I got this idea from Gretchen Rubin. Last year I did her \u201c25 in \u201925\u201d challenge<\/a>, and even though I didn\u2019t complete every single item, I finished about 14 of them\u2014which is far more than I would have done without having a list to guide me.<\/p>\n\n\n This year I\u2019ve made my own 26 in <\/strong>\u2019<\/strong>26 chart<\/strong>, and I keep it where I can see it every day. I actually look at it when I\u2019m planning my week\u2014it helps me choose how I want to spend my time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And guess what? I\u2019ve already crossed one thing off! Restarting my email letters was on my list, and I did that the very first week of January. That little \u201cX\u201d across the box felt so good!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The beauty of this kind of list is that you can fill it with anything that matters to you. Big or small. Practical or playful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some ideas might be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The sky really is the limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I like this way of setting goals because each little square holds something meaningful to me \u2014 something that will make me feel good when I finish it. And there\u2019s something so satisfying about crossing a square off when it\u2019s done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I also grouped my list into a few simple categories this year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then I added one more row called \u201cExtras,\u201d because things like joining a choir, installing my master bedroom design, and playing in a pickleball tournament didn\u2019t quite fit anywhere else \u2014 but they mattered to me, so I wanted them on my list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You might enjoy organizing your list in a similar way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important part of all this is simply choosing something. Don\u2019t stay stuck wondering which direction to go. Give yourself permission to decide. If you complete every item, wonderful. If you don\u2019t, that\u2019s okay too. It\u2019s all part of your beautiful journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019d like to learn more about this idea, I highly recommend Gretchen Rubin\u2019s work \u2014 she has wonderful encouragement around habits, goals, and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I hope this inspires you to dream just a little bit and make room for more things that bring you joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n P.S.<\/strong> One of the things on my own 26 in \u201926 list is starting a monthly <\/strong>\u201c<\/strong>Pop of Joy Art Club.\u201d<\/strong> For just $9 a month, you\u2019ll receive an original piece of art from me. I\u2019m keeping it affordable because I believe everyone deserves to enjoy original art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If that sounds fun to you, just email me at christy@christylargent.com and I\u2019ll add you to my early launch list so you\u2019ll be the first to know when it opens. And who knows\u2014there may even be a few extra goodies along the way too. \ud83d\udc95<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please read these foundational posts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Best Life Dream Story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Best-Life Definition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Christy Largent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Christy Largent<\/strong> is a motivational speaker, painter, and joy enthusiast based in Texas. After decades as an interior designer and professional speaker, she\u2019s now inspiring women everywhere to embrace their Empty Nest years as a fresh season of discovery. Through her art, writing, and storytelling, Christy encourages others to live with purpose, laughter, and faith\u2014because joy truly is made visible.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Follow her at ChristyLargent.com<\/a> or on Instagram @ChristyLargent<\/a> for a daily dose of color, creativity, and encouragement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The most important part of all this is simply choosing something. 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