2019 Word of the Year

|| Aidan Sequin Dress (also available via Rent the Runway) || Heels (similar pair without the rhinestone bow) || Earrings (similar statement earring) || Three Stone Cuff || Photos: Melanie Foster Photography ||

I have never been one to make a New Year's resolution. For some reason, it always seemed somewhat intimidating. I know myself well enough that I need to look at goal setting a different way rather than making a year-long commitment. For 2019, I am going to try something different. I am going to pick a word of the year. Instagram served as an inspiration, there were so many women talking about going through the process of finding their word or phrase. Over the past few days, I have been meditating and praying for a word to appear to me. There was one word that kept popping up.

Determination.

The determination to make my marriage a priority. Jered and I have been married for a little over five and a half years. Even with us not having children, it can be hard for us to juggle everything. I am going to be more intentional when we are spending time together. Between working in the digital media sector and blogging, I find myself always being on my phone, checking up on things. I need to do better and find ways to unplug and focus on connecting in-person.

The determination to take 15 Pure Barre classes each month. Pure Barre Edmond is kicking off something new today. The Black Belt Challenge is a 12-month challenge, where you take 15 classes per month. In the past year, there have been some months that I completed less than 15 in-studio workouts. However, I know change is best met with consistency. I am going to push myself to make this happen! I can't wait to see how my body gets stronger during this process.

The determination to give my best each day at work. I am a very competitive person, it has always shown up in my Strengths Quest insight report. I will be the first to say that this word often seems to have a pretty negative connotation. Here is how I see it: I treat each day like a livestock show/football game/band or cheerleading competition (pick whichever you can relate to). I try and leave it all on the field, giving it everything I had. After the holiday break, I am feeling renewed and refreshed. I am ready to get back and do big things in 2019!

I am determined to find the extraordinary in everyday moments, not just while traveling. When we were in Paris in October, I found myself looking at everything with awe and wonder. From the architecture to the wine lists, the street style, and bakery windows, I was noticing beauty in everyday things. Each day, I want to take a moment to appreciate the things around me. I know that there are beautiful things here in Oklahoma.

I want to hear from you! Are you making resolutions, picking a word or doing something different? I am here for you if you need encouragement!