Visualizing Joy: Create a Fantastic Vision Board for More Happiness

What the Experts Say About Making a Vision Board

In the article, The Science Behind Vision Boards, Dr. Tara Swart, neuroscientist says, “Looking at images on a vision board primes the brain to grasp opportunities that may otherwise go unnoticed. That’s because the brain has a process called ‘value-tagging’ which imprints important things onto your subconscious and filters out unnecessary information.  The brain assigns a higher ‘value’ to images than written words on a ‘to-do’ list,” says Swart, “And the more you look at those images, the more those images move up in importance.”  Read on.

In Psychology Today, Tchiki Davis, PhD, discusses the difference between the junk science of manifesting and the law of attraction, but states, “Of course we can manifest positive things in our lives—if we couldn’t then what would be the point of therapy, wellness interventions, or any of the tools we use to help people?”  Read What is Manifestation?  Science-Based Ways to Manifest for more insight as to how vision boards can help you manifest.

In Visualize Your Way to Success: The Power of Vision for Personal Development, Benjemen Elengovan delves into the potency of visualization, drawing insights from the achievements of icons like Michael Phelps and Oprah Winfrey who harness these techniques. The article also explores a study conducted by Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at the Dominican University in California. Dr. Matthews assembled a diverse group of 267 individuals and found that those who consistently wrote down their aspirations were 42% more likely to realize them, underscoring the transformative impact of regular goal documentation….and visualization.

Ten Different Types of Vision Boards to Make and Vision Board Party Ideas

1.  Goal-Oriented Vision Board:  Focus on specific goals such as career milestones, fitness achievements, or personal development. Include images and quotes that align with your aspirations.
2. Travel Vision Board:  Compile images of your dream destinations, travel quotes, and experiences you want to have. This board can serve as motivation to save for and plan your next adventure.
3. Wellness Vision Board:  Create a board centered around your well-being. Include images of healthy recipes, workout routines, mindfulness practices, and positive affirmations.
4. Relationship Vision Board:  Visualize your ideal relationships, whether it’s romantic, familial, or friendships. Include pictures that represent the qualities you value in relationships.
5. Dream Home Vision Board:  Collect images of your dream home’s interior, exterior, and decor. This can help you manifest your ideal living space and set goals for homeownership.
6. Career Vision Board:  Feature your professional goals, skills you want to develop, and the type of work environment you desire. Use images and words that reflect your dream career path.
7. Bucket List Vision Board:  Compile a list of experiences you want to have in your lifetime. Include pictures of places to visit, activities to try, and accomplishments you want to achieve.
8. Gratitude Vision Board:  Focus on what you’re grateful for in your life. Include images and words that represent the people, experiences, and aspects of your life that bring you joy.
9. Financial Vision Board:  Visualize your financial goals, whether it’s saving for a house, starting a business, or achieving financial independence. Include images that represent financial success.
10. Hobby/Passion Vision Board:  Feature your hobbies and passions. Include pictures that represent activities you love, whether it’s painting, playing an instrument, or engaging in sports

Ten Tips for Having a Great Vision Board Party

1.  Themed Decorations:  Choose a lively and vibrant theme for your vision board party and decorate the space accordingly. It could be based on colors, seasons, or even a specific vibe like tropical or bohemian.
2. BYOM (Bring Your Own Magazines):  Ask each attendee to bring a stack of magazines that reflect a wide range of interests. This ensures a diverse selection of images for everyone to choose from.
3. Creative Materials:  Provide a variety of creative materials beyond magazines, such as colorful paper, stickers, washi tape, and markers. This allows vision board party participants to add unique touches to their vision boards.
4. Vision Board Contest:  Make it competitive and fun by having a vision board party contest. Categories could include “Most Creative,” “Most Inspiring,” or even “Best Use of Colors.” Offer small prizes for the winners.
5. Background Music and Playlist:  Create a playlist of upbeat and motivating music to keep the energy high. Music can enhance the creative atmosphere and make the party more enjoyable.
6. Interactive Activities:  Break up the vision board party creation process with interactive activities. You could have a mini-game, a short dance break, or even a quick mindfulness exercise to keep things dynamic.
7. Photo Booth Station:  Set up a photo booth with props that match the theme. Encourage participants to take fun and silly pictures to capture memories from the event.
8. Vision Board Bingo:  Create bingo cards with elements commonly found on vision boards (e.g., travel destinations, fitness goals). As participants work on their boards, they can mark off items on their bingo cards.
9. DIY Snack Bar:  Set up a DIY snack bar with a variety of toppings for a fun and interactive snacking experience. This can be a great conversation starter and adds to the overall enjoyment.
10. Group Vision Board:  Dedicate a section for a collaborative vision board where everyone contributes to a shared vision. This can be a great way to showcase the collective creativity and dreams of the group.

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