7 Life Areas To Consider When Crafting Your Vision Board

A vision board is a powerful manifestation tool that will help inspire, motivate and drive us to the direction of what we desire.

I used to think that vision boards only contained the fancy things and the travel destinations on our bucket lists but I learnt that it is and should be so much more than that! Our vision board should encompass all areas of our lives.

I believe that we could live the life that we want simply by choosing to intentionally and consciously design it.

Putting not only the dream house, dream car, dream destinations but also our values, empowering quotes, photos of people who inspire us, it helps in making the board even more effective and powerful. Because the primary purpose of the vision board is to inspire us and to keep us focused.

We should have a clear and specific idea of what we want, where we want to go, the things we’d like to accomplish. The values our next level self embodies. The experiences, feelings, possessions, state of being that she has.

These 7 Life Areas method is what Tony Robbins uses for Date with Destiny when he lets his attendees create their own life boards. I loved how he divided several life areas in a different way than most people. This really got me thinking what matters first and to actually consider other sides of life and not just the usual (goals, destinations, bucket lists, etc).

1. Physical Body

This may include way you want look, how you want feel about your body, a fitness/weight goal. What do you want your health to be like? Every part of your body should be operating at its peak.

Our body is the vehicle with which we do things so it is important that we start to determine how we want it to be and our relationship with it. There are many outside factors that we don’t have control over but for most people, our body and health is something that when we have enough discipline and determination, we can control it.

2. Mind + Emotions

This can include attitude, beliefs that will determine your behavior, emotions or your experience in life (example: bliss, ecstasy, peace) and of course, your mindset and education.

This may be represented by words or symbols. For example, you would like to acquire more knowledge on business, you may put a picture of a bookshelf, or personal development books. Or for happiness, it can be a picture of someone happy and thriving.

3. Relationships

This particularly pertains to our life partners. The most important decision you’re going to make in your life is who you’re going to share your life with. Other relationships such as family will be in number 6. But for now, what’s the kind of relationship that you want? More than physical attributes, we should also set standards on what kind of principles, values and mindset they have in life. I learned that when you don’t share the same values, it’s never going to work and you’ll spend days secretly hoping they’d change. What kind of marriage do you want? What kind of experiences and lifestyle would you like to share and have together?

4. Career/business

I think my current vision board is mostly filled with this one. Haha! This is my favorite part and for my current stage in life and for the future that I want, I feel like it’s just right that this is one of my top priorities. This is also something that I took my time curating pictures for especially as a multi passionate like me who literally wants 700 things at once. It is important for me to be as specific as possible but at the same time, allows freedom for my ever changing heart.

If you’re an entrepreneur or are aspiring to be one, this can have our business goals, products you want to create or services to offer, how will you provide value. It can also have symbols for a sense of fulfillment, how you are learning, job promotion, location independence, etc.

5. Finances

This is the most famous part. Haha! Finances and money in general. This can be about your dream income but not just the amount. You may also put pictures that symbolizes what you’re going to do with that money or the things it allows you to have such as material possessions, dream home, dream car, designer items, equipment. It can also be about travel destinations on your bucket list and other experiences that can symbolize wealth and abundance for you!

For my new vision board, one of the things about finances that I put was my giving goals. I remember an experience where I only realized I reached my monthly income goal was when I was counting my tithes. It was the best feeling ever! Like, I forgot I set that (aka detachment!!) and then it came. That “YES LORD! We did it!!!” feeling is the best feeling ever and it’s super nice to have felt like I’m business partners with God. I want to partner with Him on everything.

6. Social

Who we surround ourselves with determine the course of our life so it is important that we become aware of the people around us. This area may include your network, your friends, and of course, your family. What’s your relationships like? What kind of people are they? What kind of impact do you make on each other’s life? What are the activities you do together?

I really want to have a girl best friend. Like, you know the ones in movies where you share literally everything and are super goofy around each other? That’s what I want. Haha! In my vision board, I put a picture of two girls working out together and having fun. LET’S GROW TOGETHER, GIRLY.

And of course, this includes your hobbies and the ways you nurture your inner child! What are the fun stuff you want to fill your life with? Although when you love what you do it never feels like work, you should also have other hobbies and experiences that fill you with joy.

Do you have new experiences in your list? Restaurants, places.. (Not even) the sky is the limit!

7. Spiritual

We’re not human beings having a spiritual experience. We’re spiritual beings having a human experience. Our vision should include things and experiences not only of the physical realm but also of the spiritual one.

You may put your relationship with God, alignment with your higher-self, self-Mastery and awareness, meditation and prayer practices you would like to stick to. It is also nice to have your values and beliefs up on your board to set a reminder of why you want these things and what grounds you.

I also created a PDF guide for creating your first vision board! It contains lessons I learnt while creating my first vision board. Some from my visualization exercises that taught me what I connected to most, and others I learned recently as I compiled photos for my new board!

I hope you have fun crafting your own dream board!

Posted Curated by: Nicole Constante ! NicoleConstante.co
The Get It, Girl Radio
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Reduce Stress Like a #BossBabe Over the Holidays

The holidays can be tricky - it’s stressful for many of us (myself included) and it truly doesn’t have to be! Yes, we’ll always have things we need to do and places we need to be, but a few tweaks can make everything much more manageable.

So how do we reclaim control and decrease stress during the holidays to ensure we get the rest we all deserve? Below are my go-to tips for actually enjoying ‘the most wonderful time of the year.’

Don’t try to do it all (aka Keeping up with the Jonses).

All the parties, events, and activities you want to do are great but know your limits. Don’t overplan or overcommit yourself to too many activities. You’ll regret it at the end when you feel your holidays flew by and you still don’t feel like you had any time to rest. 

In terms of kids, I’m not a mama, but our Head of Events, Jocelyn Davison, is. Jocelyn’s wise words: don’t worry so much about the mom who does all the Christmas crafts with her kids or brings cookies for the whole class. There’s no need to stress ourselves out over it when there are more important things in life. Have to bring a dessert? Go buy something! Voila!

Remember what matters

When it comes to gifts, Sheldon and I have a very specific and shortlist of people we buy for and even set limits for spending on each other. There’s no need for us to overdo it during a time that can already be financially stressful.

Are there certain people in your family who want to buy gifts for everyone? Set boundaries in advance, or better yet, do a simple gift exchange. This is something we started with both our families. It allows us all to keep costs low and no one feels the need to buy something for everyone. We use drawnames.com for our exchanges where you can create wishlists, limits and more!

Continue taking time for your wellness

Don’t completely book yourself up and forgetting to take time to relax and enjoy the season. Although I don’t keep up with my regular 5 AM routine during the holidays, I do continue taking time to move my body, journal, and meditate. This allows me to be present with family and show up fully ready for catching up with family and friends.

Put your phone away

If there’s an affirmation I repeat to myself during the holiday season it’s, “be present, be here.” As mentioned, continuing my wellness regime allows me to do this, but so does getting off my phone and having conversations with people I don’t see often. Find it hard to stay off your phone? Out of sight out of mind works wonders. Leave it in your purse, or set it in a separate room. 

Make a schedule or to-do list of priorities

I have a list I maintain in December that is just focused on the holidays. I know what events we’re attending, who I have to buy gifts for, and what else I need to do. No, I’m not going to get it all done in one day. Yes, keeping this list updated allows me to stay focused and calm despite the chaos around me. 

What about you? Are there any tips you have for reducing stress during the holidays? We’d love to hear!

Post submission: Jamie Bay | The Wellness Warrior
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The Warrior Collection (10% of all proceeds sold from the Warrior Collection will go directly to support Momentum Walk-In Counselling, a mental health non-profit triage in Edmonton).

Planning A Lifestyle Family Shoot | Yeg Boss Babes

I wanted to share my recent experience working with a stylist for my family photo shoot!

Meet Jen D Style & hear about a day spent with her in my closet!

My worst fear.. picking out an outfit for myself.. and now having to choose outfits for my whole family. UGH. Then I remember that I have connections with a local stylist! YES Kayla, great idea! Let’s get in touch with Jen and see if she is available.

From the first point of contact Jen was amazing to work with, making me feel at ease with my decision to out source my struggles to a professional. She took the time to get to know me using Pinterest boards with my ideal styles, questionnaires and in person chats!

Jen came to my home and helped me sort through my closets in search of the perfect outfits. AND did she ever nail it! I felt so comfortable and was happy that she was able to capture the laid back vibe that I was going for. We weren’t too matchy matchy & all my worries leading up to the shoot were now gone!

I was spoiled once again working with some amazing women getting all fancied up! First I got my hair done by Chelsey at Evolution Salon and my make up by Pam at HP Artistry Makeup & Lashes. I had won the photoshoot experience though HP Artistry by entering an AMAZING instagram contest they had going on!

Next up was my experience with the photographer >>>

CARISSA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

Carissa was the sweetest, kindest soul and we felt so comfortable having her in our home. She did such an amazing job capturing our family and was so patient with my son... & my husband haha.

Thank you to everyone involved and for making this one of the best experainces!

Cheers - Kayla & Family