Word of the Year
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goals_on_dwFinding Your Word of the Year for 2026: A Complete Guide
Instead of a list, choose one word. A single word that captures who you want to become, how you want to feel, or what you want to focus on for the entire year.
This is the Word of the Year practice—and it's quietly become one of the most effective tools for personal change because it works with human psychology rather than against it.
This guide will help you find your word for 2026. Not a word that sounds impressive, but one that actually means something to you—one you'll remember in July when the new year enthusiasm has faded and real life has taken over.
For practical applications, see "How to make the most of your Word of the Year."
Instead of a list, choose one word. A single word that captures who you want to become, how you want to feel, or what you want to focus on for the entire year.
This is the Word of the Year practice—and it's quietly become one of the most effective tools for personal change because it works with human psychology rather than against it.
This guide will help you find your word for 2026. Not a word that sounds impressive, but one that actually means something to you—one you'll remember in July when the new year enthusiasm has faded and real life has taken over.
For practical applications, see "How to make the most of your Word of the Year."
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Date: Friday, January 2nd, 2026 01:24 am (UTC)Thoughts
Date: Friday, January 2nd, 2026 01:49 am (UTC)Go for it!
>> And set goals based on the word/phrase. <<
That's one approach. Another is that, whenever you have an opportunity or question, ask if it aligns with your keyword before deciding.
>> I wasn’t sure how to drill it down, tho. Thanks for the info! <<
I'm happy I could help! There are so many ways to use a keyword. I like the idea of turning it into art that you hang somewhere you'll see every day, like the foyer or bedroom. I just grabbed a couple of good references; there are plenty more if you look aorund, and some have different suggestions for use.