🌿 Mid-Year Reflection: Embracing My Word of the Year

Pivot

Six months ago, I chose a word that I had no idea would carry such weight in my life: pivot.

At the time, I didn’t fully understand why I was drawn to it. I just felt a nudge, a quiet whisper in my spirit telling me that something was shifting. I knew I needed to stay open, flexible, and ready for change. Pivot felt active. Present. It spoke to movement, resilience, and grace under pressure.

Now, here we are in June, halfway through the year and that word has proven to be not just relevant, but prophetic.

Why I Chose Pivot

When I picked my word for 2025, I was standing in a hallway of uncertainty. I knew I no longer felt aligned with certain routines, relationships, and responsibilities, but I hadn’t quite figured out what the next chapter looked like. What I did know was that I didn’t want to keep forcing myself into spaces that felt too tight, too dull, or too draining.

Pivot gave me permission to shift.

It didn’t mean quitting everything or throwing caution to the wind. It meant course correcting — honoring the nudges and learning how to turn without collapsing. It reminded me that change doesn’t have to be dramatic to be powerful. Sometimes, all it takes is a small adjustment to see a completely different horizon.

The Moments That Defined My Pivot

So far this year, I’ve had to pivot in more ways than I imagined. Career-wise, I faced a major transition that forced me to evaluate my values and priorities. I found myself in a position where staying would mean sacrificing my peace, but leaving would mean stepping into the unknown. In the past, fear might’ve kept me stuck. But this time, I remembered my word.

I pivoted.

I didn’t run. I didn’t react in haste. I pivoted…….. intentionally, thoughtfully, prayerfully.

In my personal life, I’ve had to pivot from doing things out of obligation to choosing what actually fills me up. Whether it’s saying no to draining social engagements, revisiting old dreams, or simply listening to my body when it says “rest,” these pivots have helped me reclaim energy and joy.

Even in my spiritual life, I’ve felt a pivot — not away from faith, but into deeper trust. Less control, more surrender. Less striving, more stillness.

Challenges & Growth

Pivoting sounds graceful in theory, but in practice, it can feel like stumbling in the dark. There were moments I questioned myself, wondering if I was giving up too soon or being too sensitive. But over time, I’ve come to realize that pivoting is not weakness — it’s wisdom.

It’s brave to admit when something no longer serves you. It’s bold to shift direction when the world tells you to stay in your lane. Through this process, I’ve learned to trust my inner compass and lean into God’s guidance more than ever before.

One of the biggest lessons so far is this: you don’t have to wait for a breakdown to make a breakthrough. You can pivot before the crash. You can move because your peace tells you to, not because a storm forces you to.

Looking Ahead

As I move into the second half of 2025, I’m continuing to carry pivot as both a mindset and a method. I’m asking myself: What areas still need realignment? Where have I been hesitating to shift because of fear or comfort?

I’m giving myself permission to change again, and again, if needed.

That might mean redefining my goals, exploring new creative projects, setting stronger boundaries, or simply giving myself more grace. Whatever it looks like, I want every pivot to be guided by purpose, not pressure.

What About You?

If you chose a word of the year, now is the perfect time to revisit it. Ask yourself:

• How has this word shown up in your life?
• Are you resisting its message or leaning into it?
• What small (or big) pivots might help you feel more aligned right now?

I’d love to hear about your word of the year and how your journey is unfolding. Drop it in the comments or email me directly. Let’s reflect and grow together.

Here’s to the pivots that protect our peace and unlock our purpose. 🌿

Until next time,

Alicia White