Joyful Oiling Mama

As a new year approaches, people often set resolutions. While I’m all for introspection + believe that we have to examine the things that aren’t working if we want to see growth, I also know that creating New Year’s resolutions can be daunting + discouraging. It can feel like just one more thing on your todo list + one more thing to fail at. That’s why I like to come up with a word for the new year.

When we take some time to look at our past year + see areas that we want change, or things we want to grow in, we can find a word that encompasses our desires for the new year…a word that brings us hope + acts as a filter for all other goals. Now when I need to make decisions, am looking at how I invest my time in, what I spend money on, what books I read, or what topics I want to dig into a little deeper, I can ask, does this reflect the vision I had for the year?

Some words I’ve had in the past are intentional, joy + peace…this year my word is passion. The reason I chose this word is that quite frankly, I just feel dried up. I feel like I’m on autopilot + I do all the things I’m supposed to do without feeling any joy in doing them, a lot of times I even feel resentment. I feel like there are a lot of things that I just want to walk away from all together + that’s part of what the word encompasses for me…am I supposed to let some things go, so I can be more fully present in other things, or do I simply need to shift my mindset + go about it another way? Bottom line, I need some passion in my life…I’m tired of being dry + lifeless.

So when I make goals throughout the year, I will have the mindset of pursuing passion. Is this something I love or something just to fill space? Am I doing enough of the things that bring me joy, or am I doing more of the things that deplete me? What mindsets do I have that are keeping me from feeling passion? What things do I need to let go of? What things do I need to invest more time into? My goals are more inspired + attainable, they shift from a todo list, to a means to pursue what my heart is longing for. Instead of a goal like “loose 10 lbs” the goal would be to feel like I have enough energy to do fun things…so working out or eating healthy is part of my goal to have more passion, and if I loose weight in the process great, but the number isn’t the goal…it’s just part of a bigger focus.

I hope this inspires you to come up with your own word! I’d love to hear your word for the year, or a goal you have! Leave a comment below! We inspire each other when we share our hearts. I hope you have a wonderful new year, full of love, joy, peace + passion! xo- Kristine 

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