Ready to redefine your bucket list? In this episode of Next Act Ninjas, host Rachael Van Pelt takes a fresh look at this classic concept, showing you how to move beyond one-and-done adventures to create a lifestyle aligned with your deepest values. Learn how to shift your goals into identity-oriented aspirations and why healthspan—not just lifespan—is the key to tackling your dreams with vitality.

Packed with actionable exercises, Rachael walks you through a transformative process: crafting a bucket list that reflects not just what you want to do but who you want to become. Whether it’s becoming a cultural explorer, a master athlete, or the family connector who builds a lasting legacy, this episode is your guide to designing a fulfilling life in your 50s, 60s, and beyond.

Discover how to:

• Create a reverse bucket list to let go of outdated goals.
• Align your aspirations with your current values.
• Build habits that turn dreams into a sustainable lifestyle.

Plus, learn why your next act might include buying a vacation property, thriving as a snowbird, or embracing the lifestyle that makes every day as exciting as your big adventures. 

Tune in now to craft the ultimate framework for your best life!

Chapters

00:00 Redefining the Bucket List

01:39 Bucket List Brain Dump

02:42 Healthspan is the Foundation of Your Dreams

04:05 Reframing the Bucket List: Lifestyle vs. One-And-Done Goals

05:55 Think Beyond Travel and Hobbies: Where and How Do You Want to Live?

06:51 Reverse Bucket List: Letting Go to Focus on What Matters

08:13 Align your Bucket List with your Values

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Rachael Van Pelt, PhD, is a healthspan scientist, coach, Realtor, and investor dedicated to helping pre-retirees design a lifestyle that supports health, wealth, and happiness for the long haul. With a unique blend of expertise in longevity research, lifestyle coaching, and real estate, Rachael specializes in guiding clients toward their ideal next chapter—whether it’s downsizing, embracing a sunbird lifestyle, or simply optimizing the home they love. Through her innovative approach, Rachael empowers her clients to choose the path that enhances their health and longevity, ensuring that their retirement years are as vibrant, fulfilling, and financially secure as possible.

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