Things You Should Know About in 2025

There’s something about a fresh year that makes you take stock. What’s working, what’s not, what you’re over, and what you want more of. So if you’re wondering where to put your energy in 2025, here’s a list of things that are worth knowing, remembering, and leaning into. A little bit life, a little bit money, a little bit design. Let’s go.

AI isn’t stealing your job, but it might be making it easier.
You don’t need to fear it, but you do need to keep up. Tools are changing, workflows are shifting, and the smartest people are using tech to do less of the boring stuff and more of what they actually enjoy.

Rest is productive. You don’t need to earn it by being exhausted.
Read that again. Burnout is not a badge of honour, and downtime doesn’t need to be justified.

TikTok taught us more than school ever did.
From budget hacks to random history facts, we are learning constantly and not just in traditional ways. Take it all in, skip what doesn’t serve you.

You can’t save your way out of poor design.
In homes or in life. Smart, thoughtful choices upfront make a massive difference long term. Function is worth investing in.

People are craving real, not perfect.
Whether it’s your home, your face, or your feed, perfection is out. Give people a glimpse of the real, messy, beautiful stuff.

You’re allowed to change your mind.
About your career, your layout, your priorities, your people. Growth looks like evolution, not rigid plans.

Budgeting doesn’t mean being boring, it means being in charge.
You don’t need to cut out everything you love. You just need to know where your money is going and why.

Everyone’s winging it, some are just louder about it.
Truly. Most of us are figuring it out as we go. Don’t let someone else’s confidence fool you into doubting yourself.

A good night’s sleep is the new status symbol.
Better than a new bag or a flashy car, deep sleep, clear thoughts, and waking up rested are the real flex.

Being busy isn’t the same as being successful.
Full calendars don’t always mean fulfilled lives. Make space for what actually matters.

That ‘just $30’ adds up faster than you think.
Little leaks can sink big ships. Small, repeated spending can derail your goals without you even noticing.

The algorithm is watching.
Whether you’re building a brand or just scrolling, it’s shaping what you see. Pay attention to what you’re feeding it.

Learn what interest rates actually mean.
It’s not the most exciting topic, but it’s one of the most important. Understanding your money makes you powerful.

Future you wants you to meal prep.
Not for the aesthetic containers, but for the ease, the savings, and the “I’m not ordering takeout again this week” wins.

Keep the receipt, literally and metaphorically.
In life, in purchases, in relationships. Know what you’ve invested and what you’ve walked away with.

You’re not bad with money, you just need better info.
Most people were never taught this stuff. You’re not behind, you just need a clearer path forward.

You’re allowed to outgrow plans.
What worked last year might not work anymore. That’s not failure, it’s maturity.

Ask questions, even if you feel silly.
Curiosity is a skill, not a weakness. The smartest people are the ones still learning.

Here’s to 2025. To making better decisions, loosening your grip on perfection, and creating a life (and home) that works for you.