Our intention creates our reality.
Wayne Dyer
From the first day of school, Learners set goals. Every day begins writing the 3 SMART goals they want to accomplish. Each new session starts with reflecting on what was previously accomplished and where they want to focus their efforts now. In Winter Journey Reviews, Learners look ahead and think of what they want to achieve in the second half of the academic year, while also articulating how families and guides can support them in those goals. This January, Learners had the opportunity to set a different kind of goal known as a One Word Resolution.
The idea behind a One Word Resolution is that unlike other goals we set, you select a word that captures the mindset you hope to adopt. By reflecting on your values, intentions, and hopes for the new year you can create a compass for yourself to direct your actions. Ali Edwards is one of the people credited with starting this shift in resolutions. She explains the concept as: “celebrating progress rather than perfection … and the power of coming back again and again to your original intentions as a means of reflection and forward movement.” How beautifully this practice compliments our school’s values. Offering another opportunity for learners to exhibit the traits associated with the TVS Profile of a Learner, particularly goal setting, reflecting, and purpose. This is a tradition I have participated in with my own family and I was excited to share with Discovery. It might just be one word, but it can be incredibly powerful. As Joseph Murphy put it, “whatever you give attention to will grow, magnify, and multiply in your experience.”
My word was persistence because I want to never give up and keep trying. It's important to me because I want to get a lot of work done. It's inspiring me to get on track.
My word is Joy because my name means Joy. I also chose it because I want to keep joy when I do fun activities.
My word is mindful. This word is important because you can't just care about yourself. I chose it because I felt like I needed to be more mindful. I have done it a lot but I can do it even more throughout the year.
My word was determination and this word is important because I always try to be determined with my work and other things. I chose this because I feel like I have not really felt determined.
My word was focused and It was important to me because it will help me focus. I chose it because it will probably help me.
My one-word resolution for 2024 is organized and creative because I could not pick. These two words are important to me because I think I am already good at them and I want to try to do better! I chose it because I like being organized and creative!
My one was organized. It is very helpful because I am much more organized and I can keep better track of everything.
My one words resolution is positive! It gives me motivation! It is a happy word!
My one word resolution for 2024 was to be creative. This word is important to me because I think it is the key thing to finding out what you want to learn. My word has not inspired me yet but I'm sure it will soon!
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