Can you believe I took this photo with my cell phone???
I went down to the beach last night to calm down a bit. I live so close, yet I never go as often as I should. So yesterday I went...to ground my energy. I have too much fire energy right now...and I thought some water would cool me off a bit (it occurred to me this is why surfers are always so chilled out...they are in the water all day!) Nonetheless, being by the ocean worked like a charm! And I do love the ocean this time of year. It's darker...and more turbulent. I also love that the beach is quiet. So as I sat there, I just opened my heart to the divine. Letting the wind caress my face and said "do what you will with me...I am totally open." I felt so free at that moment.
As I sat there on the edge of my world I began thinking about words...
Don't you love words? Words are like magic. If you ever read The Four Agreements...you know this. Funny thing about words though...they can affect you deeply...but only if you choose them to do so.
You can take words personally...or not. I have learned to not take a lot of words personally...and that is powerful!
I know for those of you that chose a word to guide you through 2009...those special words held great meaning and significance. A wonderful gift you have given yourself this year. I know my word, deserve, was very special for me. And it really did impact my year. Cool, huh?
Oh yes...I do have my word for 2010...and I can't wait to share it with you.
Anyway...when looking at my blog name...I was thinking...jeeze, I don't feel so "whimsical" anymore. I don't feel bad or dark or anything like that, but the word does not carry the same meaning as it did 6 months ago. So I am thinking...only thinking right now...about changing the name. I don't know...I have to sit with this for a bit. Because, I will most likely change my mind. I am fickle like that!
Anyway...for those of you thinking about the New Year and resolutions *blech* I hate resolutions...they are a set up for failure! I highly suggest throwing that idea out the door and going with a word instead. Carefully choosing a word that will carry you through 2010. A powerful and positive word...an affirmation if you will.
Here is a list to start with:
- abundance
- peace
- balance
- courage
- dedication
- intention
- manifestation
- loving
- freedom
- playful
- focus
- family
- centering
- healing
- dream
- happiness
- strength
- unity
- gratitude
- release
- forgiveness
- empowerment
- create
- spirit
- grace
- acceptance
- imagination
- freedom
- serenity
- passion
- resolve
- transformation
- magic
- determination
- joy
- adaptability
- resourcefulness
- confidence
- trust
- faith
- independence
- healthy
- bloom
- shine
- seek
25 comments:
you'r not fickle..you are what they call an agent-of-change..wow lots of choices...playful and courage sound like my needed words for 2010..thanks for sharing.. go for it and change the title....
do i have ot choose just one? ;) family, love and faith are the ones that i have always chosen to follow.
Nope...choose as many words that fit :)
Caroline, I had to laugh at the way the Universe works. I'd loaded today's image on my blog, then decided to take a break before beginning to write. The subject? Words.
Love it when that happens. I've been thinking about words also, time to choose a word for 2010, kinda sad to see last year's go.
If you've not read & worked through the book Style Statment, I highly recommend it. It will narrow you down to 2 words and you will be amazed at how this impacts your life.
Can't wait to see if you stay whimsical.
:) Debi
I already had a couple of New Year's resolutions in mind, but you know what? I'm chucking them! I'm going to go with your method instead and pick a *WORD* for my upcoming year that encompasses what I need to do in my life. Now I must ponder what my *WORD* should be.
My word for 2010 will be "Able". Thank you for this! I love it!
I have two words for 2010 and I'll share them soon on my blog. If whimsical is not how you're feeling a name change may be in order, but I love the title of your blog..All of them actually!
magic indeed...what a list ...i have not picked one~
I've gotten a lot out of focusing on faith and joy this year. Not sure about my word for next year.... I need so much! balance, discipline, the list goes on.
Thanks for posting this. Maybe I'll find just the right one right here.
... and lucky you to live so close to the beach. I would love that.
wonderful list!
i wish i lived close to the ocean...
it is so calming to me ~~
xoxo
i love the 4 agreements - powerful stuff.
and the beach also is my grounding spot.
Beautiful photo... I need to ponder. My word for 2009 was CHANGE, and change I did... 2010... I'm not sure yet, I've been having too much fun with all the changes!
Beautiful plan, Caroline. I am with you. PHooey on the resolutions. I am going to ponder this excellent list and see what emerges. I have the feeling it might be "transformation." Am feeling quite a bit like a creature in a chrysalis right now...(I am missing the ocean, esp. how you described it. Soon though! Florida calls)
That's an awesome list and a terrific plan. I love words too! They can make such an impact on our thoughts, ideas and actions.
Bloom - what a wonderful word. Especially since I'm feeling old right now - but I can change that feeling by taking a word from your list and making it my focus. Thanks for this wonderful idea. And I LOVED the picture you opened with - gorgeous!
Mine was "release." And while I have had my ups and downs, I have made progress with this word and how it relates to my life. I think part of my problem is that I allowed myself to forget about my word for a while, then I'd remember, then I'd forget.
But I have definitely done much better with this than I ever did with any New Year's resolutions. I am going to do this again, and thank you for prompting me to start thinking about my new word.
Amazing! I don't know very many that choose a word, but I have for quite a few years now. My word for this year was "create" - it's on your list. Next year's word is on your list too. I am loving it, but I won't tell you my word either.
I wish the beach wasn't 1 1/2 hour drive from my home or I would be there too. You have chosen a special place to meditate and quiet down.
That picture is beautiful. You took it with your cell phone. I love it!!
A great idea to choose a word for the year. Like a personal mantra for ourselves.
I want the brand and model of your cellphone, Caroline..lol..that picture is awesome! OH, how I wish I lived closer to the beach.
I'm not big on New Year's resolutions either...never have been. My word for 2009 was 'JOY' and I think it worked quite well for me. I'm still mulling over my word for 2010 but I do have a few in mind I will probably choose from. Can't wait to hear what word you have chosen.
This is a fantastic idea!
this is my third year to do a word instead of a resolution...
last year my word was.....see
this year my word has been....focus
and this coming year, with some personal issues with my son, my word is hope....
hope for change and survival and wisdom and patience and understanding....
What a fantastic picture, Caroline! I may have to go sit on the beach tomorrow myself if I'm feeling better. (I've been sick with a cold/cough.) I've always loved being at the beach in the non-summer seasons. So peaceful, so reassuring, watching the constant ebb and flow; it puts one fully in the moment, doesn't it? I healed from my divorce by sitting there with the water.
I've never done resolutions. Not for any particular reason; I've just never done them. I don't think I can pick one word for a whole year, although I like the list you've suggested. Some days, I'm calm, others I'm present, others I'm playful; I go with the flow. Hey, maybe "flow" should be my word?
I just realized that when you and I sit at the beach, we're both looking at the same water. (SoCal) Cool!
Delightful post, with hope dancing up and down among the words.
Caroline,
I have never done this before, but knew before I finished your daily entry what my word should be....I could pick so many and easily accomplish the meaning I derived behind each of them...but I wanted a challenge and this one word excites me and at the same time scares me and I have had a struggle with it throughout my life.....I am hoping 2010 will allow me to come to terms with what this word means to me and to reach a new level of understanding.
My Word is: Success
Oh what a Magical Photo!! and with your phone?!?!?! It truly is motivational in so many ways. Nature knows exactly what we need at any given time. The hardest thing is to recognize her gift and take it wholly into our self when it is given. Your words, and photo's touch deeply and move me. Thank you Dear Soul and a Blessed Winter Season to you and yours. Love and Light, Nina P
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