After suggesting clients and blog readers adopt a word for the year rather than focus on a New Year's Resolution (with their dismal track record of success), I've gotten a number of offline requests for ideas. Wow; there are so many possibilities! Claim a word that summarizes the intentional action or theme you'd like to experience throughout the year.
- A few years ago my word was release... and did I ever get rid of items no longer used, needed or wanted. It paved the way for a great big release: the sale of our home.
- One year my word was gratitude... and did it ever serve me in the dark moments of losing my mother and caring for my ailing father and sister. "Gratitude" became my anchor and support, reminding me how blessed I was to be able to take the time to be with them, to help and hold, support and be supported.
- One year my word was joy... and it ensured I approached everything (family, friends, health, food, travel, leisure, business opportunities, professional relationships, and anything that came my way) with joy, or not at all.
- A few more ideas... healthy, happy, creative, flowing, success, travel, education, career, blossom, big-hearted, kind, spiritual, growth, focus. You get the picture. Any word that has meaning for you is perfect as a word for the year.
And for all of you who have inquired about my word for 2012 (I'm flattered that you asked!), it's balance. I know all work and no play makes Leslie a dull gal. So I'm focusing on balance and flow. Two words, but hey, we all get to choose! I figure if I'm balancing family, friends, work, home, health, travel, time with my pooch, and time to enjoy the wonders around me that I'll be flowing and balanced. And that's a good thing.
What's your word for 2012? Post it here or on my facebook page or dash me an email. Once you claim it as your own, watch how it shapes your mindset and unfolds in ways you never anticipated. Have fun with it!
Leslie Hamp, Creative Catalyst
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I just wrote a post about choosing a word for the year, too! My word is *listen*, because all too often I tune out on myself, my husband, and the world. I'm trying to take quiet time each day to sit, think and listen.
Posted by: Tonia | January 10, 2012 at 08:09 PM