My word for 2016 is: autonomy.
au·ton·o·my
ôˈtänəmē/
noun
noun: autonomy
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(of a country or region) the right or condition of self-government, especially in a particular sphere.“Tatarstan demanded greater autonomy within the Russian Federation”
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a self-governing country or region.plural noun: autonomies
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freedom from external control or influence; independence.“economic autonomy is still a long way off for many women”
synonyms: self-government, self-rule, home rule, self-determination, independence, sovereignty, freedom “the rebels called for regional autonomy and self-government” -
(in Kantian moral philosophy) the capacity of an agent to act in accordance with objective morality rather than under the influence of desires.
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early 17th century: from Greek autonomia, from autonomos ‘having its own laws,’ from autos ‘self’ + nomos ‘law.’
So what does that mean for me? Well… I made a little video to explain it more:
I hope 2016 brings you more power over YOU! Please share your word for the upcoming year in the comments. I can’t wait to follow your journey back!
Lots of love and a very happy holiday,
I just wnat to ahve a good year in 2016. I want my boys to continue to grow & learn and most importantly for them to be healthy and happy!
Love that! Happy New Year to you!
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I LOVE that this is your word!
I think my word for 2016 will be a phrase:
I Can
I need to stop doubting my abilities and just believe in me.
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YOU CAN!
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My word is something along the lines of worry-free. I need to worry less and live more.
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This is SO your year!
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I’m not sure what my word is yet, or whether I want to have one. I like your take-charge word though!
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Thank you!
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Happy new year to you! I think my word for 2016 will be HOPE
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Love that!
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