I’ve picked a word for the year in the past and for this year I pick EMBRACE.

I am going to EMBRACE change (we’ll be moving again at some point), EMBRACE work (I love my podcast and I’m applying for a work from home position), EMBRACE who I am (I’ve never denied being a Native woman, but I also didn’t put it to the forefront of everything, which can sometimes feel stifling), and EMBRACE being creative.

And I’ve probably always been embracing. But now I am moving on to doing so with intention.

I have lots of plans – fantastic people to interview, a wide variety of projects I’m working on and planning, and I can’t wait to share.

When we pick a word to focus on for the year, it helps us pay attention. We can check ourselves, be sure we are on track with our goals, and say no to things that don’t line up.

Do you pick a word each year? What is your word?