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Solution: Don't make resolutions ... instead choose a word to guide you through the year.
A few years ago a very clever person here on the blogosphere suggested we all ditch the new year's resolutions in favour of a new WORD. Brilliant idea Maxabella.
In 2012 my word was FOCUS. As I got ready to launch Cheer Chick Charlie I had to ensure I was focussed on the goal, focussed on every step, every detail, every book, every product, every key deliverable. I used this word in every area of my life to help guide me and keep me on track. I was sure to focus on the kids, on my husband, on health, on meals, on cheerleading, on friends. Each day I would wake up with the word FOCUS emplazoned across my mind.
In 2013 my word has been WILL. I WILL achieve results, I will get things done, I will succeed, I will give it my best shot, I will stay focussed, I will have belief in the possibilities. I extended the word to include WILL POWER and WILLINGNESS. It was a good word and it's been a great year.
As we approach 2014 I've been wondering what my new word should be. I look at the year ahead and the goals I have set. I look at the
SOLUTIONS.
That's it. That's my word for this year. There are no problems, only SOLUTIONS. This year will be tackled with a SOLUTIONS based mindset. There will be no getting bogged down in problems or challenges or frustrations, because behind every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and behind every problem is a solution just waiting to be found.
So for me 2014 is going to be the year of SOLUTIONS.
Happy New Word everybody.
What will your 2014 word be?
That's a great way to look at a New year's resolution, as a positive mantra rather than lots of unrealistic goals that we can fail at. Love it :)
ReplyDelete4 words - walked in, danced out. Implying a shift into enthusiasm and happiness...
ReplyDeleteLove you word solutions. Positive mindset all the way. My word for 2014 is change. I can't wait!
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ReplyDeleteWill have to think longer on this but I like this idea too! All the best in finding all the solutions you need next year :)
ReplyDeleteAi @ Sakura Haruka
Great word choice, I love the concept and positive mind set. I hope this word really comes to fruition for you.
ReplyDeleteAfter MUCH deliberation my word for 2014 is Simple - making sure I take pleasure out of simple everyday moments and live simply by not over thinking everything as I am prone to do. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteBalance - but then again I have lots of words, one can not live by one word alone! Happy New Year lovely x
ReplyDeleteI love this idea and I used it last year too. This year I'm choosing 'definition' as I feel I need to fine tune several things in my life - mental and physical. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteThat is an awesome word Leanne, and such a perfect mindset to have for the year. Love how you just go out and follow your dreams. You're a true inspiration. xx
ReplyDeleteLove that word! I've seen a few posts now that talk about words for the year and I haven't really given it much thought honestly.
ReplyDeletePerfect attitude Leanne, solutions sounds like a great idea to me!
ReplyDeleteMy word for 2014 is Dare x
Great words - I have a meditation to do about thus for an art project on the weekend, but I think mine will be HOPE and ACTION. Here's to a wonderful 2014!
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