What is a vision board and what is it for?
Often you’ll hear people talking about vision boards or dream boards.
Some have one by their desk, while others prefer to set theirs as a computer background or even as a phone background.
But have you ever wondered what is a vision board? Keep reading and you’ll find out.
Definition of a vision board
What is a vision board? A vision board or dream board is a collage (set of photos, text, icons) where all the images or text help you spark an emotion, feeling or motivation to achieve a goal or succeed in business.
It’s about giving free reign to your creativity in a fun and open way, so you can express the goal you want to achieve.
But what is it for?
So, now you know what is a vision board. But what is it for? The main aim of a dream board is to remember and help you visualize your goals on a daily basis, so that you unconsciously feel that every day you should do something to get a little closer to your dreams. To do this, you should frame it on your wall, put it on your desk or set it as a screen background for your computer or phone.
If you’re a bit shy, you can always keep it in a place where only you can see it. But remember to take a look at it daily!
We’re so busy with our day-to-day lives that often we forget about the main goal that we’ve been dreaming about for so long, both on a personal and professional level.
One study has shown that 1 in every 4 small business owners use vision boards. In addition, 76% have recognized that their business is where they envisioned. 82% of small businesses that have used a dream board have achieved over half of their goals.
Set your ideas, goals and dreams free. What do you need?
Choose one or two goals
Choose realistic objectives that also pose a challenge over a period of time.
For example, finishing a college degree or buying a car within two years.
Images for a vision board
Look for images that give you the necessary motivation to continue trying. This could be a mountain landscape or a map or even a person who found his/her lifelong calling after finishing a degree, for example.
You can even include an image that has more specific and personal significance, as long as it expresses that feeling of fighting back and moving forward.
Motivational quotes for a dream board
There are many quotes that stick in your mind and encourage you to pursue your dream. Choose 1 or 2 of these that you like and that motivate you.
You can get inspired by reading this page on 50 motivational and inspirational quotes.
Now you have everything you need to create your own vision board. But none of that matters if you don’t have:
- Hope and enthusiasm about fulfilling your goals.
- Consistency and regularity in sticking to your path.
- Flexibility for possible unforeseen events that may occur.
Examples of success due to a strong vision
Read the following examples of famous people who succeeded in their lives by using a dream board, at least indirectly.
These examples have always been clear about what their goal in life was and fought for it regardless of the number of times they fell and got back up again.
Oprah Winfrey
Thanks to her vision, this great television presenter succeeded in getting out of poverty and becoming one of the most successful and wealthiest women in the world. Raised by her grandmother in difficult circumstances, Oprah Winfrey used strong imagery to motivate herself: “My life won’t be like that, it will be better!”
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Arnold has successfully achieved all his goals. After winning Mr. Olympia four consecutive times, he kept a picture of Reg Park to stay motivated every day. When he moved on to acting and politics, Arnold applied the same principles and mental tricks he did in bodybuilding. “Create a vision of who you want to be, and then live into that picture as if it were already true.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
Create your vision board. What are you waiting for?
Now that you know what is a vision board and what it’s for, it’s time to create one! Don’t miss out on our next article about how to create a vision board.
Learn about an incredible tool to create collages or vision boards. Best of all, it’s easy to use!
