Visualize Your Career Goal

You’re allowed to dream again. Let’s make it real.

You’ve started the journey of rediscovering who you are and what you’re capable of.

Now it’s time to let that spark grow into a clear picture.

This chapter is about imagining your ideal career—not just the job title, but the life around it.

What does it look like, feel like, sound like?

What kind of rhythm does your day have?

Visualization isn’t about fantasy.

It’s about believing you’re worthy of more and giving that belief a shape you can see.

Why Visualizing Helps You Move Forward

When you’ve been through hard times, your dreams can shrink to the size of your safety.

You might have been in survival mode for so long that imagining something better feels risky—or even pointless.

But here’s the truth: Your brain is always listening.

When you feed it hopeful, rich, and specific images of a future you desire, you begin to rebuild your belief in possibility.

The more you visualize a career that brings you purpose, peace, or pride (or all three!), the more your everyday choices start to shift in that direction—without needing to force it.

Step 1: Ask Yourself, “What Does My Good Life Look Like?”

This isn’t about anyone else’s idea of success. It’s about you.

Take a few minutes to reflect on:

• What kind of work would give me energy instead of draining it?

• Do I want to work with people, animals, ideas, my hands?

• Do I want routine or freedom?

• Structure or spontaneity?

• What hours suit me? How do I want to feel at the end of the day?

  
  

Write down three non-negotiables.

These are your career foundations.

Example:

• “I need to work somewhere I feel respected.”

• “I want flexible hours so I can care for my kids.”

• “I don’t want to be bored—I want to feel proud of what I do.”

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Step 2: Collect Images, Words and Colours That Speak to You

Here’s where you start to see it. You’re going to gather visuals that reflect the life you’re working toward. And no—you don’t need to be a Pinterest queen or have loads of money. Start with what’s around you.

Free & Easy Sources:

• Google Images: Search terms like “peaceful home office,” “women in tech,” “beautician setup,” “stylish uniforms,” or anything that matches your dream.

• Pinterest: Create a free board and start pinning images that feel right.

• Catalogues: Ask in-store for old catalogues from IKEA, Argos, B&Q, or fashion retailers.

• Flyers & Local Magazines: Community boards, supermarkets, job centres often have free leaflets or papers.

• Free printables: Websites like Canva or Unsplash offer beautiful imagery you can use for free.

• Charity shops: Look for old magazines or art books.

• The Works, Hobbycraft, Poundland: Cheap supplies if you want glue, paper, stickers or boards—but not essential!

  
  

Don’t worry if it feels messy. You’re not making art, you’re gathering energy.

Step 3: Create Your Vision Board (Your Way)

You don’t need a fancy setup. You just need a quiet hour, some scissors, and an open mind.

✂️ Option 1: The DIY Classic

• Get a large bit of card (or even a cereal box opened out)

• Stick your images, words, and quotes down how you like

• Add affirmations like: “I deserve a second chance” or “I’m building something beautiful.”

  
  

🖥 Option 2: The Digital Moodboard

• Use free tools like Canva or Pinterest to make a collage

• Save it as your phone wallpaper or screensaver

• You can even print it later if you like

  
  

🗂 Option 3: The Scrapbook Style

• Use a notebook or folder

• Add sections for “Dream Jobs,” “Work Clothes I’d Love,” “Things I Want to Learn,” etc.

  
  

Do what feels good. There’s no wrong way.

Step 4: Keep It Close

Place your board somewhere you’ll see it often:

• Inside a wardrobe door

• Above your kettle

• Tucked into your journal or wallet

• On your phone lock screen

  
  

You don’t need to stare at it every day. Just glance now and then. Let it whisper: “This is where we’re headed.”

Step 5: Come Back to It With Fresh Eyes

As you grow, your vision might change—and that’s not failure. That’s progress.

Every few weeks, revisit your board:

• What still lights you up?

• What no longer feels right?

• What’s missing?

  
  

Maybe you’ve already taken small steps and didn’t even notice—celebrate that.

You’re Not Lazy. You Were Just Stuck.

This isn’t about manifesting your way out of reality.

It’s about giving your inner compass a destination.

If you’ve been in survival mode, this step might feel weird or even indulgent.

But it’s not.

It’s a soft promise to yourself:

“I believe something better is possible.

And I’m allowed to imagine it.”

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