Most vision boards look good...

Most vision boards look good…

But they don’t actually guide decisions

If your board only has houses, cars, and “someday” goals — it might be inspiring, but it’s not helping you move today

That’s why I want to share a simple vision board framework I use with artists who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to focus on next.

This isn’t about manifesting harder.

It’s about clarity, alignment, and direction.

The 10-Category Vision Board Framework

Rule: 2 images or words per category

That’s it.

20 total items → full board → real clarity.

1. Creativity & Self-Expression

This is the fuel.

• Your music

• Your art

• The feeling you want to create

• The version of you that feels most alive

Ask Yourself:

What does creating at your highest level actually look like for you?

2. Home & Family

If money wasn’t the issue…

• How would you spend your time?

• Who would you be present with?

• What would “peace” look like day to day?

Ask Yourself:

What does your life look like outside of work when things are going right?

3. Professional Goals

This one’s familiar — but be specific.

• Tours

• Awards

• Metrics

• Roles

• Recognition

Ask Yourself:

What would make you say: “I’m proud of how far I’ve come”?

4. Personal Growth & Development

This is about who you’re becoming.

• Discipline

• Dependability

• Organization

• Consistency

You can use words, symbols, or metaphors here.

Ask Yourself:

What skills or habits would completely change your life if you mastered them?

5. Health & Wellness

Health always becomes the priority after success — unless you choose it earlier.

• Physical health

• Mental clarity

• Energy

• Longevity

Ask Yourself:

What does being healthy enough to enjoy your success actually look like?

6. Financial Stability

This isn’t just “rich.”

• Income targets

• Savings

• Security

• Freedom

Ask Yourself:

How much do you need to feel calm, safe, and in control?

7. Travel & Adventure

Movement creates perspective.

• Places

• Types of trips

• Experiences

Ask Yourself:

Where do you want life to take you — literally?

8. Relationships & Love

This goes deeper than appearances.

• Emotional safety

• Alignment

• Trust

• Support

Ask Yourself:

How do you want to feel in the relationships closest to you?

9. Community & Social Impact

Giving back isn’t just for “someday.”

• Big future impact

• Small things you can do now

One of my favorite examples: Buying a stranger a coffee once a month.

Ask Yourself:

How can you water other people’s gardens — today and in the future?

10. Spirituality & Personal Values

This is the compass.

• Alignment

• Boundaries

• Grounding

• Discernment

Because not every opportunity is meant for you.

Ask Yourself:

What keeps you grounded when things start moving fast?