“A vision
is not just a picture of what could be;
it is an
appeal to our better selves, a call to become something more.”
(Rosebeth
Moss Kanter)
For the
past few years I've made sure that by mid-January I've created
my new vision board for the New Year. Its something that I use to
motivate, encourage and remind myself of the great things I wish to accomplish
and what is truly important to me. As I always say, it’s so easy to get lost in
our day to day and forget about ourselves.
For my
ladies that aren't too clear, a vision board is a sheet of poster board with
cutouts from magazines of words, quotes and pictures. Some also buy color
paper, stickers and other items used for scrap-booking too. The
purpose of the board is to bring clarity and in a way bring to life your
vision. Whether it’s an area you like to improve on, goals
you wish to achieve or an affirmation of your purpose and
dreams.
When
creating an effective vision board I feel it important to remember the
following...
# 1 There
are NO rules! Let your creativity flow. If it speaks to you, add it! Use it all…markers,
crayons, color paper, stickers, and so on. Make it a collage of pictures or
use only words...it’s all up to you!
#2 It doesn't need to make sense to
others! Your vision board is personal and it’s okay if others don't fully understand
what something may mean. For example, on my 2015 vision board below,
you'll see the words "Don't Judge Me". It’s a reminder to myself not to
judge myself too harshly. As we all know we can be our own worst critic at
times.
# 3 It’s a
work in progress! Like the many things on my board, I find the board its self at
times to be so too. I've found myself midyear adding a quote or small picture to
the aboard. As we grow and change so do are goals.
#4 Don't put it away! Make sure it’s in a place that you where
you will see it often. The vision board I made in 2013 is framed in my office. It’s
my favorite and truly centers me on long days.
So ladies this weekend pour yourself a nice glass of wine, pull out some old magazines and let the creativity flow! Remember no goal is too small and no dream is too big.
So ladies this weekend pour yourself a nice glass of wine, pull out some old magazines and let the creativity flow! Remember no goal is too small and no dream is too big.
2013 Vision Board
(Framed in my office)
2015 Vision Board
(Framed in my office)
2015 Vision Board
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