I’m excited to share an exercise that has been a cornerstone of my own personal development training programs – intuitive vision board creation. For years, I’ve been using this unique approach, as an activity called “success collage” in my courses. With more and more people getting interested in vision or dream boards I thought I should share this approach. Unlike traditional vision boards, this method taps into the innate power of the subconscious mind to guide the manifestation of our dreams. In the good old days, I used to carry tons of old magazines to the training sessions so that the participants could find their pictures and create their own collages, however, we now have Vision Board Clip Art books that have hundreds of images ready for you to cut and paste.
The Process
Creating a vision board in this manner is a deeply personal and instinctive process since rather than relying on cerebral exercises, I encourage participants to let their subconscious take the lead. Through a series of exercises and reflections, we explore the elements that would constitute their dream life. This process is not about overthinking; rather, it’s about feeling and connecting with the essence of our aspirations. When your conscious and subconscious are in alignment that is when manifestations happen!
How This Is Different From Traditional Vision Board Creation
In this journey, I’ve found that the success collage approach offers a departure from conventional vision boards because it engages the power of our inner self. By relinquishing control and allowing the subconscious mind to guide the process, we often experience a more profound connection with our desires and it becomes a dance with creativity and intuition that often yields unexpected, yet deeply resonant, results.
Alignment With Values & Purpose
The magic of the success collage doesn’t end with the creation of a visually appealing board as we further delve into the significance of aligning these visions with our personal values and purpose. If our desires are in conflict with the values we hold dear, then good luck trying to manifest them! This additional layer adds authenticity and depth to the collage, ensuring that each element is a true reflection of the individual’s innermost desires.
How I Create My Own Vision Boards
I make a vision board or success collage each year on my birthday, it is my deeply personal and reflective birthday ritual. It always surprises me how I end up with images that I had not even thought about, but they somehow just jump up from the pages and ‘speak’ to me. Many of my images are metaphoric rather than literal as you can see from the image below. I feel the literal traps us into wanting that particular thing to happen, whereas the Universe has a very unique (sometimes convoluted) way of delivering our manifestations.
For those eager to embark on their vision board journey, here are some tips:
- Gather all your magazines and vision board books.
- Begin with a quiet and reflective mindset.
- Flip through the pictures and select the ones you already have thought about as your goals or desires.
- As you flip through the pages cut out any image that jumps out at you or you feel drawn towards. Ask yourself what this is saying to you and sometimes you will just know that the meaning is deeper than the visual itself. Trust your instincts and don’t overanalyze the process.
- After creating your success collage, reflect on your values and ensure alignment.
In the realm of personal development, the journey is as important as the destination and the art of subconscious-guided vision board creation is proof of the incredible power of our subconscious minds. As you consider your own dreams and aspirations, I encourage you to embrace your inner self and trust the process. Let your success collage be a testament to the incredible possibilities that lie within you.
Please do share your experiences with intuitive vision board creation in the comments below. Let’s continue this inspiring conversation and empower each other on our unique journeys towards realizing our dreams.
Below are links to my Vision Board books that come with guides and prompts to help you in this journey.
My New Life Vision Board Book For Women
My Life Ahead Vision Board Book For Teens & College Students
My Business Success Vision Board Book For Women Entrepreneurs
