For the 2024/2025 VB100 challenge running from 11/11/24-2/20/24 I created a list of 100 things I want to do! I wrote the full list stream of conscious style then broke it out into categories.

Relaxation

1. Watch the sunset
2. Take a bath
3. Watch a romcom
4. Buy myself flowers
5. Cross stitch project
6. Art project with fancy bottles
7. Start a skincare routine
8. Cuddle puddle
9. Starbathing night
10. Create a TBR list for 2025
11.  Go to a movie theater
12. Sleep in
13. Screen free day
14. Relax in a hot tub
15.  Wear a sweater
16. Wear cozy socks
17.  Wear a robe
18. Craft night
19. Listen to records
20. Do a sound bath
21. Watch the full moon rise
22. Get a couples massage

Food

23. Order pizza
24. Eat oysters
25. Try a new restaurant
26. Eat beef tartare
27. Tasting menu experience
28. Eat tacos
29. Eat chips + queso
30. Cook pizza in the ooni
31. Use the blacktop
32. Eat sushi
33. Cook a swanky recipe
34. Eat outside
35. Eat a fun dessert
36. Use the stovetop smoker

Connection

37.  Send some postcards to friends
38. Host dinner
39.   Game night
40. Go to a book club
41. Date night with husband
42.  Go to a bookstore
43. Go to the library
44.  Go to a local market
45. Surprise someone
46. Mail something to a friend
47. Attend a party
48. Talk to a stranger
49. Compliment someone
50. Go on a double date
51. Celebrate wedding anniversary

Adventure

52. Holiday coffee tour around Tampa
53. Go paddle boarding
54. Plan a vacation
55.  Go on a long walk
56. Take a yoga class
57. Take a dance class
58. Do a workout class
59. Go to a park
60. Swim in the ocean
61. Play golf
62. Go to a driving range
63. Go to a beach bar
64. Pinterest inspo project
65. Go to a concert
66. Do a cold plunge
67. Go to the beach
68. Do a seasonal winter activity
69. Book writing program
70. Magic Moments book promotion – get on a fun blog, podcast or TV show
71. Donate books to little free libraries
72. Sit on a fun bench
73.  Drive around looking at Christmas lights
74. Polar plunge in the ocean

Adulting

75.  File taxes
76. Get brakes fixed
77.  Transfer 401k
78. Clean out closet and donate clothes
79. Organize guest bedroom closet
80. Create a gallery wall
81. Hang up curtains
82. Get husband a new wedding ring
83. Go to the dentist
84. Annual money/spending recap
85. Look into credit card perks + utilize
86. Go to therapy
87. Utilize EAP resources
88. Get new pillows
89. Get a frame for star photo
90. Make an OB/GYN appt

Other Fun

91.  Buy new shoes
92. Wear a new outfit
93. Dance to a good song with the windows down
94. Get a beautiful vase
95. Decorate for Christmas
96. Wear a Ref outfit
97.  Wear a festive outfit
98. Get a Christmas tree
99. Repaint the bench
100. Watch fireworks

I also asked Chat GPT to help me create a list.

This is what I told it to help it generate some good options.

Prompt: “I want to make the most out of the next 100 days. Can you help come up with 100 activities to add joy into my life with themes including relaxation, adventure, food and personal growth? They need to be fun but also push me to better version of myself. Before you generate the ideas can you ask my 3-5 questions that will help personalize the experience for me?”

Response: To tailor these activities to fit your journey, here are a few questions to help make the list both meaningful and motivating:

1. What areas of personal growth are you most excited to focus on? (Examples might be confidence, creativity, health, social connections, mindfulness, etc.)
2. Are there any hobbies or interests you’ve always wanted to explore or revisit? (Maybe something artistic, physical, or something involving new skills?)
3. When it comes to adventure, do you prefer things that are more spontaneous and unplanned or structured and planned?
4. What types of relaxation activities bring you the most peace? (e.g., being in nature, quiet time, spa-like experiences, reading)
5. What foods or types of cuisine are you most curious to try or experiment with? (Are you more into trying new foods at restaurants, cooking, baking, or maybe something totally different like foraging?)

My answers: for personal growth I want to build my relationships with local friends and my husband. 2. creative hobbies and DIY projects. also exploring the tampa bay area. 3. mix of both spontaneous and planned adventures 4. spa like experiences and slowing down. things that make me forget about my phone. 5. I like trying new restaurants and cooking at home. Kitchen tools I have include a pizza oven, blacktop camping stove, sous vide and stovetop smoker.

Chat GPT magic: Thanks for sharing! Here’s a list of 100 personalized activities across relaxation, adventure, food, and personal growth. This will keep you inspired and add that extra joy and growth to your VB100 challenge. I’ll keep each theme in mind and weave in experiences for friends, your husband, creative outlets, and opportunities to explore Tampa Bay.

Relaxation

1. Book a local spa day for a deep massage or facial.
2. Have a tech-free day at a nearby beach—no phones allowed.
3. Create a mini spa experience at home with bath bombs, candles, and calming music.
4. Try an at-home hot stone or aromatherapy massage with your husband.
5. Visit a botanical garden for a peaceful stroll.
6. Take a gentle evening yoga class outdoors.
7. Schedule a “book day” at a cozy cafe or in a park—no screens.
8. Use essential oils for a DIY aromatherapy session.
9. Try a sensory deprivation or float therapy session.
10. Make a weekly ritual of reading before bed instead of scrolling.

Adventure

11. Go on a spontaneous drive to a nearby town and explore.
12. Take a sunset boat tour in Tampa Bay.
13. Plan a local hike and enjoy a sunrise view.
14. Try paddleboarding or kayaking in a local spot.
15. Take a zip-lining or ropes course adventure.
16. Plan a weekend trip to a new Florida destination.
17. Have a picnic and stargazing evening at a quiet park.
18. Go snorkeling at a nearby beach.
19. Try horseback riding at a nearby ranch.
20. Organize a “mystery day” with your husband—plan it but don’t reveal any details until you’re on the adventure.

Food

21. Host a “pizza night” using your pizza oven, trying a new topping theme.
22. Experiment with sous vide cooking to perfect a restaurant-style steak.
23. Visit a new local restaurant every weekend.
24. Invite friends over for a “build your own burger” night with your blacktop camping stove.
25. Make smoked BBQ using the stovetop smoker and host a backyard picnic.
26. Try making handmade pasta from scratch.
27. Have a themed dinner night—try Italian, Indian, or Thai with friends.
28. Do a farmer’s market morning, then cook a meal with what you find.
29. Try a wine or cheese tasting at home or locally.
30. Have a “dessert first” day with a special treat from a new bakery.

Personal Growth (Relationships)

31. Plan a monthly date night with your husband at a new restaurant or event.
32. Organize a group game night with friends.
33. Try a “book club” date with your husband where you each pick a book and swap.
34. Take a pottery or art class with friends or your husband.
35. Volunteer together at a local charity for a few hours.
36. Do a walking tour of Tampa Bay with a friend, exploring new areas.
37. Take a dance class together—salsa, swing, or ballroom.
38. Have a “no phones” dinner party with friends.
39. Take cooking or mixology classes with friends.
40. Plan a sunrise or sunset picnic with your husband, just to talk.

Creative Hobbies and DIY Projects

41. Build a custom home decor piece for a favorite room.
42. Try your hand at candle-making.
43. Make a photo journal of your VB100 challenge.
44. Explore Tampa Bay and photograph interesting architecture.
45. Paint or draw a scene inspired by a place you visit.
46. Start a small garden with herbs or succulents.
47. Make homemade bath bombs or scrubs.
48. Take up a simple woodworking project.
49. Experiment with resin art for coasters or decorative pieces.
50. Try macrame and make a wall hanging.

Wellness and Health

51. Start each morning with a short meditation or breathing exercise.
52. Schedule a yoga or Pilates class each week.
53. Try a new fitness class in Tampa Bay—spin, Zumba, kickboxing.
54. Begin a gratitude journal, writing three things each day.
55. Explore healthy meal prep with new recipes.
56. Try a day of only healthy, whole foods.
57. Take an evening walk every night to unwind.
58. Do a local charity run or walk.
59. Practice five minutes of mindfulness at a scenic location each week.
60. Try a healthy cooking class.

Cultural Exploration

61. Visit a local museum you’ve never been to.
62. Attend a live theater performance.
63. Check out a farmer’s market in a different neighborhood.
64. Go to a concert for a genre you don’t normally listen to.
65. Take a food tour in Tampa Bay.
66. Visit historical sites around Tampa Bay.
67. Go to a local art gallery or pop-up art show.
68. Watch a foreign film with subtitles.
69. Attend a festival or cultural event in Tampa Bay.
70. Take a walking ghost tour for some unique local history.

Fun with Friends

71. Host a cozy “cooking night” with friends using one of your kitchen tools.
72. Have a themed dinner party—retro, holiday, or costume.
73. Plan a day trip together to a new part of Tampa Bay.
74. Set up a game night with new or classic board games.
75. Try karaoke together at a local bar or at home.
76. Have a mini “Olympics” with friends doing fun outdoor games.
77. Try a virtual escape room with friends.
78. Organize a beach day with group games.
79. Plan a “backyard camping” night with a small fire pit for s’mores.
80. Host a murder mystery night for something different.

Self-Care and Mindfulness

81. Write a letter to yourself to open on day 100.
82. Spend 5 minutes each night reflecting on what brought you joy.
83. Organize a space in your home to make it more peaceful.
84. Try a visualization exercise each morning.
85. Create a “vision board” for 2025.
86. Do a daily 5-minute journaling habit.
87. Explore meditation apps for short, guided sessions.
88. Begin a habit of noting things you’re grateful for each morning.
89. Practice self-compassion by noting one kind thing about yourself daily.
90. Write a “positivity list” of things you’re excited about.

Random Joyful Activities

91. Have a sunrise breakfast picnic.
92. Take a pottery class and make a bowl or mug.
93. Plan a “new experience” day where you only do things you haven’t done before.
94. Try indoor rock climbing.
95. Find a drive-in movie near you.
96. Go rollerblading or ice skating.
97. Try a new style of dance at home.
98. Make a time capsule with memories from VB100.
99. Start an “ideas jar” for future goals.
100. Close out VB100 by planning your next big adventure!