Episode 38: Word of the Year Workshop

Episode: 38: Crafting Your Year - Word of the Year Workshop

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Key Highlights:

Introduction: Greg introduces Episode 38 and the ongoing theme of selecting a Word of the Year.
Workshop Introduction: Alessandra highlights the intimacy of the Creative Work Hour community and introduces Kara, a founding member and PhD holder in the creative and academic fields.
Kara's Workshop: Kara leads a workshop on choosing a guiding word or theme for the year. She emphasizes that the word can be a single term, a phrase, or a broader theme.
Mind Mapping Exercise: Participants engage in a mind mapping exercise to explore their chosen words. Arrows from the central word lead to questions, relationships, actions, and supporting words.
Participant Contributions:
- Alessandra chooses "synchronous" and explores its implications for collaboration.
- Devin selects "suffering" with a focus on relieving it, particularly in relation to a supported school in India.
- Nate discusses "play" as a constant theme in various aspects of life.
- Greg shares his word "searching" related to trying new things.
Action Planning: Kara introduces ideas for turning words into action, including creating lists, habits, and using sensory experiences to reinforce goals.
Reflections: Participants reflect on their experiences and the value of group exercises in fostering creativity and personal growth.
Closing Remarks: Greg wraps up the episode, inviting listeners to share their thoughts and progress on their chosen words.

Crew Members Present:

Additional Resources:

Mention of Gretchen Rubin's book "Life in Five Senses."
Reference to the Harvard study on strategic life areas available in the show notes.

Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own words and themes for the year and share feedback with the Creative Work Hour community.

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