How to Make a Vision Board Using Digital Post It Software

The "vision board" is a relatively new concept made popular in the self-help book "The Secret." The vision board's main purpose is to provide concrete images and connections to otherwise abstract hopes and goals. The theory goes that as you see and reflect on the images that make up your goals and dreams, the universe will respond and bring to you that which you want the most. Whether or not you believe in the supposed "miraculous" nature of the vision board, making your passions and dreams more concrete through imagery is a great way to keep focused and on track toward achieving the future you desire. Vision boards are traditionally made on poster board or on a bulletin board by attaching images and words that will inspire. There is also a digital version of the vision board available for upward of $50 that helps you easily create a vision board screensaver.Alternatively, Digital Post-it Notes from 3M is a handy piece of software that allows you to create sticky notes on your computer desktop as well as create memo boards and virtual bulletin boards. You can use this software for everyday uses, plus you can utilize its unique qualities to create a digital vision board that will sit nicely on your computer desktop. Here's how.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Download the Post-it Notes software. Follow the link provided below to get to the Digital Post-it Notes website and download the free 30-day version, or purchase the program for $20.

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   Get to know the software. Once you download the software, you'll see a yellow Post-it icon on your taskbar. Right-click on it to get the drop-down menu of options.

3. Click on "Memo-boards," and then move to "New Memoboard."

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   Memo board on desktop

   Name your memo board "Vision Board" or another name of your choosing. You'll see your new memo board pop up on screen.

5. Build your vision board. Click on the yellow Post-it note icon on the top of your board to get a note on your board. You can put both pictures and words on your note!

6. Search for images, then click on an image you want to add and drag it onto your Post-it note. You can also copy and paste the image or open an existing image by clicking on the little tack hole on your note. You'll get a drop-down menu; click on the "Note" tab. Then, choose the "Picture" tab, select "Add Picture" and locate and open the photo you want to use.

7. Add additional photos or quotes you find inspirational. When done, simply leave your vision board open on your desktop for viewing, or minimize it when you don't want it seen.

Tips & Warnings

• There are a lot of free digital sticky note programs available online that you can try, but you need one that allows you to use photographs on your notes to make a great vision board.

Resources

• 3M Digital Post-it Notes