But that does not mean there will be no problems. In human reality, problems are part and parcel of life. They are inevitable. But this year some fuzzy areas will be cleared and brought into focus and they will offer possibilities and opportunities for resolution.

It is like being under a dark cloud, which casts shadows that make it difficult to see things as they really are. This affects our judgement because we make decisions based on limited knowledge. But when the cloud passes over and disappears the dark shadows are lifted and we see clearly and that helps us make better decisions.

In 2025, many issues that have been plaguing planet Earth will clarify. However, it is what we do in response that will determine whether things will get better.

When clarity comes, it is those who seize the possibilities and opportunities it opens up who will find success. Those who don’t and carry on as usual will miss out completely on the chance to resolve; a second chance may be long in coming and in some cases never come. This will be true at the personal, communal, national and international levels.

It is those who seize the possibilities and opportunities clarity brings who will become the catalysts for change that will improve the quality of life for those involved. The rest will plod on, business as usual.

Internationally and nationally, there will be some let-up of stress in some trouble spots offering leaders options to navigate towards a solution. It will be the same at the personal level. As clarity broadens the perspective, swift and decisive action will lead to positive results.

When clarity presents itself, it will inspire the true leaders to rise up to act in the interests of the people and they will get the support of the majority of the people. Their policies and plans will produce positive results leading to a concerted effort to move forwards towards progress. The leaders who don’t, will be met with increasing resistance and their immediate futures will be at stake.

The challenges clarity illuminates will not be difficult but they require a strong will to find solutions according to the rules of the land and international laws. At the personal level, according to acceptable social, cultural and religious norms. When the over-riding concern is the good of the people, leaders with a strong will to effect such changes will get ahead because the people will recognise and support them.

Where Malaysia is concerned, leaders have to consider two primary factors in seizing the chances clarity offers: strict adherence to the federal constitution and the mandate of the people.

They should seek the mandate of the people according to the federal constitution without pandering to unelected elites and associating themselves with corruption-tainted leaders and political parties.

If they do it, the old would have passed and the new come and it will be good for the leaders and the people!

Happy New Year! Looking forward to a good year!