One of the best gifts that I partake in each year is receiving my word or phrase for the coming year. It is a gift that keeps on giving in many ways. I find my word helps me stay intentional, focused and growing on my Spiritual Journey. I started this practice over ten years ago when I discovered it as an ancient monastic way of guidance. As you listen to your life and the Spirit you may notice themes, words, phrases or images that seem to sparkle or resonate deep within you currently.
You can receive your word in a variety of ways, especially if you are attentive to listening, seeing, and sensing spiritually. Perhaps your word is calling you in a synchronistic way in which it appears through multiple sources or maybe it is a one time "burning bush" experience. However your word comes to you, make sure to slow down, pay attention and reflect, maybe even have an inner spiritual conversation to go deeper.
SOME EXAMPLES OF WAYS YOUR WORD MIGHT CALL YOU
Your current Divine Longings
Dreams
Conversations
In Prayer or Meditation
In Images or Symbols
Through Sacred Reading or Scripture
Your Life
Nature
Podcasts and Teachings
Your Body Senses
Spiritual Friends or Directors
Once you feel that you have received your word or phrase take it into your time of reflection, contemplation and prayer. Allow it to settle deep within and sit with it, you may receive further insight from this time. After this, you may choose to journal your experience and consider further discernment with a Spiritual Director.
ANCHORING YOUR WORD FOR THE YEAR
Incorporate it into a Rule or Rhythm of Life for the Year (ask me more about this)
Create a collage or Vision Board with your word
Put it on your phone wallpaper
Journal about it during the year
Create a Breath Prayer with your word
Create an image of your word
Meet regularly with a Spiritual Director or Coach to process your journey
I know once you start the adventure of receiving this amazing gift you will find it to be such a blessing for your journey! Embrace the process and trust the Spirit to gently guide you throughout the year.
My word/phrase for 2025 is: (Divine Connections). I welcome you to share your experience or words in the comments. I also invite you to connect with me for a complementary 30-minute conversation about your journey. beingwiththe1@gmail.com
Blessings on your journey,
Carol Mullen, Certified Spiritual & Life Coach & Trained and Experienced Spiritual Director
Soul's Sanctuary
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