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My 3 Words for 2025
Before 2014, I used to set traditional New Year's resolutions every January, hoping to start the year with fresh goals and determination. However, like many others (as shown in studies where fewer than half of participants stick to their goals), I often found myself falling short and abandoning those resolutions.
Realizing this approach wasn’t serving me well, I discovered a different practice in 2014 through Chris Brogan. Instead of setting rigid resolutions, I began choosing three guiding words each year—words that act as touchstones to focus my intentions, inspire my actions, and align my purpose.
For 2024, I chose Ignite, Impact, and Instigate. Each word guided me through moments of inspiration, challenges, meaningful action, and courageous change. As the year unfolded, those words served as powerful reminders to stay focused, bold, and intentional.
This past year was also marked by a significant personal and professional milestone: earning my Doctorate of Education. Completing my dissertation was an incredible journey—one that required focus, resilience, and dedication. While I thought I would be able to resume blogging regularly in 2024, I stepped away from blogging to fully invest in my research and writing. Now, with my degree in hand and a renewed sense of purpose, I’m excited to return to this space and share reflections, insights, and stories once again.
As I prepared for 2025, I’ve once again spent time reflecting on the past year and identifying areas where I want to grow, lead, and live with purpose. These reflections led me to my three words for 2025: Elevate, Thrive, and Nurture.
#My3Words
Elevate
"Elevate" represents a commitment to raising the bar in every aspect of my life—professionally, personally, and relationally. It’s about lifting others while also challenging myself to grow in leadership, vision, and execution. Elevate reminds me to operate with excellence, seek higher standards, and create opportunities for those around me to rise as well.
Thrive
To "Thrive" is to move beyond merely surviving. It’s about embracing challenges with resilience, leaning into opportunities with confidence, and finding joy in the process. Thrive reminds me to focus on well-being, to celebrate successes—both big and small—and to intentionally create space for growth and renewal.
Nurture
The word "Nurture" speaks to the importance of care, intentionality, and support. Whether it’s nurturing relationships, fostering a positive school culture, or investing in my own well-being, this word serves as a reminder to prioritize meaningful connections and provide the support needed for growth to occur.
Past #My3Words Choices
2015 - Rhythm. Bravery. Fitness.
2016 - Focus. Purpose. Do.
2017 - Pivot. Go. Grow.
2018 - Lift. Create. Relentless.
2019 - Practice. Execute. Be.
Over the years, I’ve realized that sharing my three words publicly isn’t just about accountability—it’s about connection. When I share my words, I’m opening a window into my goals, my mindset, and my hopes for the year ahead. In turn, others often share their own words with me, creating moments of shared purpose and mutual encouragement. These exchanges remind me of the power of community and the way our stories, even in their uniqueness, can intersect and inspire.
“The three words are a shorthand representation of your bigger story. It’s kind of like how an icon isn’t the software program. It’s just a way for you to mentally access all the work you’re doing.”
— Chris Brogan
I hope these words have inspired you to create and share your own words for 2025. If so, please share them below in the comments or on X.
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