What do you think of the current year (2025) right now?
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Kinda odd, but not necessarily bad so far. January and February are kinda too early to judge for me. I think I'll have a better idea about mid March. But even if it ends up a bad year for me like last year, it is possible for the last half of the year to be better.
This year is giving me an existential crisis both in terms of personal and global events
If it keeps going on this trajectory or my country elects a certain spud then it’s on track to be the worst year (for me) since I was a teenager and I’m not saying that lightly
If it keeps going on this trajectory or my country elects a certain spud then it’s on track to be the worst year (for me) since I was a teenager and I’m not saying that lightly
On a personal note its fine.
On a global note, the world sucks right now and simply turning on the news lowers my mood and lessens my hope for humanity.
On a global note, the world sucks right now and simply turning on the news lowers my mood and lessens my hope for humanity.
QueenCobra
Corn? How’d that get on my bag?
Obviously, I am disgusted by the leadership of my country. It’s scary and I have no idea whether to cry or shout in anger. I’m also worried about my dog. He is very sick— he has vestibular disease, and may or may not have had a stroke. (Vet’s opinion) He barely eats or drinks, and is somewhat dizzy. I wish I could hug him and make all the hurt go away— he may be older, but he’s still my baby. 
On a personal note, though, I have had some good things happen. My writing will be featured on a blog and podcast, etc. I’ve discovered some fun new music and cute wrestlers.
There have been highs and lows. I know we’re only three months into this year, but it’s been a mixed bag so far.
On a personal note, though, I have had some good things happen. My writing will be featured on a blog and podcast, etc. I’ve discovered some fun new music and cute wrestlers.
There have been highs and lows. I know we’re only three months into this year, but it’s been a mixed bag so far.
rocketspruggs
When you wish upon a ☆
It's fine for me, even if it's too early for me to judge yet.
Personally pretty crap so far. Lost my granddad. Currently down £400 due to delays in repayment. Cardiology results have been delayed and my "urgent" referral to a specialist for another health issue last summer has still not resulted in an appointment. Victim of workplace bullying. Luckily my manager completely has my back on that last point but it is taking a while to be resolved.
daringred_
✧ stupid lesbian ✧
on a personal note, it's only steadily gone downhill. i was sick twice from trying a new medication (two different doses) and then had the flu right after, so i was off work for a while. i'm in the middle of a depressive slump that's ratcheted my fatigue up to unbearable levels. trying to get medical treatment for my depression has been a joke, and i just had really frustrating news about my adhd referral, so that's going nowhere at the moment either. all things out of my control which really sucks. it'll be nice to get some heat/sun in the summer, but. it isn't much to look forward to, sadly.
on a global scale, it's terrible. i fortunately don't live in the us, but i'm not naive enough to think what's going on over there doesn't have a knock-on effect with the rest of the world, especially considering events within the last week, and i worry about my friends who live there regardless. even aside from their joke of a president, the economy here is in shambles with everything going up in price while wages largely stay the same.
on a global scale, it's terrible. i fortunately don't live in the us, but i'm not naive enough to think what's going on over there doesn't have a knock-on effect with the rest of the world, especially considering events within the last week, and i worry about my friends who live there regardless. even aside from their joke of a president, the economy here is in shambles with everything going up in price while wages largely stay the same.
Firesquids
⛧Roxie of Avalar⛧
It's been really bad. I'm in so much pain all the time, whether from stomach issues or now dental issues on top of it. I have have a dentist appointment in a couple hours to address the pain I'm still feeling from 4 fillings I got a month ago. (Also I caught the flu while recovering from it, which lasted for 2 weeks)
Trying to plan a wedding reception party in about 2 months ( got married with no wedding two years ago now to have better health insurance so I can figure out what is wrong with my stomach, still have no clue what's wrong
)
Have so little done, because I'm struggling with my health literally every day. Brought in my ring to be resized and they completely botched it, they changed the material the band is made out of and it's too big for me now and the main stone isn't set correctly so it wiggles around. (Plus it took over a month to get it back last time)
Hopefully can finalize some wedding plans and get invitations sent out soon enough that people will actually show up. Going dress shopping next weekend, clothing shopping is always a nightmare so wish me luck...
On top of it all my government is so extra stupid right now, my husband works for the department of health and I worry about his job security with the DOGE bull****. Inflation has been insane and with the stupid tariffs it's only going to get worse. I'm worried about my trans friends, the news is so terrible every day. It's all a lot, I want to stay informed but the stress of it is getting to me. Worried about my cats and the bird flu and how there have already been deaths of pet cats in my state from it.
If 2020 was a dumpster fire, then 2025 is a sewer explosion.
Trying to plan a wedding reception party in about 2 months ( got married with no wedding two years ago now to have better health insurance so I can figure out what is wrong with my stomach, still have no clue what's wrong
)Have so little done, because I'm struggling with my health literally every day. Brought in my ring to be resized and they completely botched it, they changed the material the band is made out of and it's too big for me now and the main stone isn't set correctly so it wiggles around. (Plus it took over a month to get it back last time)
Hopefully can finalize some wedding plans and get invitations sent out soon enough that people will actually show up. Going dress shopping next weekend, clothing shopping is always a nightmare so wish me luck...
On top of it all my government is so extra stupid right now, my husband works for the department of health and I worry about his job security with the DOGE bull****. Inflation has been insane and with the stupid tariffs it's only going to get worse. I'm worried about my trans friends, the news is so terrible every day. It's all a lot, I want to stay informed but the stress of it is getting to me. Worried about my cats and the bird flu and how there have already been deaths of pet cats in my state from it.
If 2020 was a dumpster fire, then 2025 is a sewer explosion.
Halloqueen
"Yoko has returned, they cry."
On a micro level, despite difficulties, everything going on has been leading to mental, emotional and spiritual growth for me. It's a mixed bag; I wouldn't say it's been a good personal year thus far, but at least some bits of good are mixed in with the bad.
However, on a macro level, the world is having a horrible year and we're not even three full months into it yet. This is going to be a terrible year for a lot of people for a lot of reasons. The myriad negative effects will become increasingly difficult to avoid becoming aware of or experiencing for all but the most politically disengaged, oblivious, misinformed, disinformed, unempathetic or remote people.
2024 was the worst year of my life thus far, but 2025 said "Hold my beer."
My apologies for my bummer of a response. I can tell this thread was made with innocent, goodhearted intention.
To brighten things up a little bit, I do maintain a spark of hope for a better future which I will hold close to help me push me through this and I hope to reignite that spark in others who may have lost it.
However, on a macro level, the world is having a horrible year and we're not even three full months into it yet. This is going to be a terrible year for a lot of people for a lot of reasons. The myriad negative effects will become increasingly difficult to avoid becoming aware of or experiencing for all but the most politically disengaged, oblivious, misinformed, disinformed, unempathetic or remote people.
2024 was the worst year of my life thus far, but 2025 said "Hold my beer."
My apologies for my bummer of a response. I can tell this thread was made with innocent, goodhearted intention.
To brighten things up a little bit, I do maintain a spark of hope for a better future which I will hold close to help me push me through this and I hope to reignite that spark in others who may have lost it.
Personally I'm having a great year and it's much better than 2024 was for me. I'm still on an uphill trend and my finances are looking good, so I'm getting ready to move into my own place in a couple months with no roommates. Life is good.
World-wise? World-wise it is absolutely scary right now. Despite the warning signs and everything, the U.S. ended up electing a literal buffoon as president and a lot of people are suffering as a result. In fact, one of my friends and I talks about it from time to time, and I'm pretty sure Trump will go down in history as one of the worst U.S. presidents ever, if not the worst. You can pretty much put that in cement at this point.
Coincidentally, I do remember years ago when I was on a school field trip that someone told me I'd make a great president for the U.S., and they told me this unprompted. I just kinda shrugged it off at the time and said I'm not interested. Most all politicians are corrupt to some degree anyway, it's just that some are worse than others. And I don't think there's going to ever be anyone as bad as Trump or like him for quite some time, lol.
World-wise? World-wise it is absolutely scary right now. Despite the warning signs and everything, the U.S. ended up electing a literal buffoon as president and a lot of people are suffering as a result. In fact, one of my friends and I talks about it from time to time, and I'm pretty sure Trump will go down in history as one of the worst U.S. presidents ever, if not the worst. You can pretty much put that in cement at this point.
Coincidentally, I do remember years ago when I was on a school field trip that someone told me I'd make a great president for the U.S., and they told me this unprompted. I just kinda shrugged it off at the time and said I'm not interested. Most all politicians are corrupt to some degree anyway, it's just that some are worse than others. And I don't think there's going to ever be anyone as bad as Trump or like him for quite some time, lol.
