I have struggled this year to find one word. Yes, lots came to mind and they were good words. Inspiring or powerful, but somehow they did not completely fit what I felt.
I knew 2011 was going to be a challenging year with lots of decisions and choices to make.
And so I chose the word 'intuition'. It was a reminder that I just need to sit quietly and listen, rather than to act straight away. And I learnt that if I didn't follow my head, or what other people said, I could trust my intuition to guide me.
And so I chose the word 'intuition'. It was a reminder that I just need to sit quietly and listen, rather than to act straight away. And I learnt that if I didn't follow my head, or what other people said, I could trust my intuition to guide me.
And so, I sat with not having a word to start this new year. Hoping that it would come to me when the time was right. And it did. Last night.
Progress
It's not a word that I had considered or even thought of. But it felt just right. And last year I made a lot of progress.
For one thing I was redeployed and my role within a new service has involved lots of adaption and a big learning curve. It has worked out much better than I expected, and it continues to be a time for development and change. And I am looking forward, rather than to the past.
And my home. Well, yes that is still work in progress, with the kitchen and utility room unfinished. But change has happened since I posted here. Lots of change infact. And it
continues to happen.
In all areas of my life.
But, because change can happen slowly and progressively I don't always acknowledge how hard I have worked throughout the year. But I am giving myself a pat on the back right now, and recognising that progress has been made and that 2012 has started out on a much more positive footing.
And the more I think about the word, I like Progress.
Yes, I really do.
I wanted a word that recognised change, movement, and growth.... how far I came last year in practical achievement and personal growth. And the work that is yet to come.... the planned and the unexpected. And the dictionary defines it just so:
I wanted a word that recognised change, movement, and growth.... how far I came last year in practical achievement and personal growth. And the work that is yet to come.... the planned and the unexpected. And the dictionary defines it just so:
noun1.
1. movement forwards, esp towards a place or objective
2. satisfactory development, growth, or advance
3. advance towards completion, maturity, or perfection; the steady onward march of progress
Progress sits comfortably. It is not static or stuck. Yes, I can happily live with this word, because it is positive, inspiring and it has energy. Thank you, intuition.....
Before I go I want to share these two posts. Because they describe how other people chose their words.
So, I wonder if Alexa, at Trimming the Sails will leave you thoughtful and moved, like I was?
And finally, I wonder if you have a Word for the Year, and if so, what inspired you to choose?
Because what ever it was, I hope it brings you guidance and inspiration throughout 2012.
