This week, I am confounded by stress and the inability to choose one word to guide my spiritual journey, As the cold weather continues, I find cuddling by the fireplace a comforting way to destress. Yet, when I start writing, I seem to have a page of scratched off lines. I am five days into the new year, and I continue to search for one word to appear and set me on a new path of discovery.
There are six words that keep popping up. They are contenders for my one word that will guide me on my 2026 journey. Space is needed, especially now since there are Christmas boxes strewn all over. Healing is a goal for this year. The word, restore, yields positivity and makes life smoother. Peace rises from the state of stillness and quietude sits in silence breaking unrest. These words are strong, important, and meaningful. One shall be my cornerstone and yet, I am still not ready to make my choice.
Since 2014 to 2025 I have chosen one word that has served as my yearly guiding star.
Which one of the six words will I chose to be my 2026 guiding star?
This week the Spiritual Journey group of writers will unveil their one word. Stop by my blog on late Wednesday or early Thursday to read which word I will choose.
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It is always hard for me to choose my word. I had some coaches advising me this year. Your options look good!
ReplyDeleteErika, it is fun to swap thoughts and posts with you on our one words. I usually do not have as much difficulty choosing my one word as I am having now but it will be settled soon. Happy New Year!
DeleteCarol, I know you are up very late because you and I are online reading blog posts at the same time, and it’s after midnight here, so the word that speaks to me for you is “restore.” I think it covers the others, and it embodies rest, which I am sure you need. Those boxes will wait. Get a massage, do some stretching, hug yourself for me, let go and allow yourself to find restoration from all the heartache and suffering of 2025. Peace and love to you, my friend.
ReplyDeleteGlenda, your comment is comforting and supportive. I gave myself a most-needed hug from you. Thank you for your opinion on my one word. Restoration is needed for my wounded heart. Thank you for being a friend. Happy New Year!
DeleteCarol - Glenda expressed it so well - restore, renew, find joy! Wishing you all of theses for 2026.
ReplyDeleteJoanne, three words can be so powerful and soothing. Thank you for reading my slice. I started bereavement counseling today and it was a comforting session. Happy New Year.
DeleteReading your post reminded me of the struggles I’ve had in the past two weeks trying to find my word - and this is only the second year I’ve done this! I finally chose a word that’s a continuation of balance from 2025 - centered. I hope you are able to figure out which speaks to you most, which word won’t let go. : )
ReplyDeleteCarol, I'll be there for SJT this month and can't wait to read all the group's OLW choices! I love RENEW.
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