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Because growth isn’t always loud — sometimes it’s just one quiet, honest word.
Write less. Connect more. Convert better.

You did it.
You made it through another year in business.

And not just any year — a year of:

·       Letting go of what didn’t feel aligned

·       Showing up in ways that felt softer

·       Learning how to hold strategy and soul at the same time

So before we race into a “bigger and better” 2026…
Let’s pause.

And ask the gentlest question I know:

If you had to sum up 2025 in one word, what would it be?

Not a goal. Not a metric. Not a KPI.
Just a word.

One that describes your energy, your growth, your rhythm, or your lessons.

When the year feels like a blur of launches, emails, breaks, and pivots…
Trying to recap it can feel overwhelming.

That’s why this practice is so powerful:

·       💡 It brings focus to what mattered most

·       🧘‍♀️ It helps your nervous system slow down

·       🔄 It reveals themes that show up again and again

·       ✍️ It’s easy to share (hello, inbox storytelling gold)

You don’t need a big spreadsheet or reflection journal.

You just need a single word.
And the willingness to look at it with honesty.

To help you get started, here are a few “One Word Recaps” from clients I’ve worked with this year:

“I stopped outsourcing my voice. I started saying no. I took back my energy.”

“I didn’t launch the big thing — but I tried 10 small ones, and I learned so much.”

“I didn’t send as many emails. But when I did, they meant more.”

“Behind the scenes, I created systems that no one saw — but they changed everything.”

“I stopped trying to be more. I started believing what I do is enough.”

Each of these words became a mirror.
A message.
A new mantra.

Want an easy way to connect, reflect, and write a beautiful email this week — even if your energy’s low?

Try sending your One Word Recap.

Here’s a structure that flows:

Subject Line: “2025, in one word.”

Body:

Hey [first name] —

Before we sprint into next year, I wanted to pause and reflect.

If I had to sum up this year — not in a strategy, but in a word — it would be this:

[Your word]

It taught me:

·       [Mini lesson 1]

·       [Mini lesson 2]

·       [What you’re carrying forward]

Sometimes we try to turn the year into content pillars and funnels.

But for me, this year was about something quieter.
Something deeper.
Something I’m proud of — even if it doesn’t show up on a stat sheet.

What about you?

If you had to choose one word to describe your year…
What would it be?

Hit reply. I’d love to know.

— [Your Name]

This kind of email is magnetic.
It builds intimacy.
It opens doors.

And it turns your brand from content machine into conversation leader.

Still not sure what your word is?

Try reflecting on these prompts:

·       What surprised you this year — in a good way?

·       What lesson kept repeating itself?

·       What shift did you make, even if it was subtle?

·       What’s one word you hope to feel more of in 2026?

·       What word would past-you be proud to hear?

Write freely. Let the word rise.
It always knows.

You can also use your One Word Recap to:

·       🎯 Set up a January launch or email plan (based on what you’re leaving behind)

·       💌 Invite your readers to share theirs (hello inbox engagement!)

·       🧰 Turn it into a blog, post, or podcast

·       🗂 Build a whole 2026 content theme around it

This isn’t just reflection.
It’s direction.

But don’t start there.
Start with care.

You don’t need a 7-day planning retreat.
You don’t need to download another workbook.
You don’t need to feel behind.

You just need:

·       A moment of stillness

·       A breath

·       And a word

That’s enough.

You’re enough.

Let your email say that.

With heart,
—Eli ✍️

“One word can tell the truth about a whole season.”

✅ You want to reflect without overworking
✅ You’re craving a grounded, gentle recap
✅ You’re building sustainable flow — one quiet moment at a time

Because growth isn’t always loud — sometimes it’s just one quiet, honest word.
Write less. Connect more. Convert better.

You did it.
You made it through another year in business.

And not just any year — a year of:

·       Letting go of what didn’t feel aligned

·       Showing up in ways that felt softer

·       Learning how to hold strategy and soul at the same time

So before we race into a “bigger and better” 2026…
Let’s pause.

And ask the gentlest question I know:

If you had to sum up 2025 in one word, what would it be?

Not a goal. Not a metric. Not a KPI.
Just a word.

One that describes your energy, your growth, your rhythm, or your lessons.

When the year feels like a blur of launches, emails, breaks, and pivots…
Trying to recap it can feel overwhelming.

That’s why this practice is so powerful:

·       💡 It brings focus to what mattered most

·       🧘‍♀️ It helps your nervous system slow down

·       🔄 It reveals themes that show up again and again

·       ✍️ It’s easy to share (hello, inbox storytelling gold)

You don’t need a big spreadsheet or reflection journal.

You just need a single word.
And the willingness to look at it with honesty.

To help you get started, here are a few “One Word Recaps” from clients I’ve worked with this year:

“I stopped outsourcing my voice. I started saying no. I took back my energy.”

“I didn’t launch the big thing — but I tried 10 small ones, and I learned so much.”

“I didn’t send as many emails. But when I did, they meant more.”

“Behind the scenes, I created systems that no one saw — but they changed everything.”

“I stopped trying to be more. I started believing what I do is enough.”

Each of these words became a mirror.
A message.
A new mantra.

Want an easy way to connect, reflect, and write a beautiful email this week — even if your energy’s low?

Try sending your One Word Recap.

Here’s a structure that flows:

Subject Line: “2025, in one word.”

Body:

Hey [first name] —

Before we sprint into next year, I wanted to pause and reflect.

If I had to sum up this year — not in a strategy, but in a word — it would be this:

[Your word]

It taught me:

·       [Mini lesson 1]

·       [Mini lesson 2]

·       [What you’re carrying forward]

Sometimes we try to turn the year into content pillars and funnels.

But for me, this year was about something quieter.
Something deeper.
Something I’m proud of — even if it doesn’t show up on a stat sheet.

What about you?

If you had to choose one word to describe your year…
What would it be?

Hit reply. I’d love to know.

— [Your Name]

This kind of email is magnetic.
It builds intimacy.
It opens doors.

And it turns your brand from content machine into conversation leader.

Still not sure what your word is?

Try reflecting on these prompts:

·       What surprised you this year — in a good way?

·       What lesson kept repeating itself?

·       What shift did you make, even if it was subtle?

·       What’s one word you hope to feel more of in 2026?

·       What word would past-you be proud to hear?

Write freely. Let the word rise.
It always knows.

You can also use your One Word Recap to:

·       🎯 Set up a January launch or email plan (based on what you’re leaving behind)

·       💌 Invite your readers to share theirs (hello inbox engagement!)

·       🧰 Turn it into a blog, post, or podcast

·       🗂 Build a whole 2026 content theme around it

This isn’t just reflection.
It’s direction.

But don’t start there.
Start with care.

You don’t need a 7-day planning retreat.
You don’t need to download another workbook.
You don’t need to feel behind.

You just need:

·       A moment of stillness

·       A breath

·       And a word

That’s enough.

You’re enough.

Let your email say that.

With heart,
—Eli ✍️

“One word can tell the truth about a whole season.”

✅ You want to reflect without overworking
✅ You’re craving a grounded, gentle recap
✅ You’re building sustainable flow — one quiet moment at a time

Creator & Founder,

Anthony Maynard

Frominboxtoincome.com

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