Spring Bucket List- it’s time to start! As usual, I was checking the weather on my Alexa app today when I heard the mynas chirping on my balcony. It felt like they were urging me, ‘Grab the paper and start making your bucket list.’ Yes, spring is finally here! 

Spring is my favorite season, and I’m sure many others feel the same way. It brings a burst of fresh energy and offers the perfect opportunity for new beginnings.

Why You Need a Spring Bucket List

Spring is too short: It always feels like spring just vanishes even before we realize it, and then we start to miss everything we wanted to do but didn’t.

Make the best out of it: Planning ahead can sometimes help us enjoy it to the fullest by having clarity on what all things can bring happiness and satisfaction to us.

Mindfulness & self-discovery: Creating a bucket list encourages us to slow down, process our emotions, and speak to our inner selves.

A sense of purpose & belonging: Bringing greater awareness to our life helps us appreciate the changing seasons, giving us a closer connection to nature and the present moment. It adds more color to our moments and creates meaningful memories along the way.

Family bonding: Celebrating seasons together and making a bucket list builds an emotional connection and family bonding naturally on the way.

Spring Bucket list : 60 ideas for your best season ever 

1. Go for a solo outing to a calm, soothing place. Sit down, relax, and enjoy nature in silence.

3. Practice mindful photography throughout the season. Themes can be anything of your choice, such as birds, nature, flowers, or simply capturing your beautiful spring moments.

2. Celebrate the first and last day of the season with a special ritual to set the mood.

4. Give your garden a refresh by rearranging it with a spring theme or adding a few seasonal plants. If you don’t have a garden yet, this is the perfect time to start one.

5. Pack your meal and enjoy brunch outside, surrounded by nature.

6. Start a new mindful hobby. Find 30 mindful hobby ideas to try this season.

7. Spring clean your mind and health, adding spring wellness tips and routines. For example, work on unresolved conflicts, negative emotions, or past trauma.

8. Buy a new spring outfit for the year.

9. Try a new hairstyle for a makeover and a fresh, new feel.

10. Set a park goal by visiting one park consistently, whether daily, weekly, or bi-weekly.

11. Begin a spring gratitude journal and regularly jot down your experiences of the season.

12. Make a decluttering checklist and take your time to do it. Give it your best effort to declutter your space and home.

13. Create a seasonal playlist suiting different moods, such as one for decluttering time, rainy days, traveling, or just a pleasant playlist for everyday listening.

14. Make a spring movie bucket list, and if possible, watch one movie from it every season with your family.

15. Start a vision board or, if you already have one from the new year, track the progress and make any necessary changes.

16. Create an album online or scrap book documenting all the beautiful spring moments you had this year .

17. Visit a botanical garden or go hiking to enjoy the new blossoms of the season.

18. Go bike riding or cycling to experience the calmness of the breeze and the mild sunrise.

19. Start a meditation routine, even if it’s short, suited to your preferences-whether it’s outside or on your balcony.

20. Create an indoor garden or a small herbal garden in your kitchen.

21. Plan for a spring glow-up by starting a new skincare routine and hair care routine, and stick to it.

22. Start a workout routine and stick to it throughout the season. Track the differences you experience, such as weight changes, fitness improvements, and the impact on your mental health or productivity.

23.Take a photo outdoors with a spring theme, including both solo and family shots for the year.

24. Try some spring-special seasonal fruits or experiment with new recipes.

25. Follow a spring self-care routine and stick to it throughout the season, such as dedicating at least 30 minutes for me-time every day.

26. Plan home decor updates, like decorating your home with flowers and keeping curtains and windows open throughout the season.

27. Try creative writing-a poem, quotes, or anything as an emotional outlet and process your thoughts.

28. Plan a digital detox day to unplug and recharge and consistently follow it.

29. Try a spontaneous spring getaway with your family for a refreshing change of pace.

30. Establish a full moon nighttime routine, such as making sweets, going for a moonlit walk, or taking photographs of the moon.

31. Try bird feeding or duck feeding, enjoying the simple joy of nature.

32. Learn and enjoy kite flying, experiencing the thrill of the spring breeze.

33. Go for outdoor play, both for your kids and for yourself, making the most of the season.Maximize your outdoor time.

34. Rearrange your wardrobe with outfits that are suited to the season.

35. Experience sound bathing and bird watching, enjoying the soothing sound of the birds.

36. Go for a spring break vacation, picnic, or meet up with your group of friends, or have a playdate for your kids.

37. Walk barefoot in grass, sand, and practice mindfulness with a walking experience that connects you to nature.

38. Wake up early to enjoy the beauty of the sunrise.

39. Wait for the rainy day, and enjoy listening to music and singing along to your favorite songs with your family.

40. Cook for a rainy day, then get cozy, sit back, and enjoy the rain with your favorite homemade snacks.

41. Go for lake outings, whether you choose to sit and relax or try activities like kayaking.

42. Grab a good book, coffee, and head to the park to read and relax .

43. Try painting to express your creative side, inspired by the season.

44. Experience the joy of stargazing with your family, making memories under the night sky.

45. Go outside and reflect on the beautiful moments of your life, then write letters to your loved ones from there.

46. Try cloud watching in a relaxed, calm space, and enjoy the peaceful movement of the clouds.

47. Plan a game day outdoors with family and friends.

48. Wait for the perfect moment to capture a photo of a rainbow.

49. Attend a spring festival and experience the vibe of the season.

50. Plan a barbecue day in your backyard with family, friends, or extended family.

51. Read about different cultures, countries, and how they celebrate spring, including their spring festivals and traditions. Plan to experience some, like the Holi festival in India or the cherry blossom season in Japan.

52. Complete and stick to a new family tradition for the season.

53. Treat yourself to a pedicure or manicure day, including coloring your nails.

54. Celebrate the colors of spring, whether through home decor, painting, or refreshing your wardrobe.

55. Enjoy balcony time every evening with a cup of coffee and good company.

56. Go for a long drive, enjoying the breeze and music, and soaking in the spring atmosphere.

57. Create your summer bucket list. 

58. Note down every change you notice in the season-temperature shifts, new birds, and other signs of spring. Stay fully aware of the season and engage all the 5 senses-sight, smell, hearing, touch, and taste. 

59. Teach your friends and kids about seasons and your experiences. 

60. Pick one family bonding activity and regularly follow it throughout the season.

Reflections from Mindful Portrait

There are many people who believe that making a bucket list is unnecessary and time-consuming, thinking the enthusiasm only lasts for the list-making process and doesn’t carry over into actually ticking off the items. While it’s true that not everything may get completed, the process of creating the bucket list itself is fun and should be enjoyed. Even if you’re not able to tick off everything on your list, put in the effort and make it personal. The spring bucket list can help you reflect on the person you were and the transformation of your preferences and your life each year.