In a previous post I talked about why I like using vision boards and how they have helped me to think and feel differently about my goals, and in turn, achieve them. You can read more about this here. In this post I will give you guidance to make your own.
Preparation
As you will need to find lots of images to stick onto the board, collect a variety of magazines to cut up. I also like to draw my images or find them on Google. (As you are only using them for your personal use, you don’t need to worry about copyright.) You will also need a board of some description – I use A4 or A3 thick card or you could use a cork noticeboard for a larger version. A very powerful image to use on your board is one of yourself. Choose a photograph that you like and one where you felt happy and look great. Grab some glue, pens and embellishments of your choice and you are ready to start.
Step 1 – Collecting
If you have a clear goal…
You may be very clear about your goal and already have a vivid picture of what it would be like if you gained it. In this case, searching the internet maybe easier because you can use Google to find the specific images that you need. Before you begin take a moment to ask yourself what you want and sit quietly with this intention in your mind. Now you are ready to start a collection of images which inspire and excite you.
If you are unsure about a goal but want to find direction…
A vision board is also very useful to help you find out what you want. In this case, flick through the magazines and pull out pictures of anything you like and are drawn to. They may not mean anything to you currently, or even consciously, just allow your imagination to have fun. You can ask yourself ‘what do I want?’. You may just feel a one word answer like ‘beauty’ – collect images which reflect this for you.
Step 2 – Selecting
This is where you look at the collection of images you have amassed and discard any which no longer create interest or hold meaning for you. As you look through them, note down any words that pop into your head, as they can be added to your board to give another dimension. If you are unsure why you chose certain pictures, ask yourself – ‘what is this telling me?’. Chances are you will know the answer. If you don’t, but still love the picture, use it anyway.
Step 3 – Assembling
Stick your images onto the board using your intuition as a guide. Add colour, texture, pattern, glitter, words – whatever makes your goal more vivid and desirable. A photograph of yourself stuck in the middle of the board can be a simple way to create a link in your mind between you and your desires.
Step 4 – Displaying and observing
The final step is to display your board where you will see in regularly. I used one of my boards for a long-term goal on my bedside table. I saw it before I went to bed each night and when I woke up every morning.
* I would love to hear any comments you have about vision boards or about your experiences with using them. Please get in touch if you have anything to share. Thanks. *