How I Created My Vision Board This Year: A Step-by-Step Guide to Manifesting Your Dreams
Hey twentysomething! Let’s dive into the power of vision boards. The “detox” today is about resisting the dazzle of other people’s dreams. They might inspire you, but they don’t have your unique vision or flair in life. Inspiration is not transformation.
Here’s a reminder to support and nourish the seeds you are planting. Be patient with them. They need sunlight. They need water – and a vision board can be great way to recenter, and remind yourself of what your seeds can grow into.
2023 left me feeling weighed down, and the need for a fresh start in 2024 became undeniable. Creating a vision board wasn't just a January tradition for me; it was a lifeline, a way to redirect my focus from the noise of the world and hone in on what truly matters. Here's a step-by-step guide on how I crafted my vision board for the year ahead.
How I Created My Vision Board This Year
01. Assess the Areas of Your Life
Before diving into the creative process of creating a vision board, take a moment to reflect on the various aspects of your life. I use the Wheel of Life exercise, rating categories like Health, Finances, Career, Family, Friends, Love, Fun, and Spirituality on a scale of 1-10. This exercise paints a vivid picture of the areas that need attention and those that are thriving.
02. Reflect and Set Goals in Each Area
With a clear understanding of where you stand, it's time to set goals. Identify 2-3 habits or objectives for each category. Celebrate what's working well and strategize on how to improve areas that need attention. For instance:
Health: Develop a better sleep schedule, take vitamins, and align workouts with my cycle.
Finances: Start budgeting, track expenses monthly, and cultivate a healthier mindset towards money.
Career: Acquire new skills, seek more education for potential promotion, and work on a side hustle.
Family: Enhance communication, respect boundaries, and engage in more family activities.
Friends: Embody quality > quantity.
Love: Plan more dates and nurture the relationship.
Fun: Explore a new hobby.
Spirituality: Practice morning meditation.
03. Find Pictures & Quotes
Now, the fun begins. Use platforms like Pinterest to source aesthetically pleasing images related to your goals. Add quotes, sayings, or affirmations that resonate with your challenges or limiting beliefs. For example:
"Care for your body" to support my journey towards a healthier body image.
"Trust your creativity" as a reminder to channel my creative side more often, and release any doubts for the projects I want to finish this year.
"Mind your business" to emphasize the that the only thing we can control in life, is ourselves.
"A love that feels like summer" to keep the spark alive in my long-term relationship.
"You can, and you will" to dispel doubts about success.
"Keep your heart open" – probably my favourite of them all. To remind myself to not let pain, jealousy or anger consume me to the point of closing off. Let the negative emotions flow in an out rather than attach, and keep my heart open to attract more good in my life.
04. Ready… Set… Assemble!
Bring your vision board to life. Whether digital on platforms like Canva or a tangible board using printed images and quotes on Bristol board, there's no wrong way to assemble. Play your favorite music, experiment with layouts, and enjoy the process. You might need to add or rearrange elements to enhance the aesthetic cohesion, and that's perfectly fine.
Bianca’s Vision Board for 2024
Creating a vision board is more than a creative endeavor; it's a powerful tool to manifest your dreams, refocus your energy, and set the stage for a transformative year. Embrace the process, believe in the power of your goals, and watch as your vision becomes a reality.
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Photo Bianca Venchiarutti, the writer of The Twenties Detox
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