Nine To Noon Why Sally Millington's doing 52 new things each year
Oct 30, 2025
Sally Millington, a British adventurer and creator of Challenge 52, shares her inspiring journey of tackling 52 new experiences each year. From the euphoria sparked by a climbing gym voucher to discovering the liberating joy of dance, Sally discusses the transformative power of stepping outside your comfort zone. She offers examples of simple first-time activities, addresses the fear of looking silly, and highlights the importance of embracing mistakes. With memorable tales of canoeing and cliff camping, Sally encourages everyone to try something new!
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Small Win Triggered A Big Habit
- A single moment of accomplishment can spark a sustained habit of seeking new experiences.
- Sally turned one climbing voucher into a seven-year practice of trying 52 new things per year.
Turn 'One Day' Into 'This Week'
- Stop postponing "one day" plans and schedule them now to create accountability.
- Treat a weekly target as permission to say yes and prioritise new experiences.
Overcome Secondhand Opinions
- Adults avoid new things because they fear looking foolish and absorb others' opinions.
- Embracing mistakes reframes failure as storytelling fuel and normal learning.