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1922: A New Look at Bucket Lists by Ellen Burgan of If it Brings You Joy on Life's Possibilities and Core Values

Oct 9, 2023

10:47

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Ellen Burgan, a midlife woman who loves fun and relaxation, discusses the positive aspects of bucket lists and suggests alternative terms like 'possibilities list' or 'joy list'. She explores the impact of travel destinations, the changing desires and priorities of people, and the need to embrace change by regularly revisiting and adjusting bucket lists.

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Instead of a traditional bucket list, create a possibilities list focused on living and seizing unexpected opportunities.

The global pandemic has prompted a reevaluation of priorities, with a renewed focus on personal growth and meaningful connections.

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A New Perspective: Possibilities List Instead of Bucket List

The podcast explores a new perspective on bucket lists presented by Ellen Bergen. Instead of a traditional bucket list, Bergen suggests creating a possibilities list, which focuses on living rather than feeling rushed to accomplish things before dying. A possibilities list allows for open-mindedness and seizing unexpected opportunities. Travel destinations often feature prominently on possibilities lists and can bring excitement and anticipation throughout the planning and experiencing stages.

Introduction

2min

Exploring Travel Destinations and a Bucket List Alternative

2min

Changing Desires, Renewed Priorities, and the Importance of Connection

2min

A New Look at Bucket Lists and Embracing Change

3min

Ellen Burgan discusses bucket lists from a different angle.

Episode 1922: A New Look at Bucket Lists by Ellen Burgan of If it Brings You Joy on Life's Possibilities and Core Values

Ellen Burgan is a midlife woman who loves to have fun, yet has a big appreciation for the art of relaxation. She prefers to live spontaneously and go where the wind blows. If It Brings You Joy is a blog that inspires ideas to make life a little better for yourself and others. Ellen has a passion for bringing joy to her life and share her ideas with you.

The original post is located here: https://ifitbringsyoujoy.com/bucket-lists/

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