So, you’re ready to manifest your dreams and create the life you totally deserve? Welcome to the world of vision boards! Creating a vision board is such a fun and empowering way to motivate yourself, level up, and become clear on your goals and dreams. Catch more of this gist in the episode on How to Constantly Level Up, Motivate Yourself, Maximize Your Time, and Keep Growing from the Him & Her podcast.
A vision board is like a visual bucket list where you literally map out exactly what you want and how you want every area of your life to look like. From dream jobs to perfect relationships to ideal vacay spots, pinning pictures of your aspirations in one place trains your subconscious to attract those things into your life.
When creating a vision board, you’re not just randomly pasting pictures on a poster board or screen. This is you setting your sights on what you really want and declaring it to the universe! This is why we’re here to walk you through everything you need to know to create your own vision board.
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How To Make A Vision Board For Manifestation
Step 1: Identify what you want to manifest.
Before anything, you must ask yourself what you genuinely want to attract into your life. Picture every area of your life that you’d love to enhance. The more specific you are, the stronger the energy you’re putting out there. So don’t just think, “I want success.” Instead, think about what success looks like for you.
Step 2: Gather your materials.
Now, for the fun part: finding the visuals! Gather images, quotes, and anything that symbolizes your goals. Scour your stash of magazines, save pics from Pinterest, print photos anything that represents what you’re trying to manifest. Get a variety of words, places, people, and objects. The more vibrant and detailed your vision board, the easier it is to visualize it coming true. We recommend using a nice big poster board the BIGGER, the BETTER!
You can also add a few manifestation quotes or power words to set the tone for your goals and help keep your energy pumped for what you’re manifesting. Consider throwing in little items that hold meaning for you, like a ticket from a concert that inspired you or a leaf that reminds you of a peaceful place.
Step 3: Set the scene.
Find a comfy space where you can spread out your materials and really zone in. Choose a space that feels inspiring. Light a candle, play some chill music, throw on your Create a Life You Love sweatshirt or grab a cozy blanket, and step into the energy you want to manifest.
This is also the perfect time to get in the right headspace. Say your desires and intentions out loud as you collect your thoughts. But also make sure all your materials are within arm’s reach so you can prep everything and stay in the flow without distractions.
Step 4: Arrange your vision board.
To arrange your vision board, start by laying everything out on your poster board (or arranging digitally if you’re using digital vision boards). But, don’t just stick things down randomly. Play around with the layout. Place your biggest, most important goals front and center. This is your board’s main focus and where your energy should flow first.
Try grouping your pictures and quotes by themes, like career, relationships, health, or travel. This way, every section reminds you of a specific part of your dreams. When you’re done, you can add a few finishing touches, like glitter or designs that will really help personalize your vision board.
Step 5: Display your vision board.
After all that work, your vision board deserves a spot that’s front and center. Think about a spot that’s unavoidable, like above your bed so it’s the last thing you see at night and first in the morning, on your bathroom mirror to gaze at during your self-care routine, or right by your home office where you’ll view it all day as you’re crushing your business or career goals.
You could even switch it up between spaces. Rotate your board between rooms for a fresh blast of inspiration each week. We also recommend taking a pic of your vision board to use as your phone or laptop background. That way, your goals will be in your face no matter where you are. The point is that every time you catch a glimpse of it, it should remind you of what you’re working toward and keep your manifestation quotes fresh in your mind.
Step 6: Visualize your goals daily.
Now that we’ve set up our beautiful vision board, it’s time to fully manifest and make it a daily habit. Start your day by taking a few minutes to connect with your vision board.
Picture every detail: how it feels, what you see, who you’re with, and even the sounds around you. Walk through scenes of celebrating your new promotion at happy hour with friends, escaping to Bali for three months of soul-searching, or cuddling with your soulmate by a cozy fireplace. Envision the emotions and sensations, and get as specific as you can.
You can also use your preferred manifestation technique to draw what you want into your life. The more you engage with your board and its messages, the more you align your energy with what you desire for your life. To learn more on how to make this a daily habit, tune it to this episode of Let’s Get Dressed.
4 Vision Board Ideas
Classic Vision Board
The classic vision board is your creative playground, where you can cut, paste, and arrange images and words that align with your dreams. The beauty of a classic vision board is that you get to physically create something that represents your hopes.
All you have to do is get a nice big poster board as the backdrop, printed in a neutral like white, black, or muted pastel. From there, you glue on images and words in a mosaic-like design, overlapping pieces and mixing up sizes. You can also sprinkle in manifestations you’ve already achieved as a reminder of how far you’ve come.
Theme-Based Vision Board
Theme-based vision boards work with a specific theme or area of your life. If, for example, you’re looking to climb the corporate ladder or explore new career paths, create a board that focuses on your dream job, the skills you want to learn, and the lifestyle you envision. Use images of role models and symbols of what success looks like for you.
Or, if you’re obsessed with exploring the world and have that as part of your goals, a travel-themed vision board is your passport to adventure! Fill it with pictures of dream destinations, cultural experiences, and activities you can’t wait to try. Each time you look at it, you’ll feel that wanderlust ignite, and this will keep you motivated to save and plan your next getaway!
There are so many themes you can choose from. You only need to ensure that you pick one that aligns with your goals, gather the materials, set the scene, and arrange them in a way that excites you!
Digital Vision Board
This option is perfect for all you modern girlies who love to scroll and swipe because it’s super convenient and customizable. We love digital vision boards because they’re easily accessible. You can create them on platforms like Pinterest, Canva, or even your phone’s photo gallery!
They’re perfect for keeping your goals close at hand literally! And they work because you can update them anytime you like. As your goals evolve, your board can too!
Mind-Map Vision Board
If you love to think outside the box, you’ll love a mind-map vision board. This fun and dynamic board allows you to visualize your goals in a unique, interconnected way. The mind-map vision board involves having a central idea surrounded by branches that represent different aspects of your life career, health, relationships, and personal growth. With this layout, you can easily explore the connections between your dreams and see how achieving one goal can support another.
Time to get crafty and start manifesting your dream life!
Well, ladies, we hope these tips have you fired up and ready to create your gorgeous vision board! All you have to do is tap into your desires by visualizing what you want to achieve and bringing in a lot of positive energy. Oh, and don’t forget to ACTUALLY use the board to manifest your goals daily.
You can always check out our Dear Media blog and tune in to our amazing podcasts. We’re always here if you need some more vision board inspo or extra motivation. Because honestly, sometimes the best way to manifest is to keep listening to stories and tips from others who are out here crushing it, too!
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