“Somehow I can’t believe there are any heights that can’t be scaled by a man who knows the secret of making dreams come true. This special secret, it seems to me, can be summarized in four C’s. They are Curiosity, Confidence, Courage, and Constancy and the greatest of these is Confidence. When you believe a thing, believe it all the way, implicitly and unquestionably.”
Walt Disney, Visionary
Walt Disney was an exemplary visionary whose joyful efforts to create a world of wonder will leave a legacy of inspiration for us all. He was a dreamer who knew how to have his head in the clouds and two feet firmly on the Earth. Walt’s secret to materialising his dreams was not lost on a daydreamer like me. That is a superpower that I want to develop throughout my time here in this life.
Mapping out your long-term vision is the first step to creating the future that you desire, but if you stop here, you may become disheartened by the lack of momentum in your life. Utilising your vision to create medium and short-term goals with easy, actionable steps will keep you on track while you relish the small wins along the way.
Now is the time to map out the next 12 months with the highlights you will manifest. This is your chance to be bold and courageous and dream big. Your subconscious mind thinks in pictures, feelings and senses, so enjoy some time seeking images from magazines, books, online or drawn from your imagination that speak to your soul’s vision for you.
Make yourself a vision board, otherwise known as a treasure map, that will re-inspire you each morning. If you want to touch your dreams, you have to make your daily habits align with your new self. Making it visible brings your subconscious dreams into your conscious reality.
The more you visualise and hold in your mind what you want, the more your brain becomes aware of opportunities for you to achieve it. You will begin to filter out the information that is not relevant to your purpose and notice more of what matters. The act of envisioning and becoming the conductor of your best life will shape your neural pathways moment by moment. You are actively rewiring your brain to focus on and achieve your dreams.
Create your vision board
Step 1 – Gather your dreams and goals
Figure out what you really want – reflect on your guided journal so far to guide your search for images and words that align with your dreams and goals.
Some extra techniques to foster ideas and gain mental clarity:
- Meditation
- Use music to inspire you
- Organise a group of friends or work through ideas with a partner
- Ask your counsellor or mentor to guide you through this process
- Exercise – a 20-minute walk to release endorphins and boost brain activity
- Journal Writing – Free-hand journal writing is powerful
- Unplug from technology and allow creativity to flow
- Find a vision board workshop running in your local community, or better yet, set one up yourself!
Step 2 – Find inspiration
Consider different areas of life such as health, family, relationships, career, mind, emotions, and soul desires. Use a piece of paper to gather and map out your priorities for the next 12 months. Find images in magazines or online that show how you want to feel and look, what you want to do and how you want to be. Gather photos of yourself and the important people in your life. Source your guiding words for the year and your favourite quotes and affirmations.
Step 3 – Personalise with Images, words, and affirmations
Take these inspiring images, photos and words, and pin or paste them creatively onto your Vision Board. Add your own handwritten words or symbols around the images.
Write in bold, “This or something better, now manifests for the highest good of all”
Display your masterpiece somewhere that you will see every day to keep your dreams at the top of your mind.
Step 4 – Boost your vision board
Music has the power to instantly motivate, excite, and shift your mindset. Create a playlist with songs that remind you about your dreams. Seek podcasts, books, and quotations to motivate you and listen to them regularly. ?Keep your vision alive by adding to your board or refresh it completely as you evolve.
Vision Statement
A vision statement is a sentence or short paragraph that encompasses your overarching dream, your long-term goal, and the direction that you are heading. Businesses create vision statements at the foundation phase of their development to give clarity to their objectives, i.e., where they are heading. A company’s vision must align with its mission, strategic planning, culture, and core values. Its purpose is to guide the planning process.
- Dream big and keep it broad so that it captures your
- Think long-term -> 5 years or more
- Use present tense – “To live authentically…” or “To have abundant courage…”
- Be clear so that you can picture it
- Add passion and make it inspiring by using emotional words
Declare here how you see your future self, as if it were true now, in bold and brave words.
Here are some vision statements from well-known brands to help you get a sense of how to word your own. Yours can be longer than the examples below, but it should be something that you can commit to memory and say to yourself to keep you on track.
Tesla
“To create the most compelling car company of the 21st century by driving the world’s transition to electric vehicles.”
Apple
“To make the best products on earth and to leave the world better than we found it. “
Samsung
“Inspire the world with our innovative technologies, products and design that enrich people’s lives and contribute to social prosperity.”
Oxfam
“A world without poverty.”
Mission Statement
A mission statement is an action-based description of how you will be of service in your life, how you show up in the world, and the legacy you want to leave. Just like a vision statement, it must align with your core values. It provides clarity on who you are, what you stand for and how you do you.
- Use present tense verbs (doing words that describe an action).
- Be clear so that you can see yourself doing the action.
- Use emotive words such as “To confidently communicate…”
- Use between one and three sentences, and don’t exceed 100 words.
Declare what you want to DO from this day forward. Write it down and put it in your wallet to remind you of your mission.
Here are some ideas to get your juices flowing and inspire your mission in life:
- “To use my skilful writing to inspire and educate others around the world to make a change.”
- “To inspire children and youth to be more than they thought they could be.”
- “To be an innovative leader to my team, live a balanced life and make a difference.”
- “To thrive in my adventurous journey through life and learn life’s lessons along the way.”
- “To create innovative healthcare solutions that improve the quality of life of others.”
- “To compassionately help people heal and find hope after loss.”
- “To positively impact the life of every person I encounter.”
- “To creatively develop new opportunities for today’s youth.”
- “To generously equip others with the tools and resources to pursue the life they want to live.”
- “To passionately support and elevate those around me.”
- “To create educational and entertaining stories that inspire people around the world.”
- “To joyfully pursue lifelong learning and inspire others to do the same.”
- “To express unconditional love and compassion towards people, the planet and all sentient beings.”
- “To be a source of bright hope by offering humility, optimism and support to everyone I meet.”
- “To bring awe-inspiring beauty into the world through art and design.”
- “To empower young minds and create compassionate, empathetic and hard-working members of society.”
- “To leave the world brighter and better than I found it.”
“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”
— Walt Disney, Visionary
Staying on track
Over the next 12 months, it is important to set up small, actionable steps that keep you moving towards the dreams you have envisioned in your journal. These are the goals that align with your core values.
A ship needs to be steered by a mindful and attentive captain and crew, so too, your attention to the plans you have mapped here, plus some accountability, will help them to materialise.
You may want to tell some of your trusted life crew members of your plans to keep you accountable. And you never know who they might know that can help you along the way!
You may start to notice strange synchronicities happening – that is, people will say things that you need to hear at exactly the right time or others come into your life with similar dreams that inspire you. You may be surprised that new opportunities will spontaneously arise and doors will open for you. Don’t be afraid to grasp the opportunity and work out the details later!
Where attention goes, energy flows.
Bring your attention back at the beginning and at the end of each month. Fill in your calendar with events and important information that has happened or is coming up.
How to use the calendar:
- Write three goals for the month that are in line with your guiding words and dreams.
- Fill in the calendar with actionable steps and activities that align with your journey’s vision.
- Update it as the month progresses with new action steps, events, and any synchronicities that surprise you.
- Write your reflective thoughts and feelings about what you have learned or experienced at the end of each month.
Make a commitment to yourself to keep on track with your vision and mission. You have a lot to contribute!
Tides of Change: Your Journey to a More Authentic You ?
Ready to embark on a transformative voyage of self-discovery and personal growth? Tides of Change, our undated guided journal, is your compass. This journal isn’t bound by dates; it’s ready when you are.
? Begin anytime, and make it a part of your yearly ritual for dreaming, planning, and manifesting. ?
Dive deep into your core values, needs, wants, and desires. Unearth limiting thoughts, beliefs, and unwanted patterns that no longer serve you. It’s time to set them free.
Open your heart to a life brimming with vitality and a future that’s genuinely within your reach. The power of writing down your intentions, goals, and dreams is immeasurable.
? Within these pages, you’ll find the tools to:
- Reflect on the past and draw out the lessons to inform a more authentic life
- Cultivate a self-care routine that nourishes your soul.
- Foster a growth mindset, paving the way for personal transformation.
- Clear the mental and emotional clutter, making room for fresh, empowering beliefs.
- Practice gratitude and translate it into compassionate action.
- Plan a future that is heart-centred and self-directed
- Set and eeview your monthly goals that align with your True North
Discover your guiding words and symbols for the year ahead. Use images and symbols to tap into the strength of your subconscious mind. Explore how to create your vision board, vision and mission statements, and stay on track with a monthly planner.
Ready for even more support? Visit our website at www.wellnessarts.com.au, where you’ll find a treasure trove of free resources: supporting meditations, a specially curated playlist, and extra reading material.
Start your creative journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Let the tides of change carry you towards a life that’s true to your heart and full of boundless possibilities.
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