We’re bringing in LEAP energy for 2025

There’s something to be said for a new year, a new start. I love looking back over the year and seeing the growth path. I think I’m always looking for an overarching story, a way to connect all the dots. This last week of the year is one of my favorites. No one knows what time it is or where they’re supposed to be, which gives me the perfect chance to burrow in my room and dream.

A few weeks ago, the word LEAP jumped out at me (see what I did there?), and I thought, yes, this is the energy I want for 2025. Leaping reminds me of dancing. It’s graceful and intentional, joyful and bold.

I think we get burned out so easily because we think we need to produce continually, be perpetually inspired and inspiring. Think of the moment before the leap, that moment of stillness where all that potential energy builds before it’s ready to be released. I’ve noticed that’s my creative rhythm, a quiet building, then the bold release into the world, a pregnant pause before something new is born.

You can’t think about leaping without thinking of risk-taking. I imagine leaping across a canyon or leaping from rock to rock in a current. You could find a longer route or pick your way across slowly, or you could GO FOR IT, because you trust yourself, and channel all you’ve been building into one moment of boldness. Terrifying but exhilarating, risky but rewarding.

Leaping conjures up images of joy, excitement, energy, enthusiasm! Yes to all that and more in 2025! But don’t forget the quiet parts of the leap, the preparing, the building. Let’s remember this natural rhythm. If we expect ourselves to leap continually, we’ll burn out in no time. Instead pause, let it build, LEAP, rest and repeat.

What is your word of the year? Will you choose LEAP?

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