I'd say that animal rights and environmental issues have always been at the forefront of my mind.
When you arrive at your destination, pay absolutely no attention to the thing people call jetlag.
I used to be a classic workaholic, and after seeing how little work and career really mean when you reach the end of your life, I put a new emphasis on things I believe count more. These things include: family, friends, being part of a community, and appreciating the little joys of the average day.