I used to do this word of the year and totally forgot about it so thank you for reminding me!
The first word that popped into my head when reading this was “Release” and I immediately cringed because I wanted something stronger, more actionable. But I realize now I had this thought because this year has been filled with so much hardship, and going into 2025 I’ve vowed to and talked a lot on my Substack about letting go of some of the things that haven’t been working and learning to replace them.
So maybe it’s good that the first word that came to mind makes be a little nervous? Because maybe it means I’m actually taking myself seriously 😅
A few years ago I started doing the same thing - choosing a word rather than a specific goal. It's such a great way to go about making a soft, small change, and I need to bring that back this year I think. You have inspired me.
This post really resonated with me, as did your choice for 2025 and your rationale. I always need everyone's approval, too! I'm still thinking about my words and intentions for this year - or, if you will, simmering! I'll get there once I've worked it out.
Love the idea of quiet confidence. Leaning into who I am since I turned 30 in the pandemic has utterly changed the game for me – I'd never been confident before then.
Sheesh, James words just made me feel ‘attacked’ and we all know why 🫣, but how wonderful to be truly seen. I’m loving the concept of quiet confidence 👌🏻
I used to do this word of the year and totally forgot about it so thank you for reminding me!
The first word that popped into my head when reading this was “Release” and I immediately cringed because I wanted something stronger, more actionable. But I realize now I had this thought because this year has been filled with so much hardship, and going into 2025 I’ve vowed to and talked a lot on my Substack about letting go of some of the things that haven’t been working and learning to replace them.
So maybe it’s good that the first word that came to mind makes be a little nervous? Because maybe it means I’m actually taking myself seriously 😅
I LOVE ‘release’ and everything it evokes - the permission to let go, to be still, to reflect. The perfect 2025 word for you x
Yes!!! 🙌 thank you for inspiring it 💞
Happy New Year, Lauren! Love this (as always)!
A few years ago I started doing the same thing - choosing a word rather than a specific goal. It's such a great way to go about making a soft, small change, and I need to bring that back this year I think. You have inspired me.
This post really resonated with me, as did your choice for 2025 and your rationale. I always need everyone's approval, too! I'm still thinking about my words and intentions for this year - or, if you will, simmering! I'll get there once I've worked it out.
HNY my dear, dear friend. Soft and small changes are the way forward!
That’s a great phrase. I want to do more of what feeds my soul & have two words ‘joy’ & ‘boundaries’. HNY 🥳
Joy and boundaries, what a wonderful combination! 👏
Love the idea of quiet confidence. Leaning into who I am since I turned 30 in the pandemic has utterly changed the game for me – I'd never been confident before then.
Quite literally game changing! I love this for you x
Sheesh, James words just made me feel ‘attacked’ and we all know why 🫣, but how wonderful to be truly seen. I’m loving the concept of quiet confidence 👌🏻
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