This month I discovered that my world grew in small ways—through word games with Jeff, a powerful lesson in empathy, preserving family memories, and making space for a meaningful new conversation at Wild Goose Festival.
What happens when you stop analyzing your One Word and start experiencing it? Try this year’s sensory challenge using touch, taste, and sound to discover new meaning in your word.
As part of my One Word “Shift,” I’m learning that reframing isn’t always about finding a new identity. Sometimes it’s about leaving the frame empty for a while and making room for whatever comes next.
When people are overwhelmed, they don’t need someone to tell them to “just calm down.” They need someone who can stay steady, ask good questions, and simply be present. Watching my friend do exactly that reminded me of the kind of person I want to become.
My Shift key stopped working this month, making me wonder what else still does work. Here are four ordinary things—from pinkie promises to volunteers to living my values—that reminded me to keep hope alive.
What happens when your One Word no longer inspires you? Mid-year is the perfect time to check in. Whether you’ve forgotten your word, outgrown it, or simply lost sight of it, these three simple practices can help you reconnect, reimagine, or replace your word and continue growing with intention.