As a new year begins, many of us set long lists of resolutions and goals—only to watch them fade by February. What if there was a simpler, more powerful way to stay focused and create real change?

Best-selling author and thought leader Jon Gordon offers a game-changing approach: instead of creating endless resolutions, choose ONE WORD to guide you through the year. No goals. No wish lists. Just one word that becomes your driving force.

The Power of ONE WORD

When you choose your ONE WORD, you gain clarity and direction in every part of your life. Unlike traditional resolutions that often overwhelm, one word sticks. It becomes your daily compass, influencing your choices and shaping your mindset.

Jon Gordon explains that ONE WORD impacts all six dimensions of life:

• ​ Mental – sharpening focus and confidence​
• ​ Physical – fueling healthier habits​
• ​ Emotional – cultivating resilience and positivity​
• ​ Relational – strengthening connections with others​
• ​ Spiritual – deepening your purpose and alignment​
• ​ Financial – guiding smarter decisions and priorities​

Simply put, your word becomes a source of clarity, passion, and life-change. Imagine waking up each morning with a single focus—whether it’s growth, gratitude, courage, or balance. That word becomes your anchor when distractions arise and your fuel when challenges appear.

Join the ONE WORD Movement

This isn’t just a personal practice—it’s a movement. Thousands of people, schools, sports teams, businesses, and churches have embraced Jon Gordon’s One Word Challenge, transforming their culture, performance, and purpose.

Your word is waiting for you. When you discover it, live it, and share it, your year will become more rewarding and exciting than ever before.

If you’re not sure where to start, Jon Gordon’s bestselling book One Word That Will Change Your Life provides practical steps to uncover your word and make it part of your daily life.

Examples of ONE WORD You Could Choose

Here are some powerful words that can set the tone for your year:

1.​ Growth – commit to learning and progress.​

2.​ Balance – create harmony in work, family, and health.​

3.​ Courage – face challenges boldly.​

4.​ Gratitude – find joy in what you already have.​

5.​ Focus – cut out distractions and stay aligned.​

6.​ Joy – embrace positivity and happiness.​

7.​ Resilience – bounce back stronger after setbacks.​

8.​ Adventure – welcome new experiences.​

9.​ Love – deepen compassion and connection.​

10.​Mindfulness – be present in each moment.​

Which word speaks to you?

Call to Action

Are you ready to choose your ONE WORD and unlock your best year yet?

Take time today to reflect on what matters most.​ Write your word down where you’ll see it daily.​

Share your word with others to stay accountable and inspire them too.

Join the growing community of people living with intention. Comment below with your ONE WORD and subscribe to this blog for more tools, strategies, and mental performance insights.

This year, don’t just set resolutions—live your word.