HOW TO START A BUCKET LIST!

WHAT IS A BUCKET LIST?

A list of things you want to do before you “kick the bucket”

Let me tell you a little secret, 10+ years ago I used to have a bucket list blog named "The Bucket List Girl" and it was my pride and joy. I focused on helping others understand that you don't have to be "rich or dying" to start a bucket list. You can find more about what happened to that blog this old blog post named once a blogger... But as I'm sitting down to write this post I can't help but feel a little nostalgic about writing on such a subject that I used live and breathe. So as you look at these tips I'm about to share today, I hope that you truly take the time to sit down and start a bucket list for yourself. No matter how old you are are, or what your financial situation is because writing things out will really help you get closer to that goal!

5 QUICK TIPS ON HOW TO GET STARTED:

1. Look online for inspiration. Google search: “Bucket list ideas” You will stumble upon the most beautiful pictures from all over the World.
2. Watch the movie “The Bucket list” (even though they were old and about to kick the bucket you should still get an idea of what a bucket list is)
3. Buy a notepad or a journal that you can write down ideas on. You can also use apps on your phone. For example “notes” and create a “my Bucket List” list.
4. Start a Pinterest board. What that is going to do is, you are now going to have a visual for your inspiration. If you want to go more in-depth you can create a Travel Bucket list board or a Food Bucket list to name a few. I have a few categories I have created for myself self such as Couples Bucket list, Travel Bucket list, Fall + Winter Bucket List & Summer Bucket List.
5. The reason I say “Bucket Lists” is that I think you should have more the one Bucket List. 

WHY SHOULD I HAVE A BUCKET LIST?

As an avid bucket lister, I get asked this question a lot. My answer to you is: WHY NOT? I truly believe that it is a great idea to have a list of your goals, ideas, and things you would like to accomplish while alive. You don't have to be old, rich, or sick to start one! Start now! Start one Today! Think about all of the new adventures and opportunities... for example going on a hot air balloon ride, or participating in a Utah version of Cupcake Wars.

BUT REALLY, HOW DO I GET STARTED?

1. Here is how simple this process should be for you:
2. Grab a pen & Paper
3. Number it from 1-10 (small steps)
4. Start with 1 or 2 goals that you would like to accomplish
5. Hang your paper somewhere in your house that you walk by often. Then Forget about it for a day… (I put it on my Fridge)
6. As you go thru your day, Ideas are just going to come to your mind at the most unexpected moments… Trust Me it Works! That’s when you grab your list and start writing your ideas down.
7. The sky is the limit! You can start with the basic and easy goals, then move on to Dreams & Wishes.
8. I have a notebook that I carry around with me everywhere I go! I also use my calendar on my phone to schedule things. Google & Pinterest are my resources!
9. inspiration is everywhere! The other day I was out on a drive and saw a couple of homeless people on the side of the road. that inspired me to add “Help out at a Homeless shelter” & ” Food Drive” to my Summer Bucket List.

My ever-evolving Bucket List:

Travel:

1. Tour Europe + Eat all the food!
2. Visit family in Canada
3. Go back to Brazil stay at Fernando De Noronha
4. Visit Asia and adopt a Panda
5. Go to New Zealand
6. Visit Australia & Pet Kangaroos
7. Go to Amsterdam
8. Stay at those awesome Bora Bora resorts
9. Egypt & Pet camels
10. Visit all USA states & National Parks
11. Plan couples retreat somewhere amazing!
12. Visit all 7 Wonders of the World!
13. Travel to Ireland + Go bar hopping
14. Peru - Machu Picchu
15. Niagra Falls
16. Hot Air Balloon
17. Swim with dolphins
18. Helicopter Ride
19. Go camping more often
20. Stay in more Unique Airbnbs

Entertainment

1. Harry Potter World
2. Disney World
3. Alcatraz
4. Go scuba diving in Catalina
5. Carsland & Lego Land
6. New York for New Years
7. Hollywood Tourist for a day
8. Watch a performance at the Grand Ole Opry
9. Attend a red carpet event (Outside of Utah)
10. Participate in a game show
11. Be an extra in a movie
12. Have a famous guest on my podcast
13. Attend more concerts
14. Guest speak at a conference
15. Attend more than 1 blogging conference a year
16. Eat at Hells Kitchen
17. Visit Buddy's original cake shop
18. Learn how to speak Italian fluently
19. Catalina Wine Mixer
20. Flash Mob
21. Eat a 5-course meal in a Yurt
22. Play an instrument
23. Go to a Broadway show
24. Masquerade ball
25. Attend the Olympics

Life Goals

1. Marry the man of my dreams
2. Have beautiful children
3. Finish College
4. Get a big girl job
5. Build Dream Home
6. Become Debt Free!
7. Donate to different charities on a monthly basis
8. Volunteer for a good cause
9. Truly enjoy the Military lifestyle
10. Bakery Business
11. Fitness Wear Line - 2021
12. Blogging Full-Time - 2020
13. Live a fulfilling life with no regrets
14. Buy Stocks
15. Add more money to my 401k
16. Develop an app
17. Work on my secret business project
18. Give the gift of life
19. Create an affiliate program for my business
20. Live every day like is my last

FOOD

List of desserts I would like to master:

1. Macaroons
2. Macarons
3. Três Leches cake
4. Cinnamon rolls
5. Homemade bread
6. Apple pie
7. Mini fruit tarts
8. Tiramisu
9. Cannoli
10. Pecan Pie
11. Pineapple Upside-down cake
12. Banana Crumb Cake
13. Lemon Tart
14. No-Knead Dessert Bread
15. Beignet
16. Praline
17. Belgian Waffles
18. Chocolate Souffle
19. Creme Brule
20. All of Disney's Desserts!

List of dishes I would like to master:

1. Beef Wellington
2. Jambalaya
3. Gumbo
4. Crawfish Etouffee
5. Corned beef
6. Manhattan Clam Chowder
7. New York Style Pizza
8. Oysters
9. Chicken and Waffles
10. California Style Pizza
11. Fish and Chips
12. Chicago Style Pizza
13. Kalua Pork
14. Spam Musubi
15. Sheperd's Pie
16. Pao de Queijo
17. Feijoada
18. Texas Barbecue
19. Poutine
20. Yellow Pea Soup
21. Sushi
22. Dim Sum 
23. Spring Rolls
24. All the versions of Curry
25. Posole

A mix of Things:

1. Upgrade my DSLR Camera
2. Upgrade Laptops
3. Buy an overhead tripod
4. Invest in backdrops
5. My own stationery line
6. DIY more home projects
7. Build a podcast studio in my future home
8. Backyard Homestead - chickens, goats, garden
9. Brazilian Cookbook 2nd edition
10. Start a new family tradition
11. Get a tattoo
12. Go to Mardi Gras
13. Break a Guinness World record
14. Start a Charity organization
15. Create an epic movie/game room
16. Have more "ME" days
17. Focus on both youtube channels 
18. Make 100k in revenue from blogging
19. Fly first class
20. Add new things to my bucket list every month!

What do you think? Are you motivated to start your very own bucket list? I hope that you have found this post resourceful and one that you'll keep coming back in the future to help you complete your bucket list. I personally have several bucket lists but the one I shared above is the most recent one. Here are a few FREE bucket list printables I created for you to download and get started on this journey: 

What are you waiting for? Go ahead and get started on your Bucket List Journey!