As someone who loves 

goal-setting , I have lists and lists of things to do,

places to visit and movies to watch. About a year ago,  I even shared my
bucket list   with you  and, funny enough, it is actually one of my most
popular blog posts every month. Looking back at it, I feel quite
frustrated with myself because, one year later, I didn’t achieve a single goal
on that list. And yes, I know. A bucket list is supposed to be a list of things
you hope to achieve in your lifetime (not in just a year) but I can’t help but
feel a bit overwhelmed while looking at all the things I haven’t done.
While bucket lists exist to inspire you to take action and make the most of
your time on earth, it can often make you feel like you haven’t done
enough. We live in a world where we’re constantly pushed to do more, to be
more. Setting goals can help you move forward, but it’s also important to
not lose sight of all the things you’ve achieved so far.

Wh at Is A Reverse Bu ck et Lis t?
That’s when I came across the concept of a reverse bucket list. Now you
might be wondering, what’s a reverse bucket list? Instead of writing
down what you hope to achieve in your lifetime, you write down things
you’ve accomplished so far.
Why You Sh ou ld Write A Revers e Bu ck et List

Gratitud e
Writing a reverse bucket list is an exercise in gratitude.  Gratitude is about
taking time from your busy life to appreciate what you have. When you take
the time to count your blessings, you realize that your life is actually pretty
amazing and full of things to be grateful for.
A reverse bucket list is an act of gratitude. It means you’re taking the time
to be thankful for everything you have accomplished so far.

Progress
Is there a better feeling than checking off a task on your to-do list? Getting
something done makes you feel productive and accomplished. It sends the
message to yourself and others that you are making progress.
That’s how writing a reverse bucket list can make you feel. Rather than
feeling overwhelmed with a bucket list of things you haven’t yet achieved,
you have now a list of things and  experiences you are proud of. This will
then give you a boost of self-esteem and motivation to keep moving
forward.
My Revers e Bucket List
 I went to London alone, overcoming my fear of traveling solo to a new
country.
 I lived away from home during the four years I was at university.
 I completed my degree in Journalism.
 I visited five countries with my parents.
 I rode a horse in Brazil and a camel in Morocco.
 I saved up for months and bought my first DSLR camera.
 I saw James Bay live in concert with my best friend.
 I maintained friendships since primary school.
 I got my driver’s license and overcame my fear of driving.