Dream Big

CelebrateWellness
Written By Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Have you ever dreamed of getting the perfect job that really utilizes all of your talents, ideas and direction? …dreamed of going on an African Safari with your family? .. or dreamed of owning your own private plane?

One activity I suggest to all of my clients is creating several vision boards at the beginning of the year. Creating a vision board that you can see everyday motivates, inspires and guides you to make choices that move you closer to your goals or dreams. I realize that purchasing a plane may cost more than your annual salary, but, you never know what might transpire to make that dream come true!!

Several years ago I created a vision board with the logo of a dream car, a car that 007 drove….guess who is driving one now!

Have fun with this activity!! Make a night of it and invite some friends over to do this. Have each guest bring 5 – 10 lifestyle magazines, 2 – 4 glue sticks, 3 – 4 large pieces of poster board and scissors.

Enjoy the night chatting with friends about your dreams and goals.  You’ll be surprised that your friends that might be able to help you and others at the vision board party. Just by “putting it out there” helps bring your dreams closer to reality!!

Make one board for your dream lifestyle, career, relationship, vacations etc….DREAM BIG!

Have fun, be creative and enjoy life!!

Join our Facebook page, Healthy Living with Patti Green and share your vision board photos.

Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Art and design have always been a crucial part of my life. From coloring when I was a child to taking every art class I could in high school, it's the only thing I ever really wanted to do. I studied all aspects of art for 7 years and graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design in 2006. Since then I have worked as a freelance artist and writer, specializing in layout and album design. I also love photography and film.

I've been a professional designer since 2006 and have experience in all types of graphic design and the arts. My clients include DaVinci Roofscapes, Kayu, Terri Cole, Sheherezade, Kate Smith, Patti Green, Christine Gutierrez, and many more. I like to work with people from various fields which has given me a wide range of projects to apply my aesthetic. I have also written for Patch.com, as well as edited texts and books, so if you need writing services I can help you with that too! 

Besides graphic design, I also run a small stationery business that offers all kinds of invitations and other type of paper goods. You can view my shop and check out my blog on my website. I live and work in New York with my husband Dan, son Elliot (5.22.16), and 2 dogs. Both vegetarian and eco-consious, I do my best to live the most natural, organic life I can, and now create the same environment for my son. Besides design, my hobbies include photography, reading, writing, interior design, and cooking. I love music and used to play bass in a band when I lived in Jersey and of course I sing and dance every chance I get. Working with me is like teaming up with a friend, I am easy going, honest, and kind. My mission is to bring beauty to as many lives as I can through art and design and I look forward to working with you!

http://www.graystardesign.com
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