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It has been a trend in recent years, among those in pursuit of self-improvement, to choose a theme word to focus on for the year. Examples I’ve seen include: risk, freedom, courage, thrive, strength and health. There are a multitude of books, websites and “projects” based around the concept of adopting one word to focus on throughout the year.

While I have given the idea some consideration, I’ve never gone so far as to pick a word for myself. (As a lover of words choosing one would be near impossible!) However, in returning to my position as editor of The Times, the new publisher, s...