In my last blog, I shared with you about mood boards and using them for your creative projects! If you are new here and haven’t read that yet, I will link it below. I shared there that vision boards are often confused with mood boards—they are similar but have a core difference. Vision boards are part of the visualisation process, working with our imagination and our subconscious to weave something into reality. Mood boards, on the other hand, are a collection of images, fabrics, etc., to create a feeling or style for a particular project.

The Power of Vision Boards: Manifesting Your Dreams

Have you ever heard of a vision board? It’s a simple yet powerful tool that helps you clarify your goals, set intentions, and bring your dreams to life. Whether you’re looking to create a career you love, cultivate personal growth, or bring more joy into your daily life, a vision board can be a beautiful way to visualise and focus on what truly matters to you. In this blog, we’ll explore what a vision board is, why it works, and how you can create one to support your journey.

What is a Vision Board?

A vision board is a collection of images, words, and symbols that represent your dreams and desires. By creating a physical or digital collage, you give your subconscious mind a clear picture of what you are calling into your life. It’s a way of working with the power of visualisation and intention setting to bring those goals closer to reality.

Unlike mood boards, which focus on the feeling or aesthetic of a specific project, vision boards are about the bigger picture, what you want to manifest in your life. They are a beautiful tool to help keep you motivated and aligned with your aspirations.

Why Do Vision Boards Work?

Vision boards work by engaging the subconscious mind. When we regularly see and connect with our desires in a visual way, we begin to naturally take small steps toward them. They serve as a daily reminder of what we are working towards, reinforcing positive thinking and helping us recognise opportunities that align with our dreams.

This process is deeply connected to the idea that what we focus on expands. By placing your vision board somewhere you’ll see it often, whether on your wall, in a journal, or as a phone wallpaper, you keep your goals present in your mind, making it easier to take inspired action.

Vision Boards for Each Season

Just as nature moves through cycles, our lives have seasons too. Something that I like to do is create a vision board in line with natures seasons, by creating a vision board for each season, it supports me to align my goals and intentions with the natural rhythm of life, allowing space for growth, change, and renewal throughout the year. Each season brings it’s own energy, and reflecting this in a vision board can support you stay connected with your intentions in a more organic way.

Autumn – A season of letting go and embracing change. Your autumn vision board might focus on self-reflection, slowing down, and creating cosy moments of nourishment and creativity.
Winter – A time for rest, restoration, and deep dreaming. This is a beautiful time to set intentions around inner work, self-care, and preparing for new beginnings.
Spring – A season of renewal, fresh energy, and growth. Your vision board may focus on new ideas, planting seeds for your dreams, and embracing opportunities.
Summer – A time of abundance, joy, and action. Your summer vision board might include goals related to adventure, expansion, and celebrating your achievements.

How to Create Your Seasonal Vision Board

Gather Your Materials – You can create a physical board using magazines, photos, and paper, or make a digital version using Canva, Pinterest, or other creative tools.
Reflect on Your Intentions – Take a moment to journal or meditate on what you want to focus on for the season ahead.
Choose Images & Words – Select visuals and affirmations that align with your intentions and the energy of the season.
Arrange & Assemble – Lay out your images in a way that feels inspiring and meaningful to you.
Place It Somewhere Visible – Keep your vision board where you can see it daily as a gentle reminder of what you are manifesting.

My Autumn Vision Board

I recently created my own autumn vision board, and it’s filled with warm, earthy tones, cosy moments, and reminders to slow down and reflect. Autumn is a time of transition, and my board helps me stay grounded while embracing change. I’ve included images of golden leaves, warm hot chocolate, creative projects, and words that inspire me to cultivate peace and gratitude.

If you’d like to see my autumn vision board, I’ve created some graphics to share with you. I hope they inspire you to create your own! To create this, I used Canva (you can set up an account for free, just be sure to only use the free graphics). I also add a wish list of ‘Things to Experience.’ Some of these are simple, because I do not need another jobs list—ha! This just reminds me of the little things I really wanted to do, and when I do my full moon gratitude list, I can reflect on these boards too.

Final Thoughts

Vision boards are a beautiful way to connect with your dreams and intentions, and by making them seasonal, you create a practice of reflection and renewal throughout the year. Whether you’re new to vision boards or have been making them for years, I encourage you to try creating one for the current season and see how it shapes your journey.

Do you make vision boards? Have you ever tried creating one for a specific season? I’d love to hear about your experience.