I've never been a fan of New Year's resolutions. I get the importance and symbolism of new beginnings and setting goals, but I think resolutions fizzle out more often than not. So I was excited last year when I learned about
One Little Word from
Ruth Ayres. Rather than make a new year’s resolution I would likely break in a month, I decided to follow in others' footsteps and choose One Little Word to be my focus, motivation, and source of meditation throughout the year.
For 2015 my word was Brave. That word served me well and was a nagging reminder to “dare disturb the universe” when it was easier to just stay safely silent.
This year, as I watched many in the public eye hide behind their “thoughts and prayers” while standing idly by, I have decided my One Little Word for 2016 will be
Do.
Do what scares you.
Do what inspires you.
Do what you know is right.
Do YOU dare disturb the universe?
I love that word, Beth! It's been on my list of options. Can't wait to see what you DO in 2016!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great word! I wanted a verb myself this year. I can't wait to see what you DO this year. :)
ReplyDeleteI like the way you interpreted "Do", Beth. Best wishes in all that it can mean to you.
ReplyDeleteI love that you're carrying over your Dare I Disturb the Universe idea over into this year. And I love the picture!
ReplyDeleteDo seems like a simple thing, but it's the very thing we need...action, positive and inspiring action. Great word! I better choose quickly or the good ones will all be taken!
ReplyDeleteOh this is powerful! Especially with that image.
ReplyDeleteThat's my word, too! And for the same reasons as yours - it's in the doing that it all comes together, after all.
ReplyDeleteGreat word! Like Carrie said, that image is powerful!
ReplyDeleteBravo! Do what you know is right! Love how you made that tiny word so powerful.
ReplyDeleteDo - great word. Action speaks louder than words.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great word. I am still considering whether I will choose OLW for this year. I just don't think about it until I see all these great posts with great words. Maybe I should just take your advice and DO. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteYour OLW nudges action. I am sure that after 'brave' you will certainly dare to disturb the universe.
ReplyDeleteI like this word. I was also hunting for a word that shows action. I have lots of phrases but I like the word DO. A great choice.
ReplyDeleteThis is a strong action verb, Beth. If you have time join #NYEDChat at 8 tonight. We're talking about one words.
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