Fun Fall Activity: Building Your Relationship Bucket List

As the cool breeze of fall sets in, and more time is spent indoors, it's the perfect season to engage in self-reflection and relationship building. Consider creating a "Relationship Bucket List" – a set of character traits or virtues to focus on, aiming for personal growth and stronger connections. Here are four aspects to include in your Relationship Bucket List:

1. A Curious and Interested Heart

   - Be open and teachable, fostering a sense of curiosity about others.

   - Allow others to take the spotlight, encouraging them to share more about themselves.

   - Embrace adaptability and a willingness to learn and improve in interactions.

   Questions to Reflect:

   - Are you genuinely curious about what others are saying?

   - Are you open to feedback, new things, change, and improvement?

   - Do others perceive you as easily instructed, or are you resistant to change?

2. An Unquestionable Sense That "You" Matter to Me

   - Embrace unconditional love, devoid of conditions based on actions or behaviors.

   - Strive to love others fully without measuring it based on reciprocation.

   - Foster an environment where mistakes and weaknesses can be openly discussed.

   Questions to Reflect:

   - Do people find you hard to please?

   - Do you convey genuine care to those around you?

   - Do you distance yourself from those who don't meet your expectations?

3. A Hawk-Like Attentiveness in the Present Moment

   - Be consciously present in conversations and interactions.

   - Avoid distractions like phones and other thoughts during important moments.

   - Actively engage in your life and relationships, listen attentively, and focus on the present.

   Questions to Reflect:

   - Do you feel connected to people during conversations?

   - Do you consistently remember what was discussed with others?

   - What occupies your mind when engaged with those around you?

4. An Infectious Gratitude for All That Is Good

   - Adopt an appreciative outlook on life, recognizing the inherent goodness in people.

   - Cultivate gratitude by acknowledging positive aspects in yourself, others, or the world.

   - Focus on the good in your relationships, interpreting others in healthier and forgiving ways.

   Questions to Reflect:

   - Do people express why they enjoy being around you?

   - Are you more inclined to see the good in others than the bad?

   - Can you easily find something positive happening in your life every hour?

In conclusion, building your Relationship Bucket List allows for intentional personal growth and deeper connections. Consider what aspects you'd like to work on during the fall and winter months, fostering a season of positive change and strengthened relationships.