Chris Brogan pro­poses three words to define your out­look for a year. Instead of a res­o­lu­tion, these three words can frame the inten­tion for a year and not pro­vid­ing a pre­scrip­tive goal.

Keeping with the alpha­bet theme of the moment, I’ve found three words that describe the year that I would like to have.

Attend–This year I will be present and pay atten­tion to the things that mat­ter. It means that I will tend to the things that need doing every­day to work towards that goals I’ve set for myself. It also means I’ll show up at the gym, at net­work­ing events, and for social functions.

Breakthrough–I’ve spent the last few years untan­gling, learn­ing things, and learn­ing about myself. This is the year I’ll fig­ure out how to be in busi­ness for myself finally. The prepa­ra­tions are nearly com­plete and it is time to get going already. It’s time for the train­ing wheels to come off.

Cavort–This silly word means to frolic and dance. It comes from a lucky coin given to me by a friend. This year is about lively, bois­ter­ous fun…with oth­ers. This year I won’t be doing it alone. Perhaps I’ll wear more pink. Join me in the play.

Attend * Breakthrough * Cavort