Do you choose a “Word of the Year” or participate in the One Little Word project? With SO many great words to pick from, it can be tough to narrow down the selection, so I’ve put together a list of some of the best Word of the Year ideas to help you make your decision!
150+ Word of the Year Ideas
In December of 2010, not long after I started this blog, I decided to choose one single word to be my focus and guidance for the upcoming new year and all of my goals. I wanted to choose something meaningful that would guide me through the year and be a compass throughout life’s many decisions, something that would encourage me to be the best version of myself. I settled on the word “Bloom,” and in that year I grew this very blog from a part-time hobby to a full-fledged business!
It wasn’t until a couple of years later that I discovered that One Little Word was a growing movement linked to a popular hands-on workshop that incorporates a little bit of scrapbooking with a lot of journaling and an abundance of self-growth. The idea of selecting a guiding word resonates with many, many people, and the trend of choosing a Word of the Year has gained popularity for good reason!
Personally, my words over the years have included a couple of those popular favorites along with Joy, Improve, and Intentional. I haven’t completely settled on my word for next year yet, but I’m leaning heavily towards Gratitude!
To help you choose your one little word, I put together a list of 150 potential Word of the Year ideas to help inspire your selection:
Whichever Word of the Year you choose, you can keep it front and center with these awesome Word of the Year Gifts and Reminders like jewelry, home decor, t-shirts, and more!
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150+ Word of the Year Ideas for 2024
If you don’t need the word ideas in printable format, scroll through here for 150+ incredible Word of the Year ideas to motivate and inspire you to have your best year ever!
- Focus
- Grow
- Organize
- Simplify
- Bloom
- Brave
- Inspire
- Thrive
- Gratitude
- Consistency
- Balance
- Be
- Worth
- Elevate
- Today
- Less
- Mindful
- Considerate
- Calm
- Positivity
- Respect
- Appreciate
- Enlighten
- Intentional
- Flow
- Family
- Slow
- Possibility
- Persevere
- Love
- More
- Reflect
- Light
- Heart
- Now
- Passion
- Joy
- Unlimited
- Kindness
- Play
- Thoughtful
- Deliberate
- Trust
- Conscious
- Increase
- Breathe
- Commit
- Seek
- Pause
- Forward
- Change
- Listen
- Free
- Build
- Flourish
- Move
- Renew
- Progress
- Explore
- Finish
- Hope
- Fearless
- Happy
- Spirit
- Glorious
- Grace
- Truth
- Belong
- Strive
- Always
- Compassion
- Energy
- Sacred
- Persist
- Bridge
- Determination
- Enough
- Improve
- Strength
- Encourage
- Wake
- Present
- Beauty
- Enthusiasm
- Connect
- Alignment
- Priority
- Create
- New
- Faith
- Believe
- Transform
- Integrity
- Gentle
- Expansion
- Grounded
- Harmony
- Action
- Ambition
- Purpose
- Hero
- Dream
- Magic
- Shine
- Peace
- Try
- Teach
- Compromise
- Imagine
- Learn
- Wonder
- Embrace
- Courage
- Humble
- Wish
- Work
- Smile
- Meditate
- Lead
- Celebrate
- Relax
- Pray
- Sparkle
- Represent
- Whole
- Journey
- Prosper
- Contribute
- Discipline
- Laugh
- Here
- Shift
- Delight
- Patience
- Cultivate
- Stillness
- Serenity
- Vision
- Wisdom
- Vulnerability
- Adventure
- Example
- Comfort
- Give
- Rise
- Perspective
- Glow
- Forgive
- Observe
- Soul
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Heidi Kundin has captivated the hearts of millions with her colorful and inspiring approach to crafting, celebrations, and family fun. With over 15 years of experience, Happiness is Homemade has become a must-visit destination for those seeking quick and easy creative ideas and last-minute solutions. Heidi’s warm personality shines through her posts, inviting readers to join her on a creative journey that’s fun, rewarding, and achievable. Heidi is also the author of Homemade Bath Bombs & More and DIY Tie-Dye.