i've been thinking and thinking about a "word of the year" choice, and of course, with that comes a lot of self reflection, which i guess is the whole point. one thing that keeps coming to mind is how easily overwhelmed i feel with life in general. i end up creating so much unnecessary noise in my life, emotionally, physically, and spiritually because i'm turning my wheels about everything i think i need to change, do, and make happen. i'm very much an "all or nothing" kind of person, and because i can't just do it all i end up sprinting to the freezer for some ice cream therapy! obviously i have some serious work in this area, all the junk in my trunk is just a symptom of this disease. i need to give myself permission to just deal with one thing at a time, remember not to sweat the small stuff and to live in the moment. so my word for this year is FOCUS. with this single word goal, i hope to remember to-FOCUS on the task at hand, one task at a time.
FOCUS on just enjoying the moment.
FOCUS on filling my own cup before i try to fill everyone else's.
FOCUS on the choice in front of me.
FOCUS on creativity.
FOCUS on my family.
FOCUS on my relationship with my Heavenly Father.
and even though it doesn't have my actual word in the quote, i love how this quote sort of sums up what i'm trying to accomplish...
“When you chase two rabbits, both will escape."
i'm also setting a goal to blog about the different ways i try to keep my FOCUS so i can see my progress. i saw today on 2cleverblog this gorgeous handmade jewelery by pamela susan with the most reasonable prices! i immediately ordered myself a necklace with my word - i love this!
*photo courtesy of mr. goodbar
