Learn, evolve, challenge yourself
Let’s see what you can do for yourself with little effort, time and even money, that can fulfill you as a person and give you the feeling that life deserves to be lived at the fullest.
105. Read an unusual book
Nobody truly agreed on the best books in the world, but you can get inspired HERE or HERE, and you can try reading books that don’t normally fall in your usual categories, try new authors and new genres. This also includes reading a banned book.
106. Organize a movie marathon with friends
Close all windows and doors, pop some corn and enjoy a movie selection either by genre, leading actor, theme or occasion.
107. Learn a foreign language
You may as well want to exercise it with somebody too, so you can pick one that is known at an international level. However, HERE is a list with all languages spoken by country, so pick one and make your brain curl some more.
108. Change something about you that you don’t like
There are thousands of pages written on how we can change something about us to develop ourselves, but you can start for instance with becoming more assertive. It can also include a radical hairdo change or the fashion style
109. Spoil yourself
This can include going to a spa, offer yourself a professional massage session, go to an exquisite restaurant, buy something really fancy and so on. If you count each of them separately, you can start your own Personal Treats Bucket List. And why not?
110. Volunteer for a cause
It doesn’t matter if you give a helping hand to hurricane survivors, rescue animals or teach poor third world countries children Math. All that matters is that doing something for others with no need for reciprocity will make you happier and more fulfilled than you thought.
111. Fall in love
We probably all have by now, but if you have the opportunity, fall again, it may be one of the best feelings humanity was blessed with.
112. Sleep under the stars
Have a quiet moment with yourself and the universe. You can actually take a few days off and comfortably settle in a forest or a beach.
113. Learn CPR
One day, you may save somebody’s life.
114. Throw a surprise party for a loved one
You don’t need a holiday or an event to surprise somebody you care for. Plan something out of the ordinary and build memories together!
115. Kiss your partner in the rain
Probably already have, but for those who need a romantic boost, this is one of the things to do at least once in a lifetime.
116. Sing at a Karaoke party
Too ashamed of your voice? The better! Summon up your courage, have a shame attack and do it. It will contribute to your personal development!
117. Revamp your place
Get wild and do a complete make-over on your place. We gave you in the past a lot of ideas, but you’re the king of your castle! Plan and execute, get engaged in DIY projects and decorate your house just as you dreamed of! HERE is a good start to get inspiration.
118. Create an art work
Write a poem, a book, a song, paint or make a photo collage! It’s a glorious feeling to be able to create something out of your own mind and soul.
119. Learn horseback riding
We could tell you to go to a beach somewhere at the end of the world and ride a horse at sunset. But first you’d need to ride a horse. Do it, it is an extraordinary experience! And after you learned, go horseback riding anywhere in the world!
120. Learn to play a song on an instrument
If you always wished to be that guy or gal who splay songs by the bonfire on a crystal clear night but you were just one of the fascinated listeners, add this to the list of things to do at least once in a lifetime. Play the guitar and then sleep under the stars, it will be one of those memories to hold you forever.
121. Make friends with a complete stranger
In the Facebook era, this isn’t even a challenge, but a daily routine, but brake the pattern and befriend a person in a street, in a bar or in any other public place you like to spend time in. You will learn a lot of things about yourself this way.
122. Go Trick or Treat
Yes, Halloween may be for the kids, but revive your childhood memories and dress up, while knocking on people’s doors. Their reactions will be priceless and who knows, you’ll probably have a thing or two to write on your personal blog.
123. Make an unforgettable public announcement
We suggested you a while ago some deliciously crazy ideas to announce your pregnancy as a new mom or couple, but you can repeat the experience by making a love statement, a marriage proposal, announcing a promotion or a life changing decision in a way you and your close ones will remember forever.
124. Go to a blind date
You may have heard horrific stories about such an extreme adventure, but you should try it at least once. Otherwise, your stories for your grandchildren will only begin with “Back in the day when I was doing nothing interesting really, I was…” Joke aside, a blind date can actually turn very wrong, so a little preparation won’t hurt you.
125. Become one with nature
Before going to some secluded place and so some crazy things there as we already listed, maybe it’s better to go camping first and test those survival and adventure skills. Take the tent, some supplies and a bunch of friends and explore the nearby surroundings and making memories that will last for a lifetime!
126. Cook something out of the ordinary
With all the incredible types of food and recipes out there, challenge yourself to cook something that is odd and delicious in the same time!
127. Capture a parkour expert on film
Some people would love to learn parkour themselves, but if this doesn’t strike your fancy, follow some great ones doing the impossible and defying the laws of physics.
128. Start your own business
Certainly one of the things to do once in a lifetime, not because somebody found the perfect plan on how to make easy money, but because every success and every failure will teach you something new and valuable about yourself or the world.
129. Act in a play on a stage
Amateur theater is something many people dream about. If you feel inclined to act on a stage or even to get selected for a side character in a movie, there are plenty of opportunities out there. HERE is a list of amateur theater companies to look over.
130. Shoot a road trip movie
Taking a cross country road trip with your friends is an awesome adventure and people always take photos in their holidays. But shooting a road trip movie is something none of you will forget any time soon.
131. Protest against something you really believe in
The voice of people is the voice of change, they say. So if you truly believe in something worth fighting for and you feel your voice can be heard, get off the couch and do it. It’s liberating to express your rights and your feelings.
132. Rescue an animal
Doing something for another soul that can’t save itself is a life changing experience.
133. Change your look radically once in a lifetime
Dye your hair, grow a beard, have a piercing or shave your head. Men and women everywhere state that a radical change of look in the direction that they wanted or felt it was good for them also made them feel free and having more self-esteem.
134. Make up your own victory dance
Move like you never moved before and celebrate your victory. And do it wherever you feel like! It may be a beach, the building’s roof, a stadium or in the middle of the street.
135. Find your happy theme song
Find a song that talks about something very special to you or it represents who you are and what you feel or is inspirational for you and play it every time you need to cheer up, feel more confident or to be set in the mood for victory. Then you can do your victory dance!
136. Write a letter to the old you
Tell the old version of you who you are, what you dream of, what you accomplished so far, what you aim to accomplish and what you think the future will be like. Save it somewhere safe for you to read at an older age for a drop of nostalgia or even a wake – up call.
137. Get a pic with your favorite star!
See your favorite artist / bands perform live in a concert, get autographs from people you admire, even if they write books or making shows are among the things to do once in a lifetime. But taking a pic with someone you admire will stay with you forever. And think about it: you can tell them how much you admire them!
138. Be a part of a Free Hugs movement
A hug in need is a hug indeed, so to speak, so why not doing something for yourself or the others? HERE you can find out more about the free hugs campaign!
139. Learn poker and win by bluffing
Poker has a darker tone to it, as it’s associated with gambling and mob bounty hunters, but it’s nice to have a poker night with friends and play so well you can cheat once or twice by bluffing. Especially if you’re not a good bluffer.
140. Donate blood
It will make you feel a bit dizzy, but it will also contribute to the health of your fellow men. Especially if you have a rare blood type, your donation can save a person’s life.
141. Make love…
In that place you always wished for in your secret dreams but never told anyone or didn’t have the courage to share with your partner. Be it a beach, a floor in some room or whatever fantasy you have, do it, at least once in a lifetime.
142. Achieve a sport / athletics record
Be it running a marathon, a race, pullups, pushups or achieving a slam dunk, getting a Karate black belt, if you are the sporty type (and some are), challenging your own capabilities and achieving your own goals and records is rewarding and satisfying beyond belief.
143. Visit all (or the best) museums in your city in a day!
Some people already saw all he museums in their city, others just the ones they were interested in. A museum tour of a day is something enriching and cultural and you might be surprised how many new things you could learn even in those museums that don’t appeal much to you.
144. Start a collection
Some people gather around funny collections, others fill in their shelves with the works of their favorite author. From beer caps to T-shirt, you can start a collection of the most crazy objects out there that you are attracted to the most. Who knows, maybe you’ll get famous some day!
145. Couch surf in a nearby city
Couch surfing became more and more one of the most popular ways to get accommodation when traveling. Others are reluctant and afraid of whomever will greet them in their homes, as the movie Hostel didn’t leave us completely indifferent to what might happen. But if you get the right recommendations and want to experience, trying couch surfing when you travel nearby may be opening a new world of possibilities.
146. Learn how to play Chess
The champion of all games and of all brains. Playing chess and winning is a hard road to travel, but in the end, the glory shall be yours!
147. Swap things
Instead of throwing useless things away, you can swap things and get some you really want or need. From works of art to furniture, jewelry, clothing and a large variety of other categories, swap markets are more and more becoming a part of our culture with their own online presence, forums and specialized websites.
148. DJ at a party
How many times have we been in clubs or attended parties and thought that if the DJ played better music, everybody present would have more fun? Get to be the DJ to a party, an event or as a guest in a club and you put the music to make everybody dance under your magic!
149. Get a professional photo or painting of you
Always felt like you wanted to pose for art before? With today’s tech in photography and the artists so skilled, you can capture forever an emotion, an attitude or your entire looks and beauty on film or canvas. And have something to show your kids or grand kids. The latter will probably consider them archaic vestiges from a past world considering the speed technology expands right now.
150. Plant a tree
Make this world a better place, even if by planting one tree. Show the planet you care and your future children that you wanted them to love in a greener environment.
151. Have a midnight picnic
If nobody will arrest you for setting up a picnic in a park at night, take your loved one or your friends, blankets, good food and candles and do something a bit of the ordinary. You can also do it on a building’s roof or some special empty place that appeals to you.
152. Sit on a jury
Sometimes jury duty can be boring, but sometimes, if you really get to sit on an important case, you can see, hear and feel everything that happens in a court room and you always wanted to see if it is like in the law movies and TV series you love so much.
153. Sing in the rain. Dance if you dare!
Well doing a victory dance and playing some music is one thing. But singing and / or dancing in the rain is an experience of a lifetime. Especially if it is a warm summer rain and you’re happy for some reason!
154. Get to be the next Houdini
Learn how to make magic tricks and perform them at parties and social gatherings. Do them well and get a fame for the next best entertainer. Everybody loves magic tricks and if you have kids, there you have another reason to start.
155. Experience a Yoga retreat
If you were always interested in Yoga, its core philosophy and its principles and results, a yoga retreat might be exactly what you’re looking for. HERE is a list with the best Yoga retreats in the world where you can start your search.
Sammy says
I would say that is a list full of surprises. Who does not want to live his life without regrets? Too bad that we are stopped, usually by many things like money, family and sometimes even by ourselves and our own conceptions.