I had been working on my New Year's resolution list for the past few weeks now, but I realized I really didn't have any resolution that I really needed to work on this year. Sure, I need to lose about 10 lbs. and I need to continue to work on writing my book, crafting, and blogging more, but nothing too Earth shattering that needs to be penned onto paper. But as I was catching up on my Facebook friends' posts, I came across a website, oneword365. According to their website, the goal of oneword365 is to:
One word that sums up who you want to be or how you want to live.
One word that you can focus on every day, all year long.
It will take intentionality and commitment, but if you let it, your word will shape you and your year. It will guide your decisions and help you grow.
Discover the big impact one word can make.
One word.
365 days.
A changed life.
I didn't have a hard time coming up with my 2013 word.
In 2012, I felt less and less joyful with every passing month, which is weird because 2012 started out fantastic for me. I had my first craft tutorial published, which was awesome! But after that high something changed and everything turned negative, especially my attitude.
So, I am ready to start 2013 with a clean slate. This year, I am going to focus on things that give me joy. I will work to find joy in the little things, and when something negative is thrown my way I will work to remain joyful through it all. Reciting my favorite Bible verse will help too!
So, I am ready to start 2013 with a clean slate. This year, I am going to focus on things that give me joy. I will work to find joy in the little things, and when something negative is thrown my way I will work to remain joyful through it all. Reciting my favorite Bible verse will help too!
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Do you see my really cute JOY button on my sidebar? It was made just for me by Melanie at Only a Breath. Thanks so much, Melanie. I love it!
If you are joining in with oneword365 and want a button, please visit this link on Only a Breath to request your very own word button.
I am liking this, I did one word last year, but didn't know about the two blogs you mentioned until this year. I am looking forward to the reminders to be intentional from Melanie.
ReplyDelete2012's word: Perseverance-great success!!!
2013's word: Submission
I would like to follow your blog..but you don't have an option to follow by email and your follow option is giving me an error.
ReplyDeleteLove that verse from James and love free blog buttons...on my way.
ReplyDeleteIt's too fun reading over all of these. Love to see all the work that's being done.
This is my word as well - I really felt I needed more joy. A powerful word!
ReplyDeleteI'm starting One Word this year, too. Mine is NEW. Thanks for the link for the button!
ReplyDeletePraying for all the ways you will be noticing and impacted by Joy this year. So fun to stop by from the OneWord link up.
ReplyDeleteJoy was my One Word last year... woooeee was it a toughie. It was definitely a challenge for me to open my eyes to the joy that each day brings. Sending best wishes to you as you seek out more joy in 2013!!
ReplyDeletewe have the same word! i am happy i found your blog through the link up. i am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteLast year was Believe. This year is Unstoppable (To the Finish!)! Your post is beautiful and thanks for the link to Melanie for the free button - I was wondering where everyone was getting those!
ReplyDeleteI choose joy too! It just kept calling to me even as I tried to pick other words because Joy just seemed so easy of a word to pick. But I knew it had to be Joy :)
ReplyDeleteGreat word for 2013. My word is epiphany. I'm excited to see God revealed in new and exciting ways in the coming year!
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