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2026 Starts With a Vision, Not a To-Do List

The best vision boards aren’t the ones that look perfect in January.

They’re the ones you’re still using in July.

Over time, many boards fade into the background. What begins as intention becomes décor. You stop seeing it, even when it's right in front of you.

Vision sharpens when intention and attention align. A few guiding words, paired with imagery, can keep what matters quietly present. They act as subtle anchors, shaping what you notice as the year unfolds.

We created a free vision board template to help you move through the year with more intention. It's built around a simple framework: meaningful words paired with imagery that serve as decision filters throughout the year.

Start With Direction

This isn't about setting goals. It's about choosing direction.

Start by selecting a few guiding words—qualities you want to lead with this year. They're not outcomes. They're reminders of how you want to move through decisions.

Think of these words as a running life audit. A commitment, a purchase, or a new opportunity can be evaluated against whether it supports the direction you've chosen.

If it fits, it's easier to say yes.
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If it doesn't, it's easier to let it go.

It’s a simple way to get clarity (especially if you tend to overthink).

Why Visuals Help It Stick

Words are easier to remember when they’re paired with visuals.

Seeing a word regularly in your day-to-day reinforces what you’ve chosen to prioritize—without requiring constant effort. You don’t have to think about it consciously.

This isn’t about aesthetics.
It’s about subconscious recognition.

The Pillar + Word Framework

You can keep this simple or add structure where it helps.

Some people start with pillars, broad areas of life or work like leadership, family, creativity, or health. These define where your attention is going.

For each pillar, choose one focus word, a quality or theme that defines how you want to approach that area.

‍The pillar is the category. The word is the filter.

‍For example:
Work → Discernment
Family → Ease
Creativity → Courage

‍You don’t need perfect balance. You need honest alignment.

Try It
Yourself

Identify your 4 pillars. Choose four areas of life to focus on this year. These will be your base structure. Make it about work or as personal as you'd like.

Choose a guiding word.
Pick one word for each pillar—something honest and resonant. Not “growth” if what you actually need is “rest.” Not “abundance” if what would help most is “boundaries.”

Pair each word with a visual. 
Choose imagery that reflects how your word shows up in real life. It should help the word stick—visually, emotionally, intuitively.

Add copy that inspires.
‍Include any notes, quotes, or phrases that reinforce your focus. However many you want, whatever speaks to you.

Make it visible. 
Use it as your desktop background, print it out and frame it, whatever you choose. Visibility helps, but it's your intention and how often you return to it that makes it stick.

As the year unfolds, use your words as reference points. You don't need to follow them rigidly. Just return to them when things get noisy.

How We Used It at View Imaging

Here's how our team applied this approach.

Each person chose their own pillars and paired them with a guiding word to help shape decisions throughout the year.