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Last year, for the first time, I selected a “Word of the Year.” I’d heard many positive things about this process so I thought I’d give it a try. But, to be honest, I wasn’t sure why I was doing it. What was the benefit? How did it work? What was the word supposed to do?

So, I gave my “Word of the Year” a job and a purpose. It had to:

Resonate with me on an emotional level.
Anchor my daily life.
Provided focus.
Assist in setting intentions.
Be the core of my decision-making process.

In 2017 my word of the year was “Calm.” Although my husband will question how effective it really was (at least to him, on an external level), I found great value in the focus word. In moments of stress and pressure, I found great benefit in closing my eyes, taking a deep breath and thinking about just being “calm.” It truly did provide an anchor for my daily life.

This year I’ve chosen the word “Persistence.” According to dictionary.com, persistence is:

Persisting, especially in spite of opposition, obstacles, discouragement, etc.; persevering and,
Lasting or enduring tenaciously

Checking with my trusty thesaurus revealed:

Tenacity
Determination
Doggedness
Resolve
Diligence
Endurance
Purpose
Grit

It also revealed many more word that resonated with me, including stubbornness which I elected to ignore. 🙂

I have some mighty goals for this year. All of which will require persistence in spite of opposition, enduring tenaciously, resolve, purpose and possibly a bit of stubbornness to be honest.

What’s your Word of the Year? What one word will help you achieve your goals?

Happy New Year, everyone!

Cindy Jobs, COC, ACC

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