Bucket List Dreams
As the new year unfolds, there’s no better time to reflect on your dreams and start planning your next big adventure. For so many women, the idea of tackling a bucket list can feel overwhelming or even indulgent. But here’s the truth: your dreams matter. Whether it’s traveling to a faraway destination, learning a new skill, or stepping out of your comfort zone, it’s time to embrace the thrill of new adventures.
A bucket list isn’t just about checking things off for the sake of it. It’s about growth, joy, and living with intention. Tackling new adventures allows you to: challenge yourself, create memories, reconnect with your passions and expand your horizons.
So how do you go from dreaming to doing? Here’s a simple guide to help you turn those aspirations into reality:
1. Start With Reflection
Ask yourself: What lights me up? What have I always wanted to do but never dared to try? Write these down without judgment. It could be as big as hiking the Grand Canyon or as simple as taking a pottery class.
2. Set Intentions
Choose one or two things that resonate the most with you. Don’t overwhelm yourself by trying to tackle everything at once. Remember, progress is the goal.
Once you’ve picked an adventure, break it into actionable steps. For example, if your dream is to travel abroad, start by:
Researching destinations.
Setting a budget.
Blocking off time in your calendar.
If your goal is to learn a skill, find classes, sign up, and set aside time for practice.
4. Accountability and Support
Share your dreams with a trusted friend, loved one, or community. They can cheer you on and even join you in your adventure! There’s power in collective excitement.
5. Celebrate Every Milestone
Each step forward is worth celebrating, whether it’s saving for your dream trip, booking that first class, or simply saying “yes” to a new opportunity.
This year, one item on my bucket list is to find and sign up for a painting class. In my twenties, I regularly attended painting classes. Although I wasn’t the best artist in the room, it was fun, creative, and brought me so much joy.
Many of us spend so much time putting others first: our families, our careers, our communities. But your dreams are just as important. Pursuing them is not selfish; it’s essential. When you prioritize joy and growth, it ripples out to everyone around you.
This is your year to shine, to dream, and to go after what makes your heart sing. Whether it’s big or small, every step you take toward your bucket list dream is a step toward becoming the fullest, most radiant version of yourself. So, what’s on your bucket list? Make 2025 the year you embrace new adventures and rewrite your story. Here’s to living boldly and beautifully, one adventure at a time! I’m cheering you on!
XO Sheryl
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