Why I made a Being Board instead of a Vision Board

I want to share something a little more personal than usual.

I’ll be honest, I’m not someone who’s naturally comfortable being vulnerable. But this past year has been hard. Not just for me, but for a lot of people. And I noticed something interesting when it came time to think about the future.

Creating a 2026 Vision board felt… hard.

When the world feels uncertain, it’s tough to clearly picture where you’ll be a year from now…or where you want to be from now. Instead of feeling inspiring, future-focused planning felt overwhelming and even discouraging.

So this year, I tried something different: a Being Board.

Instead of asking “What do I want in the future?” I asked:
“How do I want to show up right now?”

A being board isn’t about outcomes or timelines. It’s about the way you move through your days. The energy, habits, and boundaries you choose today. When those are aligned, a more positive future tends to follow naturally.

If you want to try one yourself, keep it simple:

• Focus on who you want to be, not what you want to have
• Think present-tense
• Choose statements that feel supportive, not demanding

If you’re a visual person like me but you don’t have the time or skills to create a graphic, here’s the exact ChatGPT prompt I used to create mine. Feel free to copy and paste it and make it your own:

ChatGPT Prompt:

“Create an 8.5 inch by 11 inch vertical Being Board graphic with a calm, warm watercolor style. Use soft blues and golden tones. Include the following present-tense statements about how I want to show up in my daily life. Make it peaceful, grounded, and realistic, with gentle illustrations that support the feeling of calm, focus, and confidence.”

Then add your own list underneath. I recommend no more than 10 statements so you have a clear focus.

My 2026 being board is below so you have an example of the ways I’m showing up better this year.

This small shift from future pressure to present alignment is making a big difference for me. I hope it helps you too.

Here’s to your well BEING in 2026!
Tiffany