Each year brings a new word to symbolize what I want to remain focused on each day.
Today begins a brand-new year and of all days it could fall on, it’s a Monday! While there is nothing particularly magical about the beginning of a new week, it does represent a fresh start. Pair that with the start of a new year, it feels like you’re truly getting off on the right foot.
I took time to reflect last month over 2023 and used that to help put together my list of things I want to accomplish in 2024. I believe there is power in reflection. Sometimes it can be hard to see just how much you’ve accomplished over the course of a year. There also may be things that were on your list of goals that didn’t happen.
Reflection can help you in both circumstances because it not only helps you gain clarity, but it gives you keys to how you can better move forward in the coming year.
I’m excited to share with you the word that I chose for 2024 and a little background on why I chose it!
My Word of The Year
Alignment is my word of the year 2024!
I spent a lot of time this past year determining what was really important to me. I wanted to make more time for those things, but that also led to some tough decisions to weed out what wasn’t serving me well. Sometimes decisions that are best for us aren’t always the easiest to adjust to at first. But later on, you see just how freeing those decisions can be and you’re thankful you finally did it!
As I move into this new year, I’m craving more of a simple, cozy, and peaceful life.
I want to make choices that align with that lifestyle, thus, alignment seemed like the perfect word for me this year. So many wonderful things came together in 2023 and I’ve sort of been piecemealing things here and there. I really want to bring it all together in 2024 the very best that I can. 🙂
If you need a little inspiration for picking a word, you can see last year’s word of the year blog post here!
That’s a wrap on my word for the year 2024, friends! Do you pick a word for each year? I’d love to hear what your word is for 2024 if so, and just what you’re looking forward to this year!
I don’t pick a word for the year but it’s wonderful that you do and it sounds like this one is a really good one to have for your year ahead! Hope you had a lovely Christmas and the new year is off to a great start for you 🙂
Aww, thanks Mica! 🙂 I truly appreciate that and wish you and your sweet family all the best for 2024!
I hope you have a wonderful 2024 Ashley!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
Thanks so much, Jennifer!! Wishing you the very same, you deserve it! 🙂
love the word alignment for your word of the year, i’m all about alignment! hope you have an amazing new year!
xoxo, midori
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Thank you SO much, Midori! I hope you have the best new year as well!
Love your word my friend! What a great way to stay connected to your soul. My word is presence because I want to stay connected to God’s presence in every moment. Hopefully it will keep my present! Happy New Year my friend! I am so appreciative of your friendship and support. XO
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Thank you so much, my dear friend! I absolutely love your word for the year, and I think it will definitely help you stay connected to His presence. Wishing you the very best new year and I am truly so thankful for you and your friendship as well, very blessed to know you!! 🙂
Wonderful word you chose!
Thanks momma!!
I did not pick my word for the year yet. I probably will before the day is out. I haven’t picked a word in a while, but when I did, it felt like a little goal to meet. 🙂
I like your word of the year. It’s certainly fitting to go after having everything in your life align how you need it to.
I definitely can understand that! I hope you love your word if you picked one out, and even if you choose not to pick a word, I have no doubt you’ll do great this year! 🙂 Thank you tons my friend!
I haven’t chosen a word of the year in a few years. Maybe it’s time to give it some thought on how it can help me stay focused on my goals. I love the word align. It covers so many different aspects of life. Happy New Year Ashley!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Aww, thanks Jill, I really felt like it was the perfect fit this time around. I completely understand about not always choosing a word for the year, I have no doubt you will do amazing on your goals regardless!! 🙂 Happy New Year, my friend!
I can never decide on just one word, so I don’t do this… but, I love to hear what other people choose and why. I really couldn’t agree with you more on the simple, cozy, and peaceful life. I would love that too and I could use more of it!!
Carrie
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I can totally understand why, I go through a bunch and then sort of go through the process of elimination, haha! Yes, I think we can both relate on wanting those things. Hopefully this year will bring more of that for both of us! 🙂
Good choice of word. I like that.
Aww, thank you Hena! Thanks for stopping by and happy new year to you! 🙂
I love the word you picked! It goes well with your goal and I hope having that word really helps you to focus and accomplish what you want!
Thank you so much friend, I truly appreciate it!! 🙂 Wishing you the very best new year and I hope you accomplish everything you set out to do!
Oh I love this idea! And alinement is a great word to start the year. I am sure you will meet your goals!
Allie of
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Thank you tons, Allie!! I appreciate your confidence in me, you are the best! 🙂 Wishing you the brightest new year, my friend!
Alignment sounds just about right for 2024. I hope things get aligned for me too this year! <3
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I love that we are on the same page, Jelena!! 🙂 Wishing you an amazing 2024!
That’s a good one. I may use it as well.
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Thank you bunches, Regine, and that sounds perfect! I hope all of the things align for you this year!! 🙂
Embracing the power of reflection as a fresh year begins. Setting intentions and focusing on a chosen word—a meaningful start to 2024. By the way, check out my YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0h64fPOK94. Leave a comment, and if you subscribe, it’s greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Aww thank you Melody, yes reflection helps so much and makes such a difference for progressing forward in the new year! I’ll be sure to check out your channel, I always enjoy your videos!
omg i love this idea i have to do it – shy – https://www.shyyshianne.com/
Hope you find a fantastic word for your year my friend and so happy you loved this idea! Happy New Year!!
Great choice for the word of the year! It’s wonderful to have a guiding word for the year, and “TRUST” is a powerful and uplifting one. Wishing you a fantastic 2024, friend!
Candice x
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Oh, ‘trust’ is a fantastic word and I can absolutely see myself using that at some point. Thank you tons Candice and I wish you all the best for this new year as well!! 🙂
What a wonderful word to choose! Alignment! I like it! I feel like it’s going to be a good year for you! It’s impossible for me to choose just one but I know if I really focused, I could. Wonderful post too my dear friend and happy new year!
Aww, thank you so much my dear friend, that means a lot! 🙂 You are going to do amazing things this year, I have no doubt about it!! Happy New Year!
You know what my dear Ashley, I might have to steal your word. It fits perfectly to the things I want to achieve this year. Another word for me is Consistency. I need to be consistent in the good choices I make. Happy new year my friend. 🙂
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You are SO welcome to steal it anytime, I would love to share the same word as you this year! Consistency is perfect, I think I used that one a couple of years ago and it’s such a great reminder. Happy New Year, my dear friend!
Have a fantastic 2024 😀
Thanks so much, Kinga, wishing you the very same! 🙂
Love this <3
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Thank you so much, Brigitta! 🙂 Happy New Year!
It’s a great word to choose for the year. I do not have a word for the year, all I know is I want to learn all the basic things in life as a 30-year-old lady. Like driving, swimming, baking and finding a partner.
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Aww, thanks Bernice!! That sounds like a fantastic 2024 and you truly don’t need to have just one word, you summed it up perfectly! 🙂 I hope you get all of those wonderful things and more!