Hello, 2023! Let's SHINE!
Hello, 2023! I'm not much for resolutions. I pause to reflect often in the year to reset. I'm happy to change direction or dig a little deeper most any time of year. One practice I have enjoyed at the beginning of each year is to pick a word to be my guide. Some years have been better than others, for sure. Life has a way of making its own decisions. Am I right? Every year, to begin the process, I make a list of possible words to help step into the new year. I have selected a word or phrase for a little over ten years now. Sometimes words find me; sometimes I find them. I've had the most success with words that give me space and add a little adventure to life. Past Words Ripple (2022) Choose JOY (2021) Simplify (2020) Center (2019) Reach (2018) STRETCH (2017) Be Mindful (2016) Be Brave (2015 --- and my personal favorite) Discover (2014) Thank (2012) I'm in a new season of life and honestly, so far, it's one of my favorites. Last year, I chose the word