I don’t have a formal process I go through, but each year before new years I usually sit down and list out goals or things I’d like to do/accomplish in different areas of my life. Instead of a New Year’s resolution that I quit in 2 weeks, I have a list of dozens of things that I’d like to do at some point.

I don’t actively try and do everything on the list all the time. Some of it just exists there and it’s enough to keep me more aware to capitalize on an opportunity when it comes up. Other things are sections that I can add to throughout the year. For example, I know I want to travel somewhere… if the trip is known, I’ll put it down, but if something comes up mid-year, I’ll add it so I can remember looking back. I do this for things like concerts as well.

I’ve been doing this for about 10 years now. The format has evolved over time and continues to evolve.