Your 2025 Power Word: The Simple Secret to a Resilient and Purposeful Year

What if one word could transform your entire year? Science says it can. Choosing an annual word—your personal North Star—has a ripple effect on your mindset, decisions, and even your health. Studies on goal-setting and focus reveal that simplicity often beats complexity. By zeroing in on one word, you’re giving your brain an anchor, a filter to process decisions and experiences. It’s like downloading a mental app to guide you through 2025.

My word this year is resilience. Why? Because life is full of plot twists, and I want to be the unshakable - bending and not breaking. Life can be tough – especially after the holidays and with craziness all around us. However, I know I have the power to change my life and live a great life.

The fun part? Your word can be anything that inspires you. Some people choose bold action words like thrive or create, while others pick grounding words like balance or grace. How do you pick yours? Start with reflection. What’s an area of your life you want to elevate? Or what quality do you wish you had more of? Look at patterns in your life and think about what resonates. Don’t overthink it—trust your intuition. You’ll know the word when it finds you.

Once you have your word, it’s time to integrate it into your life. Write it everywhere—on sticky notes, as your phone wallpaper, or even as a password). You can journal about your word weekly, create a vision board, or meditate on it to keep it top of mind. A great way to make it stick is to share it with friends or family and ask them to remind you of it when you stray. Your word will become your compass, guiding you to take actions that align with your best self.

For more inspiration, check out the TED Talk "One Word That Will Change Your Life" by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton, and Jimmy Page. It’s a quick but powerful dive into how a single word can transform your focus and amplify your intentions..

So, what’s your word for 2025? Choose it, embrace it, and let it ignite what’s possible. After all, one word can hold the power of a thousand resolutions.