I confess. I love the New Year. Clean slate, fresh planner, new goals…so many possibilities… It’s one of my favorite times of the year for sure.
Ever since I can remember, I’ve started the year with a list or a plan. But, for the last few years, I’ve chosen a word of the year as well, and let that guide not only those goals, but also my year. As woo woo as I can be, I was pretty shocked at how well it worked for me the first time, so obviously I’ve kept it up.
This week, this weird week between Christmas and New Year, that’s what I’m working on. I completed my business plan weeks ago, but this week is about recalibrating after the holidays, reflecting on the year, looking back on the things that worked or didn’t, and looking forward to 2022.
Tips on Choosing Your Word of the Year
I have my short list that I’ll decide on later this week, but here are my tips if you have never chosen a word of the year and want to try it this year:
Think about where you want to be, or what you want to accomplish, in the year to come. Make a list of those things. You’ll likely see a common thread.
Would you like things to be easier? More simple? Are you looking for more balance in your business, relationships, etc.? Growth? Adventure?
Once you make a list of those things, that word, or spirit, will likely start to speak to you. If you’re looking for some inspiration for YOUR word, I’ve included a list below of 100 words to get you started.
Focusing on Your Word of the Year
Remember, it doesn’t have to mean anything to anyone but you!
Pro tip- when you have it, make it your Lock Screen, get a piece of jewelry with your word (this is what I do), write it on your mirror, a post it in your car, or wherever you’re going to see it all the time!
- Adventure
- Soar
- Peace
- Bountiful
- Ease
- Peace
- Balance
- Drive
- Vibrant
- Bloom
- Blossom
- Gratitude
- Grace
- Learn
- Mindful
- Explore
- Persistence
- Drive *my word for 2019
- Power
- Freedom
- Rebirth
- Transformation
- Growth
- Amplify
- Ascend
- Transcend
- Sparkle
- Ambition
- Flourish
- Maximize
- Minimize
- Breathe
- Comfort
- Perseverance
- Vitality
- Create
- Ignite
- Reflection
- Positivity
- Progress *My word for 2020
- Movement
- Release
- Centered
- Thoughtful
- Steady
- Flow *My word for 2021
- Fearless
- Energize
- Liberate
- Influence
- Affinity
- Acceptance
- Abundance
- Service
- Empower
- Simplify
- Faith
- Boundless
- Giving
- Cleanse
- Yes
- Build
- Confidence
- Committed
- Enough
- Grounded
- Imagine
- Manifest
- Passion
- Serenity
- Resolve
- Speak
- Strength
- Lead
- Worthy
- Authenticity
- Celebrate
- Connection
- Hope
- Purpose
- Sparkle
- Love
- Life
- Synergize
- Truth
- Achieve
- Nourish
- Stretch
- Strength
- Liberate
- Overcome
- Wholeness
- Richness
- Success
- Conquer
- Momentum
- Becoming
- Challenge
- Change
- Belief
Have fun choosing what will be inspiring to you. Good luck, and whatever your word is, have a beautiful, bountiful, New Year!