My Word for 2026: Exponential
Resolutions tend to focus on outcomes. A guiding word focuses on orientation. It shapes how I think, how I move, and how I decide…especially when things feel busy or uncertain.
For me, that shift has made all the difference.
A Look Back Before We Step Forward
As this year comes to a close, I am evaluating where I am based on where I started. I usually measure myself against an ideal future version of me. This way of measuring only sells me short. To truly evaluate success, we have to look back. To where we started. This perspective shift really resonated with me, and I wanted to share it with you as you reflect on your own year.