Vision boards have become wildly popular, and for good reason. They serve as a visual reminder of your dreams and help you stay focused on what you want to attract into your life. But here’s the thing—most people create vision boards that simply don’t work. They paste together magazine clippings, hang the board on a wall, and then… nothing happens.
If you’ve ever wondered how to create a vision board that actually works, you’re in the right place. I’m going to walk you through the process I use with my clients—one that gets real results. Plus, I’ll share the inspiring success story of my client, Aisha, who used vision boards to transform her life in ways she never imagined.
Why Vision Boards Work (When Done Right!)
The Law of Attraction teaches us that we attract what we focus on. A vision board helps you do exactly that—it keeps your goals and desires front and center in your mind. But there’s a catch: a vision board isn’t magic. Simply looking at a collage of dream houses and luxury vacations won’t always bring them into your life. Sometimes it does, but if it isn’t working for you, it may be that your underlying belief is that your vision is not possible. If this is the case, then we need to revamp your beliefs and make it feel real to you now with creative visualization and imagination.
What makes a vision board effective is the emotion behind it. It’s not just about what you see—it’s about what you feel when you look at it. Your vision board should spark joy, excitement, and anticipation. When that happens, you’ll naturally start taking the right actions to make those dreams a reality.
Step 1: Get Clear on What You Truly Want
Before you start cutting out pictures, take a moment to ask yourself: What do I really want? Not what society says you should want. Not what your family expects of you. What do YOU desire?
A great way to get clarity is by taking my free Emotional Index Quiz. Understanding your core emotional needs helps you create a vision board that aligns with what will actually fulfill you—not just what looks good on paper.
For example, if your top need is freedom, your vision board might include images of remote work, travel, or entrepreneurship. If your top need is connection, you might focus on images of close friendships, family gatherings, or meaningful relationships.
Action Step: Take some time to journal about what you truly want in different areas of life: career, relationships, health, finances, personal growth, and fun.
Step 2: Gather Meaningful Images and Words
Now comes the fun part—collecting images. But be intentional about what you choose. Instead of just grabbing a picture of a fancy car or a tropical beach, ask yourself: Does this image make me feel something? Why am I drawn to this image? Is this in alignment with my core values and passions?
When Aisha created her vision board, she didn’t just put up a picture of a generic happy couple—she found an image of a couple walking hand-in-hand on the beach at sunset. Every time she looked at it, she felt the warmth and love she wanted to attract. That emotional connection made all the difference.
As you regularly imagine your dream coming true, seeing it and feeling it, you increase the likelihood of attracting it because it starts to feel real to you. You make the mental shift from “I don’t have this” to creating the experience of living it and having it already.
Action Step: Use magazines, Pinterest, or printouts from online searches to find images that genuinely excite you. Include words or phrases that inspire you (e.g., “abundance,” “joy,” “I am worthy”). Make sure your board has a balance of images—don’t just focus on one area of life.
Step 3: Arrange Your Board with Intention
There’s no right or wrong way to design your vision board, but a little structure can help. Some people like to divide their board into sections: ✨ Top left: Health and Wellness ✨ Top right: Career and Financial Success ✨ Bottom left: Relationships and Love ✨ Bottom right: Personal Growth and Experiences.
When Aisha created her board, she placed her relationship images in the center because finding love was the most important goal for her. Every time she looked at it, she felt excited and inspired.
Action Step: Arrange your images in a way that feels organized and intentional. If one area of your life is more important to you right now, give it more space on your board.
Step 4: Activate Your Vision Board Daily
This is where most people go wrong—they create a vision board and then forget about it. If you really want your board to work, you need to interact with it regularly by imagining your ideal scenario playing out.
Aisha didn’t just glance at her board once in a while. Every morning, she spent five minutes looking at it, imagining herself living the life she had put on that board. She felt what it would be like to have that dream relationship, to wake up in her ideal home, to experience deep joy and connection. Within six months, she met someone who embodied everything she had envisioned in a partner. Within a year, they were engaged. Coincidence? Hardly. Aisha had aligned her energy and actions with her vision, and the universe responded.
Action Step: Place your vision board somewhere you’ll see it daily (bedroom, office, or even as your phone’s wallpaper). Spend a few minutes each day looking at your board and feeling the emotions of already having what’s on it. Say affirmations out loud as you look at your board (e.g., “I am attracting love and abundance every day”).
Step 5: Take Action
Vision boards are not just about sitting back and waiting for miracles to happen. It’s about getting clear on what you want and taking action toward it.
For Aisha, that meant putting herself out there, joining social groups, and being open to meeting new people. For someone else, it might mean applying for jobs, launching a business, or prioritizing self-care, depending on your vision and desires.
Action Step: Every day, ask yourself: What is one small step I can take today to bring me closer to my vision? Then, do it.
Final Thoughts: Your Vision Board is Your Roadmap
If you’ve ever wondered how to create vision boards that actually work, the secret is this: It’s not just about the images—it’s about the emotions, daily focus, and aligned action. Aisha didn’t just make a board and forget about it—she connected emotionally, visualized daily, and took action. The result? She manifested the life she truly wanted.
Now, it’s your turn. What will you put on your vision board? More importantly, how will you feel, and what actions will you take to make it a reality?
If you want to go deeper into how the Law of Attraction really works, I highly recommend reading my book, The Secret Laws of Attraction. It’s packed with insights on how to shift your mindset, clear limiting beliefs, and attract the relationships, both personal and professional, you truly desire.
I also encourage you to take my free Emotional Index Quiz to gain clarity on what you need to feel fulfilled in life and love.
