A Better Question To Ask Heading Into 2018

It’s that time of year again.

As we start 2018, it’s a time for us to refocus and cast a new vision. It’s a time for us to reset and start fresh. It’s a time for us to envision how we make 2018 our best year ever.

Most of our energy is focused on what we want to “DO” in 2018. We work on resolutions and set new goals. Most of these are tied to things we want to start doing, keep doing or stop doing as we reset for the New Year. Those are all great things to do but what if there’s a better question to ask?

What if along with asking, “what do I want to “DO” in 2018?” we ask, “Who do I want to “BE” in 2018?”

The better question to ask as we head into 2018 is “who do I want to “BE” this year?”

“BE” words are about our character, our relationships and our impact on others. It turns the focus to our hearts and minds and not just on our actions. “BE” words help us take a step back and cast a broader vision for our lives. They help put our “DO” words in perspective and provide guardrails for the type of person we want to become.

Who do you want to “BE” in 2018?

Maybe you want to “BE” more present, more patient, more kind, more assertive, more intentional, more empathetic, more loving, more others focused, more courageous, more relaxed. Imagine the scene of your life on 1/1/2019. Who do you want to “BE”? What would want the “BE” narrative to be for 2018? How do you envision your character growing and your influence expanding? 

Take a few minutes to write down 2-3 "BE" words you will commit to investing in this year. Share them with a friend who can help hold you accountable and tell you what you need to hear vs. what you want to hear.

The first person we need to lead in 2018 is our self.

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