Create a Word of the Year!
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Word of the Year!
A few friends and I celebrate the new year by choosing a word of the year. We consider where we’ve been, where we are, and where we hope to go, encapsulating it with a single word.
It’s not as hard as it sounds, promise.
Last year, my word was intuition. Among other failures and successes, I tried trusting myself more often, ate what my body suggested, scheduled things that felt good, and leaned into frequent trips to see my mom. She died suddenly in late June. Throughout reeling grief, I continued to do what felt right for me in the moment, listening deeply to my gut. I protected my journaling time, unveiling intuitive words to help me process.
This year, I’m choosing awareness as my word. It’s a close cousin of intuition, but hopefully, awareness will help keep me focused on the present moment, something keenly needed during times of grief and joy.
What might awareness present? I hope to hear icicles drip as I walk through deep snow. I want to smell pine forest perfume. I hope to let go of wandering thoughts and settle my awareness on the softness beneath my feet and the sparkle paving my path. Maybe, an unexpected creature will tune into my awareness and greet me.
The magic behind choosing a word of the year is the unknowing of what may come.
Next week, I’m teaching a class on discovering a word of the year and creating a small piece of art. If you’re interested, register on my website. If you don’t live in Colorado (or even if you do), hire me as a private creative coach. We can explore your word-of-the year together.
As a New Year gift, I’ve listed some of the words my friends and I chose. Maybe one is right for you!
Spirit, Light, Be, Jump, Intention, Grow, Health, Balance, Gratitude, Discover, Bloom, Manifest, Believe, Dance, Clarity, Listen, Magic, Authenticity, Peace, Purpose, Energy, Breathe, Renewal, Vision, Grace, Whole, One, Truth, Love, Patience, Bold, Surprise, Share, Laugh, Sprite, Feel, Release
Here’s a link to explore writing or creative coaching with me (what a great goal for 2025)!
Happy New Year!
Classes are Coming!
Quotes!
“Awareness is empowering. ”
“True self is non-self, the awareness that the self is made only of non-self elements. There’s no separation between self and other, and everything is interconnected. Once you are aware of that you are no longer caught in the idea that you are a separate entity.”
“An awareness of one’s mortality can lead you to wake up and live an authentic, meaningful life.”
“Everyone needs a coach. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a basketball player, a tennis player, a gymnast, or a bridge player.”
Need a Creativity Coach?
Check out all the options on my website and contact me if you’d like a private art, writing, or journaling workshop.
What folks say:
“I haven't had this much fun playing with art since kindergarten”
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“Carrie’s process and philosophy about creativity with both art and words is hands-on, accessible, and welcoming. I’ll take more classes with her!”