Jayla Johnson 
Now that the New Year is here, it’s time for setting goals and changing bad habits into new ones for the new 12 months. Most people set resolutions for the New Year. To make these resolutions memorable, assembling a vision board gives any goal or resolution a visual experience. It’s not too late to make a vision board for yourself. Taking time to create a board will you give you the kick-start you need to manifest your future self.
Vision boards serve as a constant reminder of where you want to be and what it is you want to do. Start by selecting the images that are in coordination with what you want for yourself. If your goal is to save a lot of money, look for images that remind you to save like a mound of cash or a piggy bank. A vision board is created based on someone’s preference, so there’s never a wrong way to do it. Completing this board is fairly simple. Gather the materials you’ll need to make one. A picture frame (you can choose the size) or a poster board and a set of images to make your collage. I used to prefer cut out images from magazines, but it got tedious so I looked for an alternative. There’s an app that you can use for all inspiration. PINTEREST.
Pinterest is an image sharing app that you can use to help fill up your vision board. What’s even better? You can make a digital vision board on the app if you don’t want to deal with the hassle of cutting out and pasting each picture. All you have to do is make an account, if you don’t already have one, and start making your board with the option of making it private or public.
Vision boards are important for anyone looking to grow in some way. They can be about one specific goal or many goals. No one has to limit themselves to one dream and it is so great to see how the collage of images turn out. After creating your manifesting vision board, put it somewhere you can see it every day to remind youself of your goals. Let it motivate you throughout the year. Any goal is possible and in reach if you are willing to put the work in to achieve it.
By Jayla Johnson, Illinois State University Alum
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