A word after a word after a word is power.” — Margaret Atwood
Empower Yourself: Choosing a Word of the Year
As we usher in a new year, many of us are familiar with the tradition of making resolutions. However, let’s face it – resolutions often end up abandoned by February. This year, let’s break free from the cycle of unfulfilled promises and embrace a more effective and empowering approach: choosing a word of the year that will serve as our guide for 2024.
The Power of a Single Word:
Instead of a laundry list of resolutions, consider distilling your aspirations into a single, powerful word. This word becomes your guiding mantra, encapsulating your goals, desires, and intentions for the coming year. Words like purpose, courage, action, gratitude, self-care, or love can act as beacons, illuminating your path and directing your actions.
Why Choose a Word?
The beauty of a guiding word lies in its simplicity and versatility. Unlike resolutions that can feel restrictive or overwhelming, a word serves as a high-level guide, providing a framework for your decision-making, especially during challenging times. It becomes a touchstone, a reminder of your overarching theme for the year that resonates through every aspect of your life.
How to Choose Your Word:
Selecting your guiding word is a personal and reflective process. Consider your values, aspirations, and the areas of your life where you want to see growth. Maybe you seek balance, or perhaps resilience is your key to overcoming obstacles. Allow your intuition to guide you towards a word that resonates deeply with your heart and soul.
Making Your Word Work:
Once you’ve chosen your word, infuse it into your daily life. Write it down – The Human Being Journal includes a section where you can easily capture your word or mantra for the year, create visual reminders, or incorporate it into your meditation or mindfulness practices. Keeping your word top-of-mind ensures that it becomes an integral part of your decision-making process. Whether you’re faced with a tough choice or navigating through a challenging situation, your guiding word will provide clarity and focus.
This year, let’s move beyond the tradition of resolutions and embrace the power of a single, guiding word – it can transform your year into a journey of growth and fulfillment. Remember, it’s not about the word itself, but the intention and commitment it represents. So, as you embark on this new chapter, empower yourself with a word that speaks to your soul, guiding you towards a year filled with success, joy, and personal evolution.