A few years ago I learned about choosing one word in lieu of a New Year's Resolution and the idea really stuck with me. I like have an over-arching theme to guide my year and then aligning my goals within that theme.
This year I have chosen NOURISH as my one word. Last year it was CONQUER and the word was a good one as it helped me achieve a number of goals but it never really felt personal enough. Or maybe it was too harsh? Either way I wanted something softer this year that could fit both my personal and professional life.
As the mom of two little girls and a full time educator I don't always have a lot of time for myself (as you can tell by the fact that I started this blog months ago and am just now posting for the second time...) so I want to nourish myself and my time this year. I want to nourish my love of reading, both fiction and professional books and to take more time for self-care. I want to re-awaken my love of fitness, yoga and healthy eating which got pushed aside when I got "too busy" during 2017. This year I will nourish my body and my soul.
I also want to focus the time I spend with my family. Talk to my husband more just for fun. Create with my girls. Be outside. Cook more healthy foods. I think nourish is a fantastic word to describe the time I will spend with my family.
Since I have recently transitioned to the role of teacher-librarian in my school and set some huge goals for our Library Learning Commons. At times I have felt overwhelmed and behind the game as I see all the great things people are doing on Twitter and in blogs. I want to use the word nourish to help remind me that it's a journey and that I am allowed to take time to learn, grown and help guide others on their pedagogical journey as well.
What’s your one word for 2018? Share with the #oned #onewordONT #oneword2018 community!
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