When I was in 4th grade I got my hair cut in a short bob. By 6th grade my hair cut required the stylist using clippers it was so short on the sides and back. So when I decided to grow out my hair, it wasn’t a one month kind of goal.
A few years later my hair was waist length. It’s not a gigantic goal, but it is more impressive when you know that I worked as an espresso barista at a hair salon during this time period. Every day the talented stylists would give women gorgeous haircuts. And there I was… watching it all… wavering… LOL
How’d I keep myself from sitting down in that chair and walking out with short hair again? I cut a photo out of a magazine and taped it up by my mirror where I’d see it several times a day (especially before I left for work). It was a photo of a girl with very long hair. Being reminded of my goal was what kept me from giving up.
Might seem like a bit of a silly comparison, but that’s how I know it works! Maybe I’ll share mine on my blog soon… in the meantime, here’s a cool video you may enjoy. And if you don’t have a vision board yet, I encourage you to create one!
Do you have a vision board? Has it helped you? Please share any thoughts or comments below.
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Hi,
I own a vision board to visionlize where and what i want in my life and business. I must say is very helpful. It keeps you focused on what you want to achieve.
I recommend it for everyone.
Regards,
Pamela
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Thanks, Pamela. It’s a great tool for focus.
Yet another thing for me to learn. What’s a vision board?
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Amy, here’s a blog post that explains what they are and the different types: http://christinekane.com/blog/how-to-make-a-vision-board/
I keep thinking I will make one, but never seem to get around to it. I do, however, do a goal list…which…I usually promptly misplace……Maybe it would be harder to LOSE a vision board! Guess I need to give it a try! ;-)
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Good idea. Bigger things are harder to lose. (Well, in theory anyway!) :)
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Well, sometimes I tried a HUGE vision board, but it did’t work exactly as planned. Then I switch to “Audio visualization exercises”, and they are working fine by now. (I will tell you in December if I reach all the goals or not).
I record my goals, with a vivid description of them, with some important music to companion. Then, with a lower volume, I add some positive affirmations, as sugested by John Asskorf “The Answer” Book.
An alternative for the non-visual persons!
Saludos!!
Gonzalo J. Suárez\’s last blog ..End of “Fascination” series.
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Great idea! Thanks, Gonzalo.
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Michelle ~
I believe the key to success with a vision board is make certain you have a genuine desire and willingness to achieve the goals your vision board depicts.
I created a beautiful vision board some years ago when I first came online but it was a “dud”. The reason it didn’t help me is that I was focusing on an internet marketing niche that was totally WRONG for me. After a couple of years, I finally tossed it out when I realized I wasn’t following my passion.
Your post (love the video!) has encouraged me to re-think the benefits of creating a vision board.
Thanks,
Melanie
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Thanks, Melanie, that’s an important point. It definitely doesn’t work if it’s not in line with what we truly want to achieve.
Jack Canfield has a fabulous vision board with all the things to create your own individualized one. Really nice.
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Got a link? I’d love to know more about it. There’s a guy who *definitely* knows how to make it work. :)