How to make your vision board

Creating a vision board is a fun and creative way to visualize your goals and dreams. It’s like making a collage of everything you want to attract into your life! Here's a simple step-by-step guide to help you create your own vision board.

1. Gather Your Materials

Before you start, gather everything you’ll need. You’ll need a large piece of poster board or a corkboard. You’ll also need scissors, glue or tape, magazines, and markers. If you want to make it digital, you can use apps like Canva or Pinterest. You can also print out photos and words that represent your goals.

2. Identify Your Goals and Dreams

Take a moment to think about what you want to achieve. Vision boards work best when you focus on specific areas of your life, like health, career, relationships, or personal growth. Write down your goals so you have a clear idea of what you’re aiming for. For example, you might want to grow your art career, travel to new places, or practice more self-care.

3. Find Inspiring Images

Next, look for images that match your dreams. This is where the magazines come in handy! Cut out pictures, words, or quotes that inspire you and represent your goals. For example, if you want to grow as an artist, find pictures of beautiful artwork, creative spaces, or people who inspire you. You can also print pictures from the internet.

4. Arrange and Organize Your Board

Now comes the fun part—arranging everything on your board! There’s no right or wrong way to do this, so feel free to get creative. You can organize by themes (e.g., career on one side, health on the other) or mix everything together. The key is to make it visually appealing and meaningful to you. Don’t worry about perfection—this is all about expressing your dreams.

5. Add Words or Affirmations

Besides pictures, adding positive words, mantras, or affirmations can help make your vision board even more powerful. Words like "success," "happiness," or "growth" can give extra meaning to your board. If you’re trying to grow your art career, you might write, “I am a successful artist” or “Creativity flows through me.” These words can help you stay focused on your goals.

6. Place Your Vision Board Somewhere Visible

Once your board is complete, place it somewhere you’ll see it every day, like above your desk or in your bedroom. The more often you look at it, the more it will remind you of your goals and keep you motivated to work toward them. A digital vision board can be your phone wallpaper or your computer background.

While a vision board is an incredible tool for visualizing your goals, it’s important to take real steps toward achieving them. Look at your board regularly, but also ask yourself what actions you can take to make those dreams a reality.

Creating a vision board is an exciting and motivating process. By visualizing your goals and dreams, you can align your energy and actions to make them happen. Plus, it’s a fun way to explore your creativity while planning for the future!

Leila Nabih

Author and Illustrator of Children’s picture books

https://www.leilanabih.com
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