Each new year, two of my cyber-mentors challenge teachers to find their One Little Word (OLW). The OLW is one word that will represent, or symbolize, the year ahead. The word should be personal and thoughtful. My mentors spend weeks thinking about their OLW, making sure they select a word that will really guide them through the year ahead, keeping them focused and giving clarity to their lives.
I have thought a great deal about my OLW. For 2012, I selected "honor" as my One Little Word. I selected "honor" because I want to spend more time honoring what is important to me and others. I need this word to remind me to honor the differences and talents of my peers. Honor also reminds me to honor the time for my family and not waste on unimportant habits. Honor can apply to my life in so many ways - through friends, work, my students, my family, and myself. I will use this word to guide me through the days of 2012.
What is your One Little Word? How does this word apply to your life? How can you use your OLW to guide your year? Comment to this post with your OLW, and examples of how you can use your OLW this year. Here is a list of possible words to help you.
