Seasonal Vision Boards

As we slowly transition from summer to fall, my favorite time of year, I want to share my approach to vision boards. While many people create a yearly vision board at the beginning of the year, I prefer to make one for each season. Each season brings its own goals and benefits that I like to focus on. I find that a yearly vision board can sometimes lead to unrealistic goals, be too broad or vague, or simply be forgotten over time. Creating a seasonal vision board helps me stay accountable and engaged with my intentions. Let’s dive into my personal motivation and the benefits of this seasonal approach.

Why I Do It This Way:

My personal motivation for doing it seasonally instead of yearly is that I can hold myself accountable for the steps I take to reach my end goal. It also serves as a marker because, at the end of each season, I review my goals and see what I have accomplished. The best part is that it sets you up for success by having short-term goals that help you achieve the long-term goals. Every season is only a 3-month period, so it only encourages you to complete your goals in a shorter time frame. The benefits of doing it seasonally are that you can align your work with the seasons instead of having them work against you.

What Each Season Brings:

You can set certain intentions with each season. Each season brings new themes to our lives. These themes can be used to our advantage throughout the year to help us accomplish the most out of those seasons.

Summer Themes: (June 20 - September 21)

Growth, Abundance, Freedom, Community, Exploration, and Relaxation.

Summer brings a peak in nature, relaxation for vacation, a more active lifestyle, and reminds us to be more present. We are going out more often with friends and family, especially outside of the home. Summer invites exploration of new activities and stepping out of comfort zones. We are filled with energy and break out of our normal routine.

Fall Themes: (September 22- December 20)

Harvest, Reflection, Preparation, Change, and Gratitude.

Fall reminds us to let go and change with the weather and ourselves, to celebrate the fruits of our labor from summer, and to unwind. We transition from a busy pace at the beginning of this season to a slower pace toward the end. It encourages us to reflect on our personal journeys as we approach the end of the year. We also move into a more family-oriented time with many major holidays ahead.

Winter Themes: (December 21 – March 20)

Rest, Introspection, Togetherness, Hibernation, Stillness, and Resilience.

Winter signifies a time of rest; it allows us to rejuvenate in preparation for new beginnings. There is stillness and quiet during this season. It encourages us to be more mindful and appreciate the warmth of home. Winter also brings a lot of inner strength, helping us get through such a slower time. Remember, it is vital for us to be still in order to grow into a next season.

Spring Themes: (March 20- June 21)

Rebirth, Transformation, Optimism, Inspiration, Connection to Nature, and Hope.

Spring is a new beginning that awakens us to nature and our inner selves. We can form new ideas and aspirations during this time. We truly bloom and feel more motivated, both physically and mentally. We reconnect with nature and the world around us. It gives us hope for the new season.

Topics I Focus On:

• Career

• Mind/Self

• Beauty

• Health/Wellness

• Marriage

• Travel

  
  

You can make any topic your own that you personally focus on. This is just what I generally concentrate on each season. I am a girly girl, so beauty is a main topic for me, but your topics can look completely different, such as school, faith, or family. I set at least three or more goals for each topic and try to be realistic about what I can accomplish within these three months. I write them down in my journal before creating the visual board, just so I have a clear understanding of what I want from each season.

Where I Create It:

I create a digital vision board on Canva and set it as my wallpaper on my phone. It serves as a reminder to myself during this season of what I want to achieve for myself at this time.

Reflection

After the season is over, I like to reflect and go over what I wrote down to see where I can improve for the next season. I usually set up my room with candles or dim lighting and just take in the end of the season. I use this time to express gratitude for the previous one and anticipate what will come in the next one. I repeat this process for the next season.