In typical ‘me’ fashion, it’s almost the end of January and I’m just sharing my word of the year. I’ve done this word selection before but I’m not sure if I’ve ever done it so late.
There were a few words I considered as I headed into 2024 (I did also create a list of ‘ins and outs’ which has been going well so far – except the moving my body part. That has to increase)
I mostly want a kind, gentle year. So I almost chose gentle. 2023 was a trying, difficult, emotional year to be perfectly honest. And so as I headed into 2024, I felt mostly exhaustion and caution to think about anything to grand or extravagent or bold for 2024.
Instead, I choose a word that really helped guide me when 2023 was being especially difficult.
The word: Presence.
It simply means to just be there. To exist in a situation. The dictionary lists ‘present’ as “now existing or in progress”
And I know that doesn’t seem exciting, but being present in whatever moment is imporant for my wellbeing and for my heart. I need to take in the little moments, and manage the big ones as best I can.
I will offer my presence in 2024. For our family. For myself. My business. My presence will be enough, and sometimes will spark something new, exciting, joyful and meaningful.
Whatever it is in the moment, I just want to be there. Without thinking too far ahead. Or behind.
Presence. It’s a bit of a guide for 2024.
Did you pick a word of the year?
