Welcome to the adventure of manifesting your dreams! If you’re ready to embark on a transformative journey, join me in the world of vision boards—a magical tool that can turn your aspirations into reality. In this guide, we’ll explore the joy of creating a vision board, and using it to manifest your true dream life.

Getting Started

Picture this: you, a cozy space, and a canvas for your dreams. To get started, gather materials like a poster board, scissors, glue, and a plethora of magazines. Find a quiet spot where your creativity can flow uninterrupted.

If you want to create your vision board digitally (like I chose to do), you can use Canva to find images. I then printed it onto a 12 x 18 photo print to hang up.

Setting Intentions

Before diving into the artistic side, reflect on your goals. What do you want to achieve in the short and long term? Are you dreaming of epic outdoor adventures, conquering new hiking trails, or perhaps starting a nature photography project? Define your intentions clearly before moving forward.

Think in all aspects of your life. What are your goals for your financial future? Your future business goals? Do you want to find love? Do you want to be married? Do you want to have a fridge full of food or a giant tree house? Take the time to really visualize your dream life.

Gathering Materials

Embrace the adventure of flipping through magazines, online images, or even your personal photo collection. Choose visuals that resonate with your goals—whether it’s a breathtaking mountain view, a solo hiker conquering a peak, or a snapshot of your dream camper van.

Gratitude has a great article of 110 Vision Board Ideas For All Areas of Life. This will help get some ideas flowing!

Creating the Board

Let your creativity run wild! Arrange and glue your chosen elements onto the board in a way that feels visually appealing and inspiring. Your vision board is a personal masterpiece, so there’s no right or wrong way to design it. Use colors, patterns, and layouts that bring you joy.

Adding Affirmations

Boost the power of your vision board by incorporating positive affirmations. Write down affirmations that align with your goals, such as “I am a fearless adventurer” or “Every step I take brings me closer to my dreams.” These affirmations will infuse your vision board with positive energy.

Visualization Techniques

Now that your vision board is a work of art, let’s talk about visualization. Spend time regularly looking at your board, immersing yourself in the images and affirmations. Close your eyes and imagine yourself living the adventures depicted. Visualization is a potent tool for turning your dreams into reality.

Examples of What Is On My Vision Board

  • My 2024 Vision Board
    • A fridge full of healthy food
    • Hiking more 14ers
    • Learning to play keyboard
    • Climbing gym more often
    • Raw food diet for my dog/cat
    • Music festivals
    • My van turned into a mobile pet photography studio
  • My Next 3 Years Vision Board
    • Alaska for the summer
    • Buying a house in the woods
    • Vising New Zealand and Africa
    • Opening my rescue/shelter
    • A giant tree house
    • Ice climbing in Alaska and climbing in Yosemite
    • Giant treehouse
    • My whole family being financially free
    • My dream car and motorcycle
    • A farm filled with cows, pigs, chickens, goats, all of the animals!


As we conclude this exhilarating guide, envision your dreams taking flight on the wings of your Adventure Vision Board. The canvas you’ve crafted is more than just images and affirmations—it’s a roadmap to extraordinary experiences and personal growth. Embrace the journey, celebrate the process, and let the magic of your aspirations unfold. May your Adventure Vision Board be a constant reminder that every step you take brings you closer to the thrill of living your dreams. Here’s to the adventures that await and the incredible stories you’ll create along the way. Safe travels on your path to a life redefined by the spirit of exploration!

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