The most impactful words come from a bit of reflection on where you’re at and where you’d like to go. Try to ask yourself:

• What do I want more (or less) of in my life?

• Are there certain goals or values I want to focus towards this year?

• What qualities do I want to pursue for myself?

Use bloom’s reflection or wrap-up pages to jot down what comes to mind. Whether it’s more peace, joy, balance, or something else, try to keep it short and memorable.

After reflecting for a while, you might have a few ideas floating around in your mind. Let’s say you’re thinking of words like; Focus, Growth, Balance, Joy, or Courage. Really think about each word and see if any “click.” Visualize what it would look like if this word guided your decisions and mindset for a whole year. The right word should feel inspiring, but flexible enough to work into different aspects of your life.

Still stuck on your word? Here is some inspiration pulled from bloom's instagram!

Now that you have your word, it’s time to make it real! Here are some tips to help carry it through the entire year:

• Put it on your vision board page: Write it big, decorate it with color, stickers, or even cut-out photos to truly visualize your word’s overall vibe.

• Tie it to your goals: As you fill out your planner’s goal-setting pages, use your word as a theme. For example, if your word is Balance, create goals around work-life harmony, self-care, and stress reduction. This way, your goals directly connect back to your word.

• Weekly reminders: Each week in bloom’s weekly spreads, try to work in your word. You could write it at the top of each page, use it as a weekly intention, or just keep it in mind as you plan out your week.

Check out our free Vision Board Printables

Sticking to your “word of the year” can be a lot easier if you use bloom’s life coaching and reflection tools. Here’s how:

• Monthly Reflections: At the end of each month, use your planner's reflection pages to check in with your word. Ask yourself, “Did I live by my word this month?” or “What can I do next month to stay on track?”

• Build Habits Around Your Word: If your word represents something you’d like to make a habit (say, Gratitude or Strength), use our habit tracker to build it into your daily routine. For Gratitude, track a daily gratitude list, or for Strength, maybe track your workouts.

When the year wraps up, our year-end reflection pages are the perfect place to look back and see how much your “word of the year” influenced your year. Reflect on how your word helped you grow, what goals it pushed you to accomplish, and how you stayed true to your intentions.