Creating my first vision board was an eye-opening experience.
My Reflection Notes (M-R-N) is a monthly blog series by Oreoluwa Aremo, where she shares her experiences as a community builder navigating the subtle art of living & nurturing communities.
The first time I heard about vision boards was in 2016 if my memory serves me right. A Nigerian blogger hosted a vision board session, and I found the experience intriguing, even though I didn’t attend.
Vision boards are a great way of getting yourself focused on your goals, wants and needs. 2023 is the first time I created one, and I facilitated a workshop for the SWIT Community; I consider this an eye-opening experience.
Below are a few lessons learnt from creating my first vision board:
There is a great joy that comes with having a clear mind. 2022 was a challenging year for me. I was losing my zeal to achieve my goals. However, after analysing the opportunities in 2023, I created clear goals and steps to achieve them. The trick is to be honest, and take responsibility.
There are different ways to get in tune with creativity, and this is one of them. I am a creative person. While working on my vision board on Canvas, I realised it was a great way to experience myself visually. Someone once told me I would be a great designer, and I agree.
There is no harm in thinking big. Being a visionary comes in different forms and sizes. I find it overwhelming to think too far ahead because of my fear of the unknown. It was comforting knowing that there was zero pressure creating a vision board for me to consume alone.
Being flexible isn’t a crime, for real. While there isn’t any harm in thinking big, it is also important to know that being flexible with your goals is okay. You are not cheating if you do this. Your vision board can evolve and change as your goals and aspirations evolve and change over time.
I need an accountability partner that isn’t my husband. One of the perks of the workshop with the SWIT community is that we were paired with an accountability partner. My accountability partner is also a friend, and we had a great session reviewing our quarterly goals. It is beautiful to have people around you who think like you and are willing to learn and grow.
You can view the slides for the vision board session with the SWIT Community here. Remember, there is always time to start and be kind to yourself.
Till next time,
Ọrẹolúwa.
