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The No-Regrets Bucket List: Simple Ideas for Living the Life You Were Meant to Live
Who Do You Want to Be Before You Die?
When you mention a bucket list, many people think about the movie of the same name starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. The characters they play are critically ill, and as such they create a "to do" list of things to accomplish before they kick the bucket. The idea depicted in the film generated an interest in the public in preparing their own personal bucket list, including on them such items as activities to engage in or things to acquire during one's lifetime.
The No-Regrets Bucket List suggests there is also a need to create a bucket list for living, one that establishes the criteria for who we want to be during our lifetime, and how we can live a more authentic and purpose-driven life. This tool can aid the preparer in creating a more meaningful life, as opposed to winding up with regrets for the life they actually lived.
This book provides a sampling of bucket list ideas, and it encourages the reader to develop their personal list. Whether one chooses to create a bucket list or not, the book is filled with common-sense, realistic and inspirational ideas for living a meaningful life.
When you mention a bucket list, many people think about the movie of the same name starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. The characters they play are critically ill, and as such they create a "to do" list of things to accomplish before they kick the bucket. The idea depicted in the film generated an interest in the public in preparing their own personal bucket list, including on them such items as activities to engage in or things to acquire during one's lifetime.
The No-Regrets Bucket List suggests there is also a need to create a bucket list for living, one that establishes the criteria for who we want to be during our lifetime, and how we can live a more authentic and purpose-driven life. This tool can aid the preparer in creating a more meaningful life, as opposed to winding up with regrets for the life they actually lived.
This book provides a sampling of bucket list ideas, and it encourages the reader to develop their personal list. Whether one chooses to create a bucket list or not, the book is filled with common-sense, realistic and inspirational ideas for living a meaningful life.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 15, 2013
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About the author
Marion Elizabeth Witte
3 books18 followersMarion Witte is a Certified Public Accountant, writer, speaker and entrepreneur. Her life-long career includes owning, managing and operating various business ventures.
Her award-winning memoir is "Little Madhouse on the Prairie:A True-Life Story of Overcoming Abuse and Healing the Spirit."
By telling her own story, she hopes to open readers’ eyes to the serious and long-term damage caused by all forms of childhood mistreatment. She argues that only through awareness, education and healing can society prevent such future violence.
Marion continues her association with child advocacy projects that focus on establishing and maintaining positive treatment of children.
Her award-winning memoir is "Little Madhouse on the Prairie:A True-Life Story of Overcoming Abuse and Healing the Spirit."
By telling her own story, she hopes to open readers’ eyes to the serious and long-term damage caused by all forms of childhood mistreatment. She argues that only through awareness, education and healing can society prevent such future violence.
Marion continues her association with child advocacy projects that focus on establishing and maintaining positive treatment of children.
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March 25, 2013
I love the way Marion breaks the chapters into bite size pieces so that I am able to read it a bit at a time. She has a way of connecting with the reader. I enjoy reading the quotes and then reflecting on how it relates to my life. I am able to let go of the past and focus on where I want to go in the future.
This book is great for those who are starting out on their journey of self discovery and, for those who have been on the road for a while, this book makes a great refresher, a wonderful place to sit and relax a bit.
So whether you are at the beginning, in the middle or at the end of your day .... The No-Regrets Bucket List is a great read, leaving you with hope and inspiration.
This book is great for those who are starting out on their journey of self discovery and, for those who have been on the road for a while, this book makes a great refresher, a wonderful place to sit and relax a bit.
So whether you are at the beginning, in the middle or at the end of your day .... The No-Regrets Bucket List is a great read, leaving you with hope and inspiration.
March 5, 2013
Our book club read two of Ms. Witte’s prior books, so when The No-Regrets Bucket List came out, we were curious about it, as is seemed like a diversion from her previous works. We found it to be very much in line with the message of Courage of the Soul and Little Madhouse on the Prairie. This work is about becoming the person you were meant to be, and creating the legacy you want to leave behind.
As we started discussing this book, we realized most of the women in our club have created bucket lists, to one extent or another, and they revolve around places to go, things to acquire or goals to reach. Marion’s concept of a bucket list is quite different – it is about deciding who you want to be in life – and taking the necessary action to achieve your desired result.
The book contains a variety of ideas for determining who you want at the end of your life and suggestions for achieving that goal. The author even included blank tombstones at the end of the book so you can write your own epitaph! There are also an incredible number of wonderful quotations associated with each topic.
The author is clear that you don’t have to create a bucket list in order to accomplish your life’s objectives, although it can be a helpful tool, reminder and guide in doing so. One of our favorite sayings in this book is “We are all going to be but a memory someday – so let’s make it a good one.”
As we started discussing this book, we realized most of the women in our club have created bucket lists, to one extent or another, and they revolve around places to go, things to acquire or goals to reach. Marion’s concept of a bucket list is quite different – it is about deciding who you want to be in life – and taking the necessary action to achieve your desired result.
The book contains a variety of ideas for determining who you want at the end of your life and suggestions for achieving that goal. The author even included blank tombstones at the end of the book so you can write your own epitaph! There are also an incredible number of wonderful quotations associated with each topic.
The author is clear that you don’t have to create a bucket list in order to accomplish your life’s objectives, although it can be a helpful tool, reminder and guide in doing so. One of our favorite sayings in this book is “We are all going to be but a memory someday – so let’s make it a good one.”
March 29, 2013
From my Amazon review:
I guess I'm a lucky guy.
Let me explain:
On the day I received this review copy in the mail, I was diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening heart arrhythmia. After returning home from the Doctor appointment, I stopped to check my mail and Marion's book was in there, waiting for me. Timing is everything, right?
I also consider myself lucky because I've been fortunate to have connected with Marion a few years ago and I've been able to watch her grow as a writer. From a reader's perspective it has been a great journey and this latest from her is her crowning achievement thus far in what I am sure will be a long and fruitful writing career.
On to the book:
Nothing is more disheartening to me than selecting a book that has a topic and title that gains my interest, only to find that it is filled with wall to wall paragraphs where you have to actively look for the nuggets of goodness. No worries here. No Regrets delivers the goods in wonderfully insightful bites. I love the layout and the short-short chapters. The advice is sound and remarkably friendly. Well rounded is the order of the day with this book. I think that nearly all aspects of "Living the life you were meant to live" are covered.
In conclusion, the book entered my life at a time I needed something like it the most. I was able to take to heart the concept and the advice in a way I would not have been able to even 24 hours prior.
Add this one to your must read bucket list
I guess I'm a lucky guy.
Let me explain:
On the day I received this review copy in the mail, I was diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening heart arrhythmia. After returning home from the Doctor appointment, I stopped to check my mail and Marion's book was in there, waiting for me. Timing is everything, right?
I also consider myself lucky because I've been fortunate to have connected with Marion a few years ago and I've been able to watch her grow as a writer. From a reader's perspective it has been a great journey and this latest from her is her crowning achievement thus far in what I am sure will be a long and fruitful writing career.
On to the book:
Nothing is more disheartening to me than selecting a book that has a topic and title that gains my interest, only to find that it is filled with wall to wall paragraphs where you have to actively look for the nuggets of goodness. No worries here. No Regrets delivers the goods in wonderfully insightful bites. I love the layout and the short-short chapters. The advice is sound and remarkably friendly. Well rounded is the order of the day with this book. I think that nearly all aspects of "Living the life you were meant to live" are covered.
In conclusion, the book entered my life at a time I needed something like it the most. I was able to take to heart the concept and the advice in a way I would not have been able to even 24 hours prior.
Add this one to your must read bucket list
April 24, 2013
~Wise Woman Collection~
By Marion Elizabeth Witte
Many people have a “Bucket List”, things they want to do or places they want to go, before they die. This book addresses the idea of having a “No Regrets” list of how to live.
Author Marion Witte discusses this philosophy in this book from her “Wise Woman Collection”. Some of the things she encourages the reader to consider are who they want to be in this life, and how we can achieve this.
Being genuine to oneself can lead to a genuine lifestyle with purpose. Marion Witte offers ways to prevent regrets, and thus create a life of meaning. The book also makes suggestions, and gives ideas in creating one’s own “No Regrets Bucket List”.
This book is inspirational and wonderful in its common sense simplicity. Marion Witte is a positive force in women’s writing.
By Marion Elizabeth Witte
Many people have a “Bucket List”, things they want to do or places they want to go, before they die. This book addresses the idea of having a “No Regrets” list of how to live.
Author Marion Witte discusses this philosophy in this book from her “Wise Woman Collection”. Some of the things she encourages the reader to consider are who they want to be in this life, and how we can achieve this.
Being genuine to oneself can lead to a genuine lifestyle with purpose. Marion Witte offers ways to prevent regrets, and thus create a life of meaning. The book also makes suggestions, and gives ideas in creating one’s own “No Regrets Bucket List”.
This book is inspirational and wonderful in its common sense simplicity. Marion Witte is a positive force in women’s writing.
March 25, 2013
This is Marion's third book and second of her Wise Woman series. This is an enjoyable read and a great reminder of why we want to be here sharing this earth. If you want to experience your passion day to day or return to a state of "flow" then this is the book for you. Upon fishing it I felt like I had gone on a mini vacation... Only cheaper ;)
September 14, 2013
Sage Advice. Recommended reading for all. It is not that the information is new since there is a plethora of books on similar or related topics. This book, however, is not daunting; it is not "preachy" neither. Wonderful words spread across short chapters with very arresting titles.
I applaud Marion Witte for embarking on this "Wise Women Collection" journey. I can tell that she is a generous person with a heart of gold; the kind of person, anyone would love to have as a neighbour or a friend.If anyone reads this book and is comforted or encouraged, she would have accomplished what she intended to do, that is, to make a difference.
I received this book as a giveaway and will keep in my little treasury so I can revisit whenever I want to. I do, however, plan to share it with others as my way of paying it forward.
I applaud Marion Witte for embarking on this "Wise Women Collection" journey. I can tell that she is a generous person with a heart of gold; the kind of person, anyone would love to have as a neighbour or a friend.If anyone reads this book and is comforted or encouraged, she would have accomplished what she intended to do, that is, to make a difference.
I received this book as a giveaway and will keep in my little treasury so I can revisit whenever I want to. I do, however, plan to share it with others as my way of paying it forward.
June 21, 2013
Until I read this book, I thought I had created the bucket list I needed to accomplish my life’s goals. On it I have such things as what I want to acquire and where I want to travel.
This book presents a very different approach to a bucket list. The concept underlying it is that we need to create a bucket list by which to live, so that we create the type of legacy we want to leave behind. The legacy a person wants to create will of course be unique and personal based on their passions and experiences. For some it may revolve around being the best parent (or grandparent) they can be, excelling as an employee, becoming a more forgiving person, exhibiting more compassion or taking risks in order to grow and learn.
The book is broken down into digestible and easy-to-read and short chapters. That format allows the reader to select the information that appeals to them, and absorb it in a short period of time.
The author suggests we need to consider how we want to be remembered, for when we are gone, all we will be remembered for is how we affected other people – and how we affected the planet.
I love the idea she presents at the end of the book about creating your own tombstone, both as it would read today and how you would like it to read at the end of your life. At first that idea scared me (not really sure why), yet as I thought about that idea, it makes great sense. We plan to get an education, we plan for our vacations and we plan for our retirement.
Why not plan out our legacy, and start creating it today.
This book presents a very different approach to a bucket list. The concept underlying it is that we need to create a bucket list by which to live, so that we create the type of legacy we want to leave behind. The legacy a person wants to create will of course be unique and personal based on their passions and experiences. For some it may revolve around being the best parent (or grandparent) they can be, excelling as an employee, becoming a more forgiving person, exhibiting more compassion or taking risks in order to grow and learn.
The book is broken down into digestible and easy-to-read and short chapters. That format allows the reader to select the information that appeals to them, and absorb it in a short period of time.
The author suggests we need to consider how we want to be remembered, for when we are gone, all we will be remembered for is how we affected other people – and how we affected the planet.
I love the idea she presents at the end of the book about creating your own tombstone, both as it would read today and how you would like it to read at the end of your life. At first that idea scared me (not really sure why), yet as I thought about that idea, it makes great sense. We plan to get an education, we plan for our vacations and we plan for our retirement.
Why not plan out our legacy, and start creating it today.
September 7, 2015
I received this book through the Goodreads First Read giveaway program.
First, I believe I am much younger than the target audience for this book. The end section of this book has an activity section, which includes writing an epitaph on a cartoon grave. I was a little taken back.
However, once I got into the book was happy with the content. The author essentially discusses creating a bucket life for everyday day, that if follow, should leave a person with very few regrets. The topics are not earth-shattering or brand new - yet I did relate to different chapters. Particularly, I enjoyed the topics: Be a True Friend, Turn a Wish Into a Goal, Cultivate Curiosity, & Step Out of Your Comfort Zone.
At times, the sections felt a little too "self help-ish" for my liking, such as "Love the Imperfectly Perfect You" - but that is a matter of taste. Overall, I would recommend this book to someone who is looking for simple, good advice on improving their day to day lives.
First, I believe I am much younger than the target audience for this book. The end section of this book has an activity section, which includes writing an epitaph on a cartoon grave. I was a little taken back.
However, once I got into the book was happy with the content. The author essentially discusses creating a bucket life for everyday day, that if follow, should leave a person with very few regrets. The topics are not earth-shattering or brand new - yet I did relate to different chapters. Particularly, I enjoyed the topics: Be a True Friend, Turn a Wish Into a Goal, Cultivate Curiosity, & Step Out of Your Comfort Zone.
At times, the sections felt a little too "self help-ish" for my liking, such as "Love the Imperfectly Perfect You" - but that is a matter of taste. Overall, I would recommend this book to someone who is looking for simple, good advice on improving their day to day lives.
June 19, 2013
The first thing I noticed looking at the book cover I immediately went into a relaxed state of being. From the depth of the clouds in the background to feeling the sand in my toes I could be the person in that chair.
Once I opened the cover there were so many inspirational quotes that anyone could use as affirmations to bring uplifting energy into their daily routines. This book has extremely specific guidelines to design a life that is unique to the individual. I will use this book as a daily meditation base for me to live the life I was meant to life - starting NOW!! Marion writes with such honorable passion to truly help those who are open, allowing and willing to receive the guidance that we all so much seek.
I thank her for her beautiful words and inspiring chapters in this book. This is my second book of The Wise Women collection and I am eager to add more to my libary.
Once I opened the cover there were so many inspirational quotes that anyone could use as affirmations to bring uplifting energy into their daily routines. This book has extremely specific guidelines to design a life that is unique to the individual. I will use this book as a daily meditation base for me to live the life I was meant to life - starting NOW!! Marion writes with such honorable passion to truly help those who are open, allowing and willing to receive the guidance that we all so much seek.
I thank her for her beautiful words and inspiring chapters in this book. This is my second book of The Wise Women collection and I am eager to add more to my libary.
September 12, 2013
Wise Woman Collection – The No-Regrets Bucket List
A gem of a book from a gem of a human being whose intent seems to be a desire to help others to find light and sparkle (truths) in this journey called life. She's willing to share what she's learned in HER journey...yet acknowledges that her life is a "work in progress"---so much yet to live and so much yet to learn.
A gem of a book from a gem of a human being whose intent seems to be a desire to help others to find light and sparkle (truths) in this journey called life. She's willing to share what she's learned in HER journey...yet acknowledges that her life is a "work in progress"---so much yet to live and so much yet to learn.
February 7, 2025
Huh?
🖊 This is a feel-good, I’m OK, you’re OK type of book whereby there is a push to try to convince yourself of reason and sanity if you say it enough. I started laughing aloud when I read, “Hang out with someone who is willing to be crazy” and “make a fool out of yourself.” Why, even Dolly Parton gave her imprimatur in her quote of “Find out who you are and do it on purpose,” to also be backed up by Eleanor Roosevelt’s inspirational quote of “Do one thing every day that scares you.” In between my tears of laughter, I looked at the calendar on the kitchen wall and saw that it was high time to reorganize my pen jar. 🗑 Conversely, other readers may find this book their cup of “I’m certainly good enough, I’m passably smart enough, and sonofagun, people like me!” … This book was just not for me and not what I expected. I’ll stick with tried and true.
♦️ I received a 🟣Kindle eBook copy via the Goodreads Giveaway Program. Thank you to the author. 😀
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𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘: ★★☆☆☆ (1.5)
🖊 This is a feel-good, I’m OK, you’re OK type of book whereby there is a push to try to convince yourself of reason and sanity if you say it enough. I started laughing aloud when I read, “Hang out with someone who is willing to be crazy” and “make a fool out of yourself.” Why, even Dolly Parton gave her imprimatur in her quote of “Find out who you are and do it on purpose,” to also be backed up by Eleanor Roosevelt’s inspirational quote of “Do one thing every day that scares you.” In between my tears of laughter, I looked at the calendar on the kitchen wall and saw that it was high time to reorganize my pen jar. 🗑 Conversely, other readers may find this book their cup of “I’m certainly good enough, I’m passably smart enough, and sonofagun, people like me!” … This book was just not for me and not what I expected. I’ll stick with tried and true.
♦️ I received a 🟣Kindle eBook copy via the Goodreads Giveaway Program. Thank you to the author. 😀
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29%
𝕄𝕪 𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕓𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕜𝕕𝕠𝕨𝕟:
ℂ𝕠𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕟𝕥: ★☆☆☆☆
𝕎𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕤𝕥𝕪𝕝𝕖: ★★☆☆☆
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𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘: ★★☆☆☆ (1.5)
February 15, 2025
Fabulous
I won this book in a goodreads giveaway. I'm glad I tried for it. This book is very well written and organized. I really appreciate that it didn't feel preachy, self-helpy, or hippy-dippy. It was all basic reminders of how to be a decent human and feel good about it.
I won this book in a goodreads giveaway. I'm glad I tried for it. This book is very well written and organized. I really appreciate that it didn't feel preachy, self-helpy, or hippy-dippy. It was all basic reminders of how to be a decent human and feel good about it.
February 23, 2025
I love the way the book is laid out! So much I need to work on and plenty of new tools in my pocket!
June 12, 2025
Not what I expected, but a good read. I won a kindle edition on a Goodreads giveaway, thank you!
September 11, 2013
We'll go with 3.5 stars.
There were some points that I agreed with and am trying to change and some I don't agree with (like the idea you should not accept anger as a legit feeling). [As far as anger I do believe you should allow the feeling - the bad part of anger is the habit of reacting immediately to it instead of analyzing why and seeing if you can change something.]
I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
There were some points that I agreed with and am trying to change and some I don't agree with (like the idea you should not accept anger as a legit feeling). [As far as anger I do believe you should allow the feeling - the bad part of anger is the habit of reacting immediately to it instead of analyzing why and seeing if you can change something.]
I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
August 20, 2013
I really enjoyed this book that I won through a GoodReads giveaway.
This book helps define our life's objectives and focus on what is important. It is a book that I'll keep close so I can read again parts of it when I need motivation.
This book helps define our life's objectives and focus on what is important. It is a book that I'll keep close so I can read again parts of it when I need motivation.
June 24, 2013
I read the two most recent works of this author, and I love them. They are a departure from her first work, Little Madhouse on the Prairie, yet they continue the theme of hope and inspiration.
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