Create Your Dream Life: The Fun of Making a Vision Board

SELF IMPROVEMENT LIFESTYLEVISION BOARD

12/27/20243 min read

Hey there! You are here because you want to make your personal fit-to-size treasure map, guiding you toward your wildest ambitions, all while giving your creativity a workout.

What?

It is a visual representation of your goals and dreams. You cut, paste, and pin images, words, and quotes that inspire you, giving your aspirations a home on paper, poster, or even your digital screen.

Why?

Because why not?

Clarity: Seeing your goals laid out in vibrant colors makes them feel more tangible.
Motivation: Your vision board becomes your personal cheerleader, silently yelling, “You’ve got this!” every time. It can help you stay motivated, focused, and inspired as you work towards achieving your aspirations.
Manifesting: By surrounding yourself with images and affirmations that represent your desires, you can tap into the power of visualization and manifest your dreams into reality.
Fun: It’s arts and crafts, but with life-changing potential.

How?

1. Define Your Goals:

Identify your aspirations: What are your dreams in life? What do you want to achieve? Close your eyes and imagine your ideal life. What do you see? A beachside bungalow? A successful business? A stash of books taller than you?
Set SMART goals: Ensure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

2. Gather Your Materials:

Choose a base: A large corkboard, a canvas, a poster board, or even a digital collage can serve as your base.
Find inspiring images: Collect images from magazines, newspapers, the internet, or even take your own photos. Look for images that resonate with you and evoke positive emotions.
Incorporate affirmations: Write down positive affirmations that align with your goals. For example, "I am a successful entrepreneur," or "I am healthy and happy."
Decorative elements: Use markers, colored pens, glitter, ribbons, and other decorative elements to personalize your board.

3. Create Your Vision Board:

Arrange your elements: Experiment with different layouts until you find a design that feels inspiring and motivating. Lay out your finds before sticking them down, and group similar goals—like travel, career, or wellness—for a cohesive and visually appealing arrangement.
Add your affirmations: Place your affirmations prominently on the board. You can write them directly on the board or use decorative elements to highlight them.
Personalize it: Make your vision board unique and reflective of your personality and style. For instance, adding handwritten goals, or doodles to make it uniquely you.

4. Place Your Vision Board Strategically:

Find a prominent location: Place your vision board where you'll see it every day. This could be your bedroom wall, your desk, or your living room.
Create a positive environment: Surround your vision board with other positive elements, such as plants, inspiring quotes, or motivational objects.

5. Maintain and Update Your Vision Board:

Review your board regularly: Take time each day to review your vision board and reflect on your progress.
Update it as needed: As you achieve your goals, remove or replace images and affirmations to reflect your evolving aspirations.
Keep it positive: Focus on the positive and celebrate your successes, no matter how small.

Where to Display It?

Your vision board should live somewhere you’ll see it daily—above your desk, on your bedroom wall, or even as your phone/laptop’s wallpaper if it’s digital. The goal is to keep your dreams front and center.