It’s a new year and you know what that means: a ton of messaging about a “new” you. Well, for the record, we think you’re fabulous. (And that color looks great on you, BTW.)
But if you’re looking to fire up your fabulousness or craving a change this year, a vision board may help you achieve your goals. According to therapist Lori Gordon-Michaeli, LCSW, a simple collage of images and inspiring words can be a powerful reminder and motivator for success.
“It’s like a big sticky note saying, “This is my goal. This is what I’m working toward” — because life does have a way of getting in the way of our goals and distracting us. And those distractions can really take us off our path,” she said.
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What is a vision board?
As the name implies, a vision board is a collage of images and words on a board that provide a visual reminder of a goal you want to achieve during a set amount of time. Your goal can be something you want to accomplish in 10 weeks or 10 months or 10 years. The key is to be realistic about the goal and the timing.
From personal relationships to career, travel and health goals, your vision board can represent any realistic objective (spoiler alert: adding photos of Channing Tatum probably won’t make him magically appear on your next blind date — but if he does, you’re welcome!) So, grab a stack of last year’s magazines, your scissors and glue stick and get ready to manifest the Tatum out of 2025.
Here are Gordon-Michaeli’s tips for how to make a vision board and make it work for you.
How to make a vision board
Step 1: Define your goal. You want your goal to be concrete and achievable, which will help set you up for success. If you’re not exactly sure what your goal is, start broad and narrow down your focus. For example, if your goal is to improve your health, how are you going to do that? Maybe that means running a 5K this year.
Step 2: Gather your supplies. Start with a large piece of cardboard or paper that has ample space for you to be creative (think: bigger than a standard piece of paper — but if that’s all you have, go for it. Or use the side of a cardboard box you have lying around.) Gather magazines and glue sticks or tape — whatever you have to secure the images to the board.
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Step 3: Build your board. Your vision board should be something that attracts your eye and your mind, keeps you on point and reminds you of your goal every time you look at it. As you’re gathering images and adding words, ask yourself questions about your goal such as:
- What’s my timeline?
- What is my plan?
- How am I going to execute my plan?
- What does achieving my goal look like?
It’s important to bring in representation of what success looks like to you. For example, using the 5K again, you can add in an image of a gold medal or the word “victory” to the board.
Step 4: Add sentimental touches. Personal photos of yourself or your family or friends adds another layer of inspiration. These images can represent a happy time or serve as a reminder that you have people cheering you on. Other personal touches like your favorite flower or animal or a favorite saying can also help you connect to your goal.
Step 5: Put the board where you see it often. You want to put your vision board in a place where you can spend a little time in front of it — not just walk past it — like in a home office or the bedroom. Every time you see the vision board, close your eyes and imagine yourself in the place or doing the activity or having the item your board represents.
Vision board goals
In addition to manifesting, vision boards also remind you that you have something to look forward to. So, what happens when you reach the goal? Time for a new board! Channing Tatum won’t be single forever.
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