Rise Up This July: Your Bucket List = Your Power List

Hey, Rise Up fam!

July is here, bringing sunshine, fireworks, and a reminder that we’re halfway through the year. It’s the perfect time to ask:

Are you living boldly—or just going through the motions?

One of the best ways to rise up and reclaim your power is by making (or revisiting) your bucket list.

But let’s be real: a bucket list isn’t just about wild adventures or big-ticket travel. It’s about declaring what lights you up—and taking action. It’s an act of self-empowerment.

Here’s why your bucket list = your power list:

✅ It gets real. Writing your dreams down makes them concrete.

✅ It pushes you forward. A list becomes a roadmap instead of a wish.

✅ It’s yours alone. Big or small, it’s all about what matters to you.

Challenge: Add Something to Your List Now!

This July, challenge yourself:

Add one thing to your list. Something that makes you feel alive.

Pick one and DO it. Even a tiny step counts.

Need inspo? Try:

Taking a solo day trip somewhere new.

Signing up for a class that scares (and excites) you.

Volunteering for a cause you care about.

Starting that creative project you keep putting off.

Empowerment isn’t just a feeling—it’s action. And your bucket list is a powerful place to start.

So, Rise Up crew:

What’s one thing you’re adding to your bucket list this summer? Drop it in the comments and let’s cheer each other on!

✨ Start Small
Pick just one thing and plan it for this week. Action = empowerment!

How to Dream Up Your Best Summer Bucket List

Ready to build your summer bucket list but not sure where to start? Here are some quick tips to help you dream big and keep it doable:

✨ Think Small and Big
It’s not all skydiving and cross-country trips. A bucket list can include simple joys—like trying a new ice cream flavor or watching the sunrise.

✨ Tap Into Your Senses
Ask yourself:

What do I want to see this summer?

What new things do I want to taste?

How do I want to feel? (Relaxed? Energized?)

✨ Look for Local Adventures
You don’t have to travel far. Check out:

Local hiking trails

Farmers markets

Free concerts in the park

Art exhibits

✨ Mix Solo and Social Goals
Include things you’d love to do alone and with people you care about. Both are important!

✨ Choose One Scary Thing
Pick one goal that feels a little outside your comfort zone. Growth happens there!

✨ Tie It to Your Values
Want to give back? Add a volunteering goal. Love learning? Try a new class.

✨ Keep It Visible
Write your list where you’ll see it daily—