✨ 26 Things Before 2026

As 2025 winds down, I’ve been thinking about how I want to feel when I step into the new year — not just what I want to accomplish.

I want to start 2026 feeling:
1️⃣ Rested
2️⃣ Joyful
3️⃣ Grounded

If you’ve been feeling like your to-do list never ends, this might resonate. Instead of racing to the finish line, I’m creating space for intention. Because a strong foundation doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through small choices, meaningful moments, and a little bit of planning.

A Big Thank You 🙏

Before I share my list, I have to give credit where credit is due: the viral reel idea of listing “things you want to do before 2026” was sparked by Karin Nordin, PhD when I landed on her Instagram Reel. Her energy and idea inspired me to make this list for myself — thank you for the inspiration!

The 26 Before 2026 List

So, I made a list: 26 things I want to do before 2026.
Some are big goals, some are simple pleasures, and all of them make me feel more like me.

Enjoy a cozy staycation in November 🏨
Cruise into December — literally 🌴
Add 200+ members to the Modern Direct Seller Academy
Dial in our Oh My Hi sales funnel
Launch this very website (hi 👋)
Get a Christmas tree 🎄
Bake cookies (lots of them) 🍪
Give back through a holiday fundraiser
Watch Christmas movies all weekend long
Celebrate Cody’s 11th birthday
Celebrate Makenzie’s 13th birthday
Spend a few sunny mornings at the beach ☀️
Have a Christmas date night with Jeremy ❤️
Map out life + business plans for 2026
Wrap up 2025 feeling “caught up” (ish)
Do something special with my mom
Sit on the back patio with coffee (or wine) and just be
Volunteer at a local toy drive 🎁
Print and mail Christmas cards
Catch up with a friend over brunch
Work on my budding flower arrangement skills💐
Try new Trader Joe’s meals (done! Make this.)
Write a weekly “What I’m Learning” blog
Go look at holiday lights ✨
Use that SpaFinder gift card I’ve had forever
Send year-end thank you notes + testimonials

Why This List Matters

I’m a big believer in creating goals that feel good — not just checkboxes that look good. This list keeps me anchored in joy, family, community, and growth (without burning out before the ball drops).

It’s not about doing more. It’s about being more present.

So maybe this is your sign to make your own list:
26 things you want to do before 2026.

They don’t have to be perfect.
They just have to make you smile.

Your Turn 💫

What’s one thing you want to do before 2026?
Drop it in the comments or DM me on Instagram — I’d love to cheer you on as you wrap up the year feeling rested, joyful, and ready for what’s next.

✨ Here’s to ending the year intentionally — and starting the next one strong.

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