Why Spring (Not January) is the Best Time to Create a Vision Board
For the past 20 years, I’ve been refining and evolving my approach to Vision Boards, both for myself and for the many men I’ve worked with in workshops. What started as a simple practice has developed into a powerful tool for setting intentions, tracking achievements, and consciously creating the life I want. Over time, I’ve realised that when you create a Vision Board matters just as much as how you create one.
January is the traditional time for setting resolutions and making grand plans. But let's be honest—how many of those actually last? The cold, dark days zap energy and motivation, and life’s usual routines quickly take over. That’s why I believe that spring—or any significant event like a birthday—is a far better time to focus on visioning your future.
The Power of Timing
Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and fresh energy. Nature itself is waking up, stretching towards the light, and bursting into new possibilities. Aligning your personal intentions with this natural cycle increases the likelihood of success. You’re more energised, more open to change, and less weighed down by the sluggishness of winter.
Similarly, birthdays and life milestones can be powerful times to reflect and recalibrate. These moments naturally invite us to take stock of where we’ve been and where we want to go. Rather than setting resolutions from a place of post-holiday exhaustion, we can create a Vision Board from a state of inspiration and clarity.
What is a Vision Board?
A Vision Board is a personal set of intentions and goals represented through words and images. It’s a way of mapping out your aspirations for the year ahead and beyond. It’s not just about making a collage of dreams—it’s about creating a tool for real transformation.
How Does a Vision Board Work?
If you don’t know where you are heading, you will end up somewhere else! A Vision Board works by taking time out to know what you truly want to experience in life. It serves as a focus, a reminder, and a guide—not a fixed pathway. Did you know that only 4% of your brain is conscious? That means most of what influences our actions happens on an unconscious level. In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to get distracted and lose focus on what truly matters to us. A Vision Board serves as a constant visual reminder of your aspirations, helping to keep you on track and motivated. It makes the subconscious conscious and keeps you aligned with your values as well.
The Benefits of a Vision Board
Generates and motivates daily action
Puts you in the driving seat of your life
Gives you a direction to follow
Provides a daily focal point
Creates new habits
Keeps track of your progress
Enables you to assess your choices and options
Helps you stay accountable
Vision Board Principles
Creating a powerful and successful Vision Board requires:
Intentions – Be clear about what you want.
Acceptance – Honour where you are now.
Kindness – Be compassionate with yourself.
Patience – Allow the process to unfold.
Ownership – Take responsibility for your path.
Focus – Keep your vision in sight.
Consistency – Engage with your board regularly.
By embracing these principles, you’ll not only achieve your goals but also evolve in the process. A Vision Board isn’t just about reaching destinations—it’s about shaping who you become along the way.
Looking Back to Move Forward
One of the things I love about Vision Boards is that they also become a record of growth. Over the years, I’ve looked back at my past boards and seen how far I’ve come. Some goals have been achieved in unexpected ways, while others have shifted as I’ve grown. This is why I now include a section on achievements—because celebrating progress is just as important as setting new intentions.
If you’ve never created a Vision Board, or if you’ve only ever done one in January, I invite you to try something different this year. Take advantage of the energy of spring, a birthday, or another meaningful time in your life. Give yourself the gift of reflection, clarity, and intention-setting when you feel most ready for it.
I’ve shared photos of my Vision Boards over the years to inspire you. And if you’d like to explore this process more deeply, I run Vision Board workshops where we create, reflect, and connect throughout the year.
Now is the perfect time to plant the seeds of your future. Are you ready?
Enjoy the day you create.
Until next time
Martin
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