What's Your Vision?

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As we prepare to enter the new year it is time to rethink, refocus, and re tune ideas for the future. One of the best ways to jump start the new year is to create goals and objectives you wish to complete. I would be lying if I said I never have issues staying on track with my goals. Most times I either forget them or give up hastily if I have difficulty accomplishing them.This year I decided to try something new to improve my goal setting and attaining. I had heard of vision boards in the past but after recently reading the story of Lucinda Cross, a former convict who's life was changed with the help of vision boards (read more here), I knew it was something I had to try.

Vision boards, also known as dream or inspiration boards are a visual technique for creating and pursuing your dreams. It's often said that if you see something over and over again, you are most likely to remember it and this holds true for ideas and plans. Dreams can become realities when they move from your thoughts to actions.

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The process of creating a vision board consists of cutting photos and phrases from magazines and catalogues. These images and quotes can represent who you are, where you are in life, and where you hope to be. Positive thoughts, words of affirmation, and visions of the life you want can all be added to the board. Great topics to envision through your board include financial prosperity, health and fitness, travel, education, and career.

 Most vision boards are created using poster board or cork board, but online versions can also be made, especially through the popular website Pinterest. One important aspect to consider when creating a vision board is where you will place it.  It should be placed in an area where it can be easily seen and offers the ability to  constantly reassess your goals (i.e. a window sill or bedroom or office wall).

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A vision board party is a great way to get the ball rolling on this craft. When like minded people are together, they can feed off of one another's positive energy. Being with other's who want to take control of their lives may also encourage you to do the same. So grab a group of friends, put on great music, pour yourself a drink, and get to cutting!

Hear are some other tips to help set and execute your vision for 2015:

1. Congratulate Yourself- Many people say they want to change but never do the things necessary to make their ideas come to fruition. By simply stating you want to change and working towards it, you are one step closer to completing your task.

2. Don't Stress- As the old adage goes"If at first you don't succeed, try,try,try again!" If your road does not go exactly as "planned", don't fret. Many times you may have to stop, regroup, and re tune your plans to get to your ultimate goals. The great thing about a vision board is it can help you remember where you want to be and hopefully give you the drive to keep going.

3.Take Small Steps- Though your dreams may be big (and they should be!), it can sometimes be overwhelming if you try to do to many things at once. Rather, efficiency can be achieved by breaking goals down into smaller parts so they are easier to tackle.

4. Copy- There is nothing wrong with taking a page out of another person's book who is where you want to be. Often times the best inspiration comes from seeing other individuals who have what you want.A great place to start is by following blogs, read inspiration books or autobiographical, and speaking with people you admire.

5. Have Fun- Life is meant to be lived, no matter what situation you are in. Even if you are not where you aspire to be, take a deep breath and enjoy the blessing of being alive. Find enjoyment in the everyday things, no matter how small they may look in your eyes.

With the help of a few magazines (and glasses of wine) I completed my vision board.

The finished product!

Have you done vision boarding in the past or plan to do one? What will you focus on?

Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year!