If you could spend 30 minutes today creating whatever you want, what would you create?

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Today I caught up with James Clear’s 3-2-1 weekly newsletters. I always do my best to answer the thought-provoking questions he posts at the end of his newletters. This time, I particularly enjoyed the 9 February 2023 edition:

If you could spend 30 minutes today creating whatever you want, what would you create?

If I could spend 30 minutes today creating anything I want, I would:
Start a new blog post on a topic I’m passionate about (EN/SE).

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I have several activities that I do regularly so this is an easy question to tackle (see the Top 15). Some are still just ideas of what I’d like to create. Below is the list of stuff I would create given the 30 minutes (one of them is already the answer to the above question):

Create a vision board or inspiration board for a future project
Create a mood board for a future project or event
Write a short story or poem
Create a new playlist of favorite songs or discover new music
Make a list of goals or intentions for the upcoming week, month, or year
Experiment with a new photography technique or style
Practice a new musical instrument or learn a new song
Do a quick sketch or painting of a favorite landscape or object
Start a new blog post on a topic I’m passionate about (EN/SE)
Create a PowerPoint presentation summarizing key learnings from a book I read
Write a Swedish essay (e.g., referat)
Create a personal library catalog
Create a gratitude journal entry
Practice mindfulness or meditation
Write a personal reflection journal entry
Create a series of photo galleries on my blog
Design a new website layout for my blog or online shop
Create a digital illustration or drawing
Start a new cross-stitch, knitting, or crochet project
Make a handmade card or gift for a friend or family member
Record a short podcast episode on a topic of interest
Create a new workout routine or yoga flow
Write a letter to a loved one or friend
Start a DIY project for the home or garden
Create a short video or animation
Practice calligraphy or hand lettering
Create a custom phone wallpaper or computer background
Write a script or outline for a future project or video

This list will continue to grow…

There you have it. I just spent 30 minutes creating this post!

If you could spend 30 minutes today creating whatever you want, what would you create?

If you could spend 30 minutes today creating whatever you want, what would you create?

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