If you’ve been part of my community for a while, you might be familiar with my One Word Tradition. Each January, I land on the word that I want to live my year by, professional and personal. 2018’s word was Yes: choosing a frame of mind that helped me to grow, create bigger opportunities, and step into the next version of myself.
What I’ve come to look forward to about the One Word Tradition is the process of deciding. Deciding how I want to live for the next 365 days. The decision to land on the word is positive momentum, creating an anchor point for me.
One Word
The One Word for 2019?
Standout.
To standout is to be highly noticeable. Distinguished. Someone who shines. Who stands firm. Who steers away from shore. I especially love those last two, because they honestly make me the most uncomfortable – standing firm and steering away from shore.
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