After years of procrastination, I finally decided to write a year-end review this year. I hope to maintain this habit in the coming years. Even Bhagwan Swaminarayan, in his Vachanamrut, emphasized the importance of writing a vanik nu naamu (a daily ledger of our actions). I’ve divided this article into two sections: professional and personal life.
Professional
This year, I decided to switch jobs as my work had become monotonous, and I felt I was getting too comfortable and lethargic. Leaving a company where I had worked for over five years was not easy, but stepping out of my comfort zone was worth it. The reward for hard work was sweeter than I had imagined.
Another major milestone this year was attempting the UPSC CSE prelims exam. It was a completely different and enriching experience. I learned a great deal about how the country functions, how our environment operates, and so much more. For anyone in their early 20s, I highly recommend giving this exam a try—it broadens your perspective in incredible ways.
I also launched my new website, ravivaniya.com, where I’ve started sharing my thoughts. On the technology front, I embraced AI tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and several others. These tools have significantly transformed the way I prepare for interviews and work within organizations. They’ve also challenged me to improve and match their pace.
Personal
Big update: I entered into a relationship in April! This has been a beautiful new phase of life, teaching me many things and changing my perspective on the world around me.
I explored Hyderabad, bid farewell to Gandhinagar, and returned to working from home at the end of the year. On a less positive note, I didn’t perform as well as I had hoped in the Satsang Sikshan Pariksha. However, I thoroughly enjoyed attending the Karyakar Suvarna Mahotsav this year.
Wishing you a very prosperous New Year!
Until next time,
Ravi
"It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is most adaptable to change." — Charles Darwin