did. Sometimes we become so accustomed to doing certain things that we never stop to ask ourselves whether we're actually enjoying them anymore. While I've never adopted my friend's annual tradition, I think this recent reset in my life is an attempt to accomplish something similar. I'm taking a closer look at where I spend my time, what holds my attention, and what kind of person I want to be moving forward. I'm not necessarily looking to reinvent myself, but rather to become a little more comfortable with who I am today,…

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