A Year of Growth

I was catching up on one of my favorite bloggers when I saw something about #reverb10. It looks like reverb10 is a little project where you take the time to reflect on this year & manifest what's next. Interesting, right? So, naturally I wanted to partake in this little project. It officially started yesterday, so I'm a day late - better late than never, right? Here goes:

December 1 One Word.
Encapsulate the year 2010 in one word. Explain why you’re choosing that word. Now, imagine it’s one year from today, what would you like the word to be that captures 2011 for you?

My word for 2010: GROWTH

I have to say that 2010 has been a pretty amazing year for me. I started the year in a ... well I wouldn't say, "bad place," but not in the place I wanted to be. I was fighting a battle with negativity, unhealthy relationships, and a job I wasn't happy with. While everyone was creating New Year's resolutions to lose weight, run a marathon, stop smoking, etc...I only had one New Year's resolution: To be positive. I made it my mission to live a life with a positive mental attitude and I have to say it's changed my life - completely. I've found that with a positive mental attitude, things happen, doors open, and most importantly life is brighter.

It's allowed me to weed out the unhealthy relationships. It's helped me overcome mental barriers. It's helped me become closer to friends. It's landed me my dream job. And most importantly, it's led me to a stronger relationship with myself.

I also realize this is a journey that is far from over but a journey I will continue to pursue.

So, my word for 2011: FORWARD

I have to remember that the progress I have accomplished so far this doesn't mean I can and should stop - I have to keep moving forward in all areas of life.