Stress Due to change in life?

Join the workshop to Manage the Change- Vision Board Workshop:Freshmen year

Craft a visual representation of your goals. It’s not just collages; it’s a roadmap to your desired future.

Workshop Title: Visionary Beginnings

Objective: To kickstart the change management journey by creating a vision board and fostering mindfulness within a professional setting.

Duration: 2 hours

Maximum Participants: 10

Materials/Supplies:

• Large poster boards or canvas sheets (1 per participant)
• Magazines, scissors, glue sticks
• Markers, colored pencils, or crayons
• Mindfulness bell or chime
• Printed inspirational quotes or affirmations
• Worksheets for goal-setting

Facilitator Introduction (15 minutes):

• Welcome participants and provide a brief overview of the workshop’s objectives.
• Emphasize the importance of creating a vision for the change ahead.

Icebreaker Activity – Visionary Introduction (20 minutes):

• Each participant introduces themselves, sharing one personal and one professional goal for the workshop.
• Facilitator provides a brief overview of the power of visualization and goal-setting.

Tip 1: Vision Board Creation (60 minutes): Tasks:

1. Distribute poster boards, magazines, scissors, glue sticks, markers, and other art supplies.
2. Ask participants to cut out images, words, and phrases that resonate with their personal and professional goals.
3. Encourage them to arrange and glue these elements onto their vision boards.
4. Discuss the significance of each chosen element during the creation process.
5. Facilitator circulates to provide guidance and support.

Mid-Workshop Break (10 minutes):

• Participants take a short break, grab refreshments, and socialize.

Tip 2: Mindfulness Circle (45 minutes): Tasks:

1. Reconvene the group and gather in a circle.
2. Distribute mindfulness bells or chimes to participants.
3. Guide participants through a brief mindfulness meditation, focusing on their breath and presence.
4. Encourage a sharing session where each participant discusses their experience with mindfulness.
5. Facilitator introduces the concept of incorporating mindfulness into daily routines.
6. Distribute printed inspirational quotes or affirmations.

Reflection and Closing (10 minutes):

• Participants take a moment to reflect on their vision boards and mindfulness experience.
• Facilitator encourages participants to share insights or aha moments.
• Distribute worksheets for participants to jot down specific actions or steps they can take toward their goals.

Key Takeaways:

1. Vision boards serve as powerful visual reminders of personal and professional goals.
2. Mindfulness enhances focus, reduces stress, and fosters a positive mindset.

Follow-up:

• Encourage participants to display their vision boards in a visible place.
• Provide resources or recommendations for further mindfulness practices.

Note: The workshop is designed to accommodate a maximum of 10 participants to ensure personalized attention and a conducive group dynamic. Adjustments to the time frame may be made based on the pace and engagement of the participants.