A #OneWORD Challenge

Stepping into 2025, the word “Find” resonates deeply, embodying my journey of exploration and self-discovery. This past year, it served as a quiet guide, a personal mantra that helped me navigate the uncertainties and challenges of 2024. Now, I’m ready to embrace “Find” with renewed intention, seeking the unknown with open arms and a curious mind.

What Does “Find” Mean to Me?

“Find” is more than just a word; it’s a commitment to step outside my comfort zone, to challenge assumptions, and to dive deeper into the world around me. It’s about uncovering hidden passions and talents, peeling back the layers to reveal my authentic self. “Find” is about:

• Exploration: Stepping outside my comfort zone and embracing the unknown. This resonates deeply with me, especially through my love for off-roading. There’s something truly liberating about navigating challenging terrain, pushing my limits, and discovering hidden gems along the way. Every bump in the road, every steep incline, every unexpected obstacle has become a metaphor for life’s challenges. And overcoming them has not only built resilience but also revealed a passion for adventure I never knew I had.
• Curiosity: Asking questions, challenging assumptions, and digging deeper. It’s about that insatiable thirst for knowledge, that drive to understand the “why” behind everything. This year, I want to cultivate my curiosity, to approach the world with a beginner’s mind, and to never stop asking questions. So as I learn a new subject, explore a different culture, or simply engage in meaningful conversations, I want to embrace the wonder of discovery.
• Self-Discovery: Uncovering hidden passions, talents, and values. It’s about peeling back the layers and unearthing the authentic self within. To “find” myself means actively engaging in introspection, exploring new experiences, and reflecting on the lessons learned along the way. This year, I’m committed to excavating those hidden depths, embracing my strengths, acknowledging my vulnerabilities, and ultimately, understanding who I truly am.
• Connection: Finding common ground with others and building meaningful relationships. It’s about recognizing the shared humanity that binds us together, despite our differences. This year, I want to foster deeper connections with the people in my life, to cultivate empathy and understanding, and to build a strong community of support.

Finding My Trail

This year, I’m committed to “finding” in every aspect of my life:

Professionally, I’ll push myself to find new ways to contribute my skills and knowledge, master new technologies and strategies, and embrace opportunities that align with my evolving goals. Personally, I’ll dedicate time for introspection and self-reflection, pursue hobbies and activities that spark joy and fulfillment, and prioritize my mental and physical well-being. Creatively, I’ll seek inspiration in unexpected places, experiment with new mediums and techniques, and push the boundaries of my imagination.

Why “Find”?

This year, “Find” is more than just a word; it’s an invitation to join me on a journey of self-discovery. It’s about embracing the unknown, pushing boundaries, and uncovering the hidden gems within ourselves and the world around us.

Want a symbol of this journey?

I’ve created a “Find Your Trail” sticker as a reminder to keep seeking, keep exploring, and keep discovering. If you’d like one, send your #oneword and why (plus your address) to laura@laurakspencer.com and I’ll gladly send a sticker your way. Let’s embrace the adventure of “finding” our way together.

What are you hoping to find this year? Share your thoughts and aspirations in the comments below!