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Melissa Steele-Steeber
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Sep 29, 2022
Mark Twain once said, “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do.”
Life is too short to miss out on unique experiences and great accomplishments, and creating a bucket list can help you live out those aspirations. So, what are your dreams and goals in life?
Swim with dolphins? Climb Mount Everest? Skydive? Whatever it may be, it’s important to take the time to compile a list.
If you ever find yourself struggling to accomplish any of the goals you set out to do on your list, allow us to help. Continue reading for six simple steps to creating and conquering a bucket list that mirrors your life goals.
Everyone’s bucket list is going to look different—we all have our own dreams and goals. Sometimes there’s so much we’d like to accomplish in life that it can be difficult knowing where to start when putting together a personal list. As you begin brainstorming, consider the following tips:
Once you’ve created a bucket list, take time to prioritize the tasks you included. This will help you evaluate how feasible your goals are, how important they are to you and how you plan to accomplish them. Start by asking yourself the following questions:
Remember, it’s important to choose goals that are meaningful to you. By asking yourself these questions, you can get a better understanding of what you hope to accomplish and how you can make it happen.
Does the list of items on your bucket list have a common theme? For many, travel is often a large portion of their list. If you can, combine that love of travel with another item on your list. For example, if you’ve always wanted to scuba dive, find places that allow you to scuba dive while fulfilling your dreams of traveling the world. Other common themes could include:
As you set out to accomplish each of these tasks, set a time frame by when you hope to achieve them. Finding ways to break down your list into smaller segments, such as short-term and long-term goals, will help you prioritize and feel accomplished.
Plus, implementing a specific timeline allows you to focus on certain goals during specific months in the year. Other ways to break down your list include:
To hold yourself accountable, try taping your top three goals for the month to the bathroom mirror or fridge. Seeing this list on a daily basis will help you keep it top of mind.
One way to increase your odds of success is by sharing your bucket list. Record your list online at BeRemembered.com—it’s free to use! Or, share your list with friends and family, and maybe even ask them for inspiration. You may be surprised to find out that others have similar goals on their lists that you can cross off together.
Your bucket list is not a static document—it is a living, breathing document that will evolve and change as you grow older. As life goes on, set aside time to sit down and review your list. Ask yourself:
While updating your list, remember that it’s okay if you aren’t able to achieve everything. Some things will be easier to achieve than others, but it doesn’t mean they’re less important. Be realistic with yourself, and most importantly—have fun!
A bucket list is designed to reflect your own personal goals. Another way you can define your future is by thinking of your final arrangements. How do you want to be remembered? Start thinking about it by taking our Online Final Wishes assessment.
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