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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / 2017 Word Of The Year

January 3, 2017

2017 Word Of The Year

Last year my friend Lauren asked me to choose a word of the year for 2016.


I had one foot in the past and one foot in the future and had no idea where my life was headed, so I chose the word PRESENT. My goal for 2016 was to stop worrying / thinking / analyzing about what would happen in 3 months, a year, or 5 years. To let go of all of the planning I had done my whole life and to just be. Reflecting on that word choice, it worked out well. I truly did embrace living in the present.

Here we are stepping into crisp, pure January, and it’s time to choose my word of the year.

I considered: Efficient. Focused. Driven. Kindness. Outrageous. Spirited. Motivated.

After quite a bit of thought my word is:

I wanted something I could apply to many areas of my life, and intentional seemed to fit the bill. When I think about the past two years, they just sort of floated by with more reaction than action.

I want to be intentional with my….

Blog. I want to write about things that excite me and that I hope will inspire or excite you and let go of the business focus a bit.

Relationships. I need to cherish those relationships that are most important to me and deliberately spend time with those people.

Health. I hope to plan meals, workouts, sleep, and de-stressors that are purposeful rather than reactionary. I want to put more time into preparing plant-based, nutrient-rich meals.

Spending. I will buy things or experiences with purpose, thinking in advance the how and why they will enhance my life.

Home. Gradually the stuff builds up, and I wish for everything in my home to be considered and have space to breathe.

Have you guys ever chosen a word of the year? What’s yours?!

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  1. Melissa says

    January 3, 2017 at 8:46 am

    My two words for last year kind of relate to yours – “linger” and “embrace”.

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 3, 2017 at 9:17 am

      Love those!

      Reply
  2. Sara says

    January 3, 2017 at 8:52 am

    These are awesome goals!
    I think this year I am going to go by the word Activism. With the incoming president and his viewpoints being diametrically opposed to everything I hold dear, I am going to spend my time acting in accordance with my values and pushing back against change that threatens the earth, women’s rights and human rights. I generally don’t make New Year’s resolutions and, because I work in advocacy, most of my day is about paying attention to injustices, but right now I think everyone needs to be more outwardly focused as much as possible.

    I hope you and Mazen have a great year!!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 3, 2017 at 9:27 am

      Love it!

      Reply
  3. Andrea says

    January 3, 2017 at 8:55 am

    Re: spending/things – have you read The Magical Art of Tidying up? That definitely helped me be more intentional with how I purchase and treat my things. I’m stealing the Nike logo for my intention – just do it! I often hold back on doing something or doing it the right way (like just scrambling eggs instead of being patient and trying to make an omelet, ha!) so I want to spend more time doing things the right way!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 3, 2017 at 9:26 am

      YES! Loved it. Post here!

      And I love the Nike logo. I saw someone on Facebook say that they only “resolution” was to say YES.

      Reply
  4. JennieM says

    January 3, 2017 at 9:39 am

    I believe that is also Oprah’s way of life….she has used that phrase “leading an intentional life” ever since I can remember. Maybe we can all learn something from that.

    Reply
  5. Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says

    January 3, 2017 at 9:46 am

    I love it! Short and sweet!

    Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
    http://charmainenyw.com

    Reply
  6. Jenny says

    January 3, 2017 at 10:00 am

    Intentional is such a great word because I feel that by consequence it encourages being present and mindful at the same time. My word has to be contentment – choosing to live and create moments that bring me contentment.

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 3, 2017 at 10:22 am

      I am writing a post about contentment : )

      Reply
  7. Alana says

    January 3, 2017 at 10:01 am

    My word for this year is efficient!

    I’m looking forward to automating more and organizing for efficiency purposes!

    For example, my recipe binder has been a disaster for several years. If I didn’t make it in 2016 (and it’s not an heirloom recipe), it went in the recycling bin yesterday. I’m also printing successful Pinterest recipes that I want to make again instead of searching for them every few weeks. I hope that helps with meal planning as well as I often get distracted when trying to meal plan from Pinterest .;)

    Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 3, 2017 at 10:02 am

      This was almost mine 😉

      Reply
  8. glenneth says

    January 3, 2017 at 10:16 am

    that exactly the word i choose this year and for many of the same reasons! this is my first year ever choosing a word of the year.

    Reply
  9. Danielle @ Wild Coast Tales says

    January 3, 2017 at 11:14 am

    I love the word intentional, especially when it comes to food, health, relationships, and money! Last year, my words were brave and fearless. This year, I want to have a little more ease, rest, and recovery. But no one word chosen yet for 2017!

    Reply
  10. Ellie says

    January 3, 2017 at 11:28 am

    Great word! I did this also this year and picked focused. I need to work on getting my to do lists done and pass my CDE exam.

    Reply
  11. Alli says

    January 3, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    love your choice of intentional! The word “simplify” is mine for 2017. let go of the things that don’t serve you and simplify. For me, this looks like not saying yes all the time and being ok if I choose to say no to things that ultimately bring more stress.

    Reply
  12. Katie @ Live Half Full says

    January 3, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    Mine is contentment- after a crazy year of change, I’m ready to slow down and just enjoy. I’ll probably make a few small goals but no BIG goals in 2017. 🙂

    Reply
  13. polly says

    January 3, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    i love your word!!!

    I think if I had a word it would be listen. or wait. I tend to to jump ahead and worry or just go go go with my thoughts and actions.
    I have practiced with abbi, and listening is a huge deal for her. She is more of a processor, a thinker, a deep feeler which i LOVE but i takes patience to really hear her voice and her thoughts. It takes waiting and being available and open without talking in the mean time. Anyways, listening goes along INTENTIONALLY waiting. Love that! I think that I might steal that! 🙂

    Thank you for another sweet year of good things on this blog! I can’t wait for more fun family and just life posts about whatever your heart desires! XOXO

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 4, 2017 at 7:11 am

      Listening is so important for us talkers 😉 xoxo

      Reply
  14. Emily says

    January 3, 2017 at 8:21 pm

    My word is -pause- pause to enjoy, pause to react w love and justice. Pause to do whatever it is I am constantly rushing thru. Maybe I’ll be able to look back on my reactions to things throughout the day and think “yes! That was true, affirming and kind.” Here we go!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 4, 2017 at 7:11 am

      I like it!

      Reply
  15. Jessica says

    January 3, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    I love this! My word this year is Intention!

    Reply
  16. Sarah @ Bucket List Tummy says

    January 3, 2017 at 9:22 pm

    I love the word intentional, and doing things with a purpose. I love the word trust – to trust in the process and the plan, and that hard work pays off. I would also like to just say yes more 🙂

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 4, 2017 at 7:10 am

      Me too!

      Reply
  17. Brittney says

    January 4, 2017 at 12:18 am

    I love intentional!!! My word this year is meaningful. I want to create meaningful relationships and choices.

    Reply
  18. Sam @ Hygge Wellness says

    January 4, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    My word is “Confidence”! I left my job as a corporate attorney to start my own business and, although I’m terrified, I know it will work out somehow. I am also working on building confidence in relationships, friendships, and business interactions. I want to have the confidence to put content out there that inspires me & that I hope inspires others, instead of worrying about what people will think of it/me.

    Thanks for posting!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 4, 2017 at 5:18 pm

      I love it!

      Reply
  19. Alex says

    January 4, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    Loved this post and idea. After two days of thought, I have decided; simplify. Home, closet, relationships, work, everything.

    Reply
  20. Mom says

    January 5, 2017 at 4:58 pm

    I am reading an interesting book on fighting resistance. So if I can have two words, I’d pick: Fight resistance.

    Reply
  21. Robin wiergacz says

    January 6, 2017 at 5:54 am

    Embrace.

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 6, 2017 at 7:21 am

      Good one

      Reply
  22. Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) says

    January 11, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    I didn’t chose words specifically, but if I had to chose a word for 2015 it would have been “Celebrate” – I celebrated big things, little things … all the things. My husband and I made a conscious decision to celebrate life, often even on a random Tuesday evening. In 2016, my word would have been “Invest”. I invested a lot of time with the people that matter the most to me, including aging parents. I also invested time in myself, a lot of time with my husband, and quality time with girl friends in the summer. This year, I haven’t figured out what my word will be … something to think about 🙂

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      January 11, 2017 at 9:47 pm

      Great choices

      Reply

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