2014 Words.
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I think I have finally chosen my Word.
My Word for 2014 is Become. The definition I’m using is to undergo change or development, to come into existence. I want to Become more patient. I want to Become a better version of myself and undergo a change for the good, develop my thinking to be more positive and come to be more in the moments that matter. I want to Become more spontaneous and more fun-loving. I want to change the way I think about the past and worry about things I can't control.
My Word for 2014 is Become. The definition I’m using is to undergo change or development, to come into existence. I want to Become more patient. I want to Become a better version of myself and undergo a change for the good, develop my thinking to be more positive and come to be more in the moments that matter. I want to Become more spontaneous and more fun-loving. I want to change the way I think about the past and worry about things I can't control.
This is such a great thread, isn't it! This is all so inspirational for the new year at a time when we have to leave all the pretty, sparkly lights of Christmas behind. I've chosen my Word. And I can't get it out of my head, so I'm sure it is the right one.
I've been on a successful journey to a healthier me over the past year but old injuries are holding me back. Suddenly my bones and muscles are feeling my age (I too have "50" sneaking up on me). I need to repair my foundation and I think it will help my other goals fall into place. So I'm calling the doctor today about a much-stalled hip surgery, and I'm reworking my daily routine to include year-round work in the garden (we live on acreage) instead of just seasonal. We have lots of rocks to haul here!
My Word for 2014: Strong.
I've been on a successful journey to a healthier me over the past year but old injuries are holding me back. Suddenly my bones and muscles are feeling my age (I too have "50" sneaking up on me). I need to repair my foundation and I think it will help my other goals fall into place. So I'm calling the doctor today about a much-stalled hip surgery, and I'm reworking my daily routine to include year-round work in the garden (we live on acreage) instead of just seasonal. We have lots of rocks to haul here!
My Word for 2014: Strong.
I'm loving everyone's words! I think our words fits each of us and what we are striving for in 2014 perfectly!
I'm working on more SPACE today- a whole day ahead with nothing on the agenda!!
Annie
I'm working on more SPACE today- a whole day ahead with nothing on the agenda!!
Annie
My word for 2014 is going to be....LESS. I want less stress, less worry, less clutter & less responsibility. Just to name a few!
Doodlebug such a sweet posting. I am so sorry for your loss. I am just now realizing I never picked out a word....I was going to skip it this year as nothing really came to mind and then today I started thinking about it....and I think my word for 2014 will be
CELEBRATE
Since I will be retiring...it comes to mind but I can use it in lots of ways other than just that...celebrate life, celebrate a new stage of life, celebrate my friendships etc...
CELEBRATE
Since I will be retiring...it comes to mind but I can use it in lots of ways other than just that...celebrate life, celebrate a new stage of life, celebrate my friendships etc...
Well January is certainly moving fast.
I am focusing on my word Complete. I am working on completing my to do list every week.
I am working on competing all on my to do last at work. Following through and making sure every job is complete.
Trying to be what I consider to be a complete wife, mother and homemaker.
How are we all going with our words?
I am focusing on my word Complete. I am working on completing my to do list every week.
I am working on competing all on my to do last at work. Following through and making sure every job is complete.
Trying to be what I consider to be a complete wife, mother and homemaker.
How are we all going with our words?
I'm doing pretty well.
I definitely had more space in January than I did in December.
One thing I need to watch- is when people ask for volunteers, my hand immediately goes up. I need to sit back and let some others jump in there.
Case in point: A group I'm in at church was in charge of the kitchen for the month of January. I was there cleaning and serving 3 out of the 4 Sundays in January. Also, the potluck and get together last Saturday was put on by this group. Same people cleaning the kitchen were the same handful that helped with the get together. And this is a BIG group. What the?
If someone of us don't step up- maybe that will force others to?! Or they will see there are time slots open, so they will contribute.
I don't know.....
I just know while others were home all day last Saturday enjoying THEIR space, I was in the church kitchen and the very next morning, while they all left right after church- where was I- in the church kitchen!
Annie
I definitely had more space in January than I did in December.
One thing I need to watch- is when people ask for volunteers, my hand immediately goes up. I need to sit back and let some others jump in there.
Case in point: A group I'm in at church was in charge of the kitchen for the month of January. I was there cleaning and serving 3 out of the 4 Sundays in January. Also, the potluck and get together last Saturday was put on by this group. Same people cleaning the kitchen were the same handful that helped with the get together. And this is a BIG group. What the?
If someone of us don't step up- maybe that will force others to?! Or they will see there are time slots open, so they will contribute.
I don't know.....
I just know while others were home all day last Saturday enjoying THEIR space, I was in the church kitchen and the very next morning, while they all left right after church- where was I- in the church kitchen!
Annie
Annie I agree. If you hold back a bit others may feel inclined to volunteer. I am usually one of the first to volunteer and I think others immediately think, great I do not need to help. By pulling back, they will need to step forward.
February check in- How is everyone doing?!
This morning I was saying to myself: The Olympics have really made me stay home. AND I AM LOVING IT!!!!!!
Then I asked myself, "Why do you need the Olympics on to stay home?"
JUST STAY HOME, GIRL!
This morning I was saying to myself: The Olympics have really made me stay home. AND I AM LOVING IT!!!!!!
Then I asked myself, "Why do you need the Olympics on to stay home?"
JUST STAY HOME, GIRL!
Annie, I love Diedra's theory...all we have to do is say, "I'm sorry. I already have plans," even if all you plan to do is sit on the couch in your pajamas reading a book or take a nap or whatever you would rather be doing!
I am being tenacious about not drinking cokes or sweetened tea, just water or unsweet tea with no artificial sweetener added. DH and I are also not letting anything interfere with our going to the gym on a regular basis (4-6 times a week). I have also been staying on top of keeping the house a little cleaner. I do use my word to motivate myself to stay on track with all of those things, so my word is working for me. Let's hope it continues!
I am being tenacious about not drinking cokes or sweetened tea, just water or unsweet tea with no artificial sweetener added. DH and I are also not letting anything interfere with our going to the gym on a regular basis (4-6 times a week). I have also been staying on top of keeping the house a little cleaner. I do use my word to motivate myself to stay on track with all of those things, so my word is working for me. Let's hope it continues!
Not as good as I want, but I'm tring too... got post-its all around my computer screen to make me think of things I can do while I'm at the office.
I am doing ok so far. I have been able to complete most of my to do list, and I have been really looking at the house and finding things to alter to make it more comfy for us as a family.
I need to work on some areas of personal development, but I am getting there,
I need to work on some areas of personal development, but I am getting there,