I've been thinking a lot about career progression and the pressure to constantly advance in my field. I want to get better at what I do, but I don't need to have specific goals or a traditional career plan. Instead, I'm focusing on improvement for its own sake, using themes like "ideas" as a guide. This approach is working for me, even if it doesn't feel that way, and it allows me to focus on self-improvement without feeling pressured by external expectations. By doing so, I can find motivation in the process of getting better, rather than just the end result, and I can create a fulfilling career path that aligns with my values and interests.