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My Word of the Year – 2022

January 3, 2022 By Deanna Piercy 4 Comments

I’ve been selecting a “word of the year” for quite a few years now. I enjoy the process of evaluating my life and choosing a word to focus on in the coming year. Simpler than goals and more apt to “stick” than resolutions, a “word of the year” brings a bit of focus to the coming months. A well-chosen word can give life clarity and help you stay motivated. 

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My Word of the Year
2022

I began pondering my word choice several weeks ago and almost immediately I knew what it would be. The past two years have kept me pretty isolated in my efforts to avoid Covid. As an introvert I know this isn’t as hard for me as it is for my extroverted husband. Still, I am feeling a longing for people. Well, some people, that is.

I’m okay with avoiding crowds forever but I do miss going out to lunch with a friend. I miss going out for a drink with David and meeting up with some friends. I miss monthly shopping trips to the city with my daughter. I miss travel. 

I know these things will return at some point and I know I will never take them for granted ever again. And that is why my chosen word for 2022 is…

Connection text plus flowers

 

While I hope life will become more normal in 2022, I thought that about 2021 so I’m not pinning my hopes on it just yet. However, there is much I can do in the meantime to connect with people who are important to me. 

 

  1. Write letters – actual snail mail!
  2. Text or message more often
  3. Actually CALL people
  4. Set up Zoom parties with friends
  5. At-home date nights with David
  6. Weekly movie nights with Chris
  7. Connect with YOU, my readers
  8. Put more focus on my spirituality
  9. Connect with my past by sorting photos, memorabilia
  10. Connect with my deepest desires

 

I know that list isn’t terribly specific but it’s a starting place. I’m sure I’ll discover more ways to connect as one thing often leads to another. 

Symbol of the Year

I’ve chosen a word for a number of years but something new for me this year is the choice of a symbol. I didn’t set out to do this but for some reason, butterflies keep showing up. I don’t know the significance yet but it was happening too often to ignore. A couple of months ago I bought this print which is hanging in my office:

butterfly print

I’m now on the lookout for a butterfly necklace. Here are a couple of possibilities:

butterfly necklace

butterfly necklace

 

Do you choose a word of the year? If so, I’d love to hear what you’ve chosen for 2022. 

 

Have You Chosen Your Word for the Year? Here’s Why You Should.

 

 

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My Word of the Year For 2020

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My 2021 Word of the Year

 


 

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  1. Sandi says

    January 3, 2022 at 3:06 pm

    Oh I LOVE it! I had my doubts before you explained and added your list. ๐Ÿ˜‚ Yes, 2021โ€™s lack of normality led me to doubt for a sec.

    I think you know by now I will help you connect with me. ๐Ÿ˜‚

    I havenโ€™t told you yet, but my new planner is modeled after yours and Iโ€™m loving it!

    Reply
    • Deanna Piercy says

      January 4, 2022 at 10:49 am

      I look forward to continued connection with you in 2022. ๐Ÿ™‚ I’m so happy to hear your new planner is working well for you.

      Reply
  2. Tori says

    January 5, 2022 at 2:12 am

    That’s an excellent word choice. Good luck.

    I usually set goals, but I’m not really doing that this year. I’ve been toying with the idea of a word for the year instead, but haven’t really settled on one.

    Reply
    • Deanna Piercy says

      January 5, 2022 at 2:19 pm

      I look forward to hearing what you choose, if you do.

      Reply

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