The other day I was asked what my vision is. I was told that having a clearer vision will be a guide.
Guess what I found? I don\’t have one. Not only that, I can\’t even put anything into words to create one.
I realized recently I am in a huge season of change. So what does this mean? It means I need to dig in deeper, open my heart, and see where it leads.
When faced with change we can do one of two things. We can sit, dig our heels in, refusing to move. Or, we can flow with the change and grow.
Sometimes we need a tangible set of words that can help guide us. Not only through changes, but through life\’s day to day.
Your to dos, activities, hobbies, jobs, roles, and so on all have something to hinge from. So why not put that something into words and turn it into a clear vision?
Sounds simple. Just put some words down on paper that can help me make decisions easier right?
That is what I thought. What is your vision? Health and wellness. That is great! But can you go deeper? Can you add detail? Can explain? Can you break it down into something more specific?
That is a great start, but in defining and being specific you can really start forming a plan, setting up things, and moving forward.
When I really think about it, health and wellness is more a value and more of a priority. It is too broad to be, as it stands, a clear vision. Yes, our values and our priorities will help guide us and our decisions. But sometimes we need to be more specific and dig a little deeper. Use those things to help to set a vision.
Sure, I set goals, but those goals really play into an overall vision. And just like with goals, the more specific and detailed you, the more likely you will have success completing the goal. With regular check ins and maintenance, tweaking as needed, you can really achieve some amazing things.
But it all starts with a vision. A clear vision.
Like I said, I didn\’t have one anymore and as much as I like to write I had a very hard time putting it into words. I couldn\’t even talk it through and get anywhere when I had a coaching call about creating a vision. I may have a way with words when I write, but sometimes there is a disconnect between brain and mouth when it comes to talking.
So where did that leave me? I put it on the back burner honestly. I kept telling myself I will get to it later or well I don\’t even know where to begin. After a handful of days I decided I needed to put my pen to paper and dig in deeper.
I began to think about my ideal life, ideal day. What would it look like? What would it feel like?
Setting aside any feelings of guilt that arose, I answered the following other questions.
- physical health
- mental/emotional health
- spiritual health
- love/intimacy
- work
- fun/social
- relationship with kids
- money
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