Word of the Year

No, it's not "twerking" *shudder*.... I've seen these "word/theme" of the year post pop up from a few fellow bloggers. Of course I have my classic list of new years resolutions and goals (some more realistic than others). I love the idea of a word or theme for the year, because it allows me to focus in and yet encompass a much larger idea at the same time. So here it is, my word of the year is: Consistency.

At first I wanted to choose discipline, but then I thought to myself "I don't really have a problem with discipline". I can do something if I really want to, I often do things that I really dislike and still bring myself to do them with a good attitude, and I'm pretty strong willed.

I am a procrastinator however, and I have always had a problem with sticking with things... Whether it be developing a good habit/practice of something, hobbies, etc. I fall in love with this idea and then when it doesn't work out or come as easily as I thought it would have, I bail.

I want to be more consistent in a few key areas in my life.

Consistency in: loving those who are difficult to love. This means, holding my tongue and watching my words to others around me. Having a better attitude, even if I feel that I am being treated poorly. 

Consistency in: developing and maintaining relationships. I want to make a conscience effort to be a better friend, communicate more meaningfully and going outside of my comfort box in making new friendships.

Consistency in: being a better spouse. This means, making sure Kyle knows how much I appreciate all the things he does for me, and finding small but significant ways to show him my love. I want us to always find new and fun things to do, and working on finding the positive no matter the situation. 

Consistency in health and fitness. I expanded on my recent struggle with this in my previous post. I want to be consistent so that there isn't so much of a yo-yo with my feelings on my body and personal health.

Below is the Webster definition of consistent. I think it fits my 2014 perfectly!  

noun (plural consistencies)

[mass noun]

• 1consistent behaviour or treatment:the consistency of measurement techniques
•  the quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary greatly in quality over time:we know we have the ability at the club—what we need is consistency