I like the idea of having a word or short phrase that guides
the year. I remember that at the end of 2008 I listened to a song called “Walk
by Faith” and thought that 2009 would be guided by that -and it was! Since then
though I haven’t really had anything I kept front and center. I chose words
such as “glorify” or “strong” but much like my resolutions, nothing has stuck.
This year however, I want to be intentional and one word came to my mind:
steady.
Next year, I want to build healthy habits. I want to take it
slow and see positive changes in the way I do life. I do not want fast answers
or miracle solutions in any areas of my life. Well that’s not true. I do want
miracles! I do want to lose weight in 3 weeks and get my finances in order
before taxes hit. But the reality is: I know myself and what I need most is
discipline and perseverance (my secondary words, in a sense). I know how to build a plan. I’m a master planner! But I am not so good
at following through. I really suck at it actually. So whether we’re talking
about parenting, cooking, health, finances, spirituality or advocacy, I want to
be steady in 2017. Steady in my tone and in my attention with the boys and with
Joe; in making dinners at home and having people over to build community; in
keeping a budget and paying off debt; in spending time in silence and reflection;
and in being faithful to my values at work and in my life. Steady. It’s not
glamorous but it’s essential if I want these changes to last and become part
of my life -part of who I am.
What about you? Do you have resolutions? Do you have one
word or phrase that will guide 2017?
I finally got caught up on your blog! I always enjoy reading what you write, and especially love hearing goals that other women have for themselves and their families. I look forward to hearing about how your 2017 progresses and all the amazing things you will accomplish. :)
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