One Little Word : 2010 Word List

My word for the year is "faith" - faith in God to take care of me in His way and faith in myself. I need to finally believe that my ideas and feelings are valid and good. I need to quit trying to please everyone else and work on being myself, whatever that might mean. I also need to have faith in others and believe that other people can have my best interest at heart.

I love that you posted all these words. I was a little hesitant to name mine, which is my name, because it isn't really a word you find in the dictionary :) But it's the word that represents this year for me so why not!

Wow - this is really powerful - I haven't previously submitted a word and was reading the list to select one and was really considering DO I have lots I want to DO! But while trying it on for size and reviewing my personal resolutions I decided a better word for me is actually DONE -- I do lots of things more accurately I start lots of things. For 2010 I need to get things DONE -- either finish things I have started or let them go and be DONE with them -- my goal in this is less clutter in my home and mind.

Mine is Simple Joy!
~Adrienne~

thank you Ali, that is so cool!

Thanks to an idea from my friend I am celebrating a letter instead of a word. The letter F: FAITH. FAMILY. FRIENDS.
She is celebrating L: LOVE. LAUGH. LEARN.

"Tenderness"
Towards myself, my babies, my family, my life, my decisions, my thoughts, my words, my world around me ...

This is such a cool idea! My word is niche. I have found where I belong socially and romantically, and now it is time to embark on the solo journey of choosing a fulfilling career for myself that will make me happy in years to come. 2009 was a terrible year for this, so I hope that 2010 brings with it self discovery and awareness that will help me realize my potential.

Hi Ali
My one word for this year is DARE. I have lived in a safe little boxed life for so long I want to do big and dream big this year.
Becky

Here's my layout with my word ENERGY.
Just words plus a picture. True Ali style.
Thanks for the inspiration!
http://wickysticket.blogspot.com/2010/01/jump.html

My word is UNDAUNTED. I think I submitted it too late.

my word is YES..being such an organized crafty fanatic..i structure myself into corners that squelch my thinking and dreaming heart and cause me to fear. so, YES is my word--to walk in truth, YES-- to live and not be afraid, and YES-- to jump into the spontaneous unknown even of I didnt schedule it on my calendar :)

Hi Ali. I have been following your blog since the beginning of time (or so it seems!!!!)I have chosen a word each year, but with little ones under foot, I have never managed to do anything with my word. This year, my baby girl goes to school....No kids at home (goodness, what will I do?) so my word is 'rejuvenate' Finding myself again!
Thanks so much for the inspiration!

Thank you Ali for valuing our words! Mine was ENOUGH and it was so neat to see it on your list :) It's amazing to me the power that one simple word can have to motivate! And, thank you for the beautiful wordle image you made - so very neat! Will there be a printable version???

This is very inspiring...my word was "mother (v)"

Thanks for this idea and the word list. I'm still trying to decide on my word for the year, so this really helps! :)

WOW! What a list!!!!

While copying this list into a small journal I discovered some word combos that needed to be shared...
complete composure
determined diligence
everyday excellence
open optimism
positive possibilities
proactive productivity
and
wellness whisper

Hi Ali,
THanks again for doing the word of the year...this is my 4th year doing it (i think!) and I just love it!
So...with a new baby in the house, a new house, and so much going on...my word for 2010 is Simplicity. It was a tough choice between that and plain Simplify...but I like the beauty of the word Simplicity. That not only does it encompass "simplify" but also encourages me to love a more simple existance. Not only to enjoy the little things...but the freedom to get rid of the things that clutter up my life. From boxes that have moved and moved and still aren't open. To the extra baby items that we just don't need. I will win the war on clutter...and I will enjoy a more freeing, simple kind of life. :)
I wish you and your beautiful family love and happiness this upcoming year!
Smiles, Candace

My word for 2010 is stretch.
You can read about it here:
http://www.scrapsinbloom.com/blog/?p=1971
Thanks for your inspiration!

I had an immediate list of about 8 words - but it took a friend suggesting one that really hit home. CULTIVATE. It's what I do. It's what I love. I teach, coach, mentor, sponsor - in the professional world and in my own hobby world. This will be a great chance to really focus on it with clear vision and notice and maybe even measure what gets cultivated throughout the year.
Thanks so much!!!

mine is Evolve. here's to 2010

Re-direct. That is my word for 2010

Never mind Ali, I found it...it was before everything else because of the "-"
thanks!

I have chosen .. participate.
I have found myself retreating more and more from being involved and taking part in many aspects of my life; instead, allowing life to just meander along without very much input from me at all.
So I am choosing to make a conscious choice to participate more in the day-to-day things going on around me.