One Little Word : 8 Month Update
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[ kite flying in Gearheart : july 2008 ]
Each January for the last few years I have chosen a word that has been my focus for the upcoming year (here's the posts about my word for 2007 and 2008). The simple idea is that a single word can be powerful. It can bring about change, propel you forward, slow you down, help you focus, make a difference in your life, etc.
I usually take some time in the middle of each year (or a bit later) to reflect on my word and what action or inaction has come about since January.
My word for 2008 is vitality.
And just like most things in my life, it's a work in progress.
I chose this word thinking of it as a healthy word. I wanted something that could help me focus on eating better and exercising and living more healthfully overall. I struggle with this in so many areas: time, energy, motivation, etc. What I really want is to just feel good - strong and vibrant and open and full of life and not weighted down physically, mentally, or emotionally.
This week I am reconnecting with my word. I lost it there for awhile. Today I am thinking a lot about the daily choices I make regarding food and exercise and stress. I am planning meals. I am walking. I am making some additional work changes and adjustments (especially related to travel over the next year). I am taking action.
Focusing on vitality has an even deeper meaning and importance for me now with this new little person on the way.
Back in January many of you shared your word for this year. Here's a reminder link to that list (and I am sure there are a few missing): 2008 list.
Have you done anything with your word this year? Has it faded into oblivion or lived near the surface or been on your mind daily? Has it impacted you one way or another? Do you need a new word or has a new one surfaced as the year has progressed? I would love to read if you are being challenged by your word or celebrate with you if you are having successes.
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My word is cultivate, I chose it to remind myself to learn and grow this year. The goals I had in mind with the word (gardening and digital scrap booking) have...well...slipped by. I'll start again with my attempts to figure out the digital world and next year I'll plant more but I've had a new baby this year so I've been cultivating our relationship and the relationship between her and her big brother. I can't wait to see how much you enjoy your new little addition!! Thanks so much for helping me to learn about the fun of digital scrap booking and sharing all of your inspiration. AND How fun that it's a whole family affair with your sister expecting too!!
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I think about my word often and to help I did a 12x12 page (a piece of art really) that hangs in my office to remind me. I love having something that is for me only and something that I can work towards and focus on. It is hard work sometimes but hard work never hurt right! I also love the challenge it brings everyday. Thanks for the inspiration. Oh and my word by the way Vitality. Tracey
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I had the word pause. Wrong word. I fell, had to have back surgery then got a staph infection. I didn't get to graduate with my nursing degree. So.....
Choose your word carefully.
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mine was "fear less" and i'm not sure if i have followed it or not. i made a cover page for my frankin planner with that phrase, but i don't always see it every day. i do think this has been a great year, so far. both my girls are in school and that has given me more time to work on my photography business. i've started reading books again. so while i've progressed, i don't know if i've actually reduced my fears...
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I loved your idea of having a special, meaningful word when I read the original blog entry. But nothing came to me. I figured it would come when it was ready, I wouldn't need to go looking for it. I have *just this week* figured out what my word is! I won't be changing it at the year's end, I'm keeping it until I need a different one. :-) Thanks for encouraging us to be more aware, otherwise, I might have just let the thought be temporary and not latched onto my word and made it mine!
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