Why I choose a word for the year

At the beginning of every year I carefully select a word which I intend to put into practice daily.

In 2017 I chose the word content.

2018 was release.

Last year was adventure.

I spent alot of time thinking about my word for 2020. I had a few which I wanted to use and in the end went with Mindful.

For me being mindful in our busy lives (where we are constantly online and contactable 24/7) is a challenge. Switching off is difficult and living in the moment can feel impossible at times. A stressful day can spill into an evening while you think about emails to return or a meeting to prepare for.

So this year my intention is to live mindfully and to be more present right here, right now. Not last year. Last week. Yesterday. Not next month or even tomorrow.

Just right now.

There will be times it is tricky - I’m not doubting that - but I know that it will be worth it.

So here is to a great 2020 and living each moment.

xx

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