Anyone who knows me know that I love visualisations. They have been one of the key tools I’ve used over the past 5 years in recovering from creative (and hey, just general life) burnout due to my undiagnosed autism and menopause. Before I was introduced to visualisations when I did the Tara Mohr Playing Big program I had no idea there were these wonderful recordings or videos that could genuinely induce complete peace in my scratchy brain, even if it was just for 20 minutes.
I like them so much and made them such a part of my routine that soon I ran out of good visualisations to try. I also became quite picky - personally I want specific feel from a visualisation which not every creator achieves. So I began to make my own and now I’d love to share them with you.
What’s the Point of Visualisation?
Visualisation is like a holiday for your frazzled brain. You close your eyes, step into a world that feels safe and expansive, and let your imagination do the heavy lifting. It’s not about “fixing” anything or coming up with brilliant ideas on the spot (though those sometimes sneak in). Instead, it’s about opening the door to that wise, intuitive part of you that tends to get drowned out by deadlines and doubts.
If you’re feeling creatively burnt out, visualisation can be a gentle way to re-light the fire. Burnout has a way of shutting everything down—your energy, your confidence, even your ability to daydream. A good visualisation offers a quiet space to breathe and remember what it feels like to connect with yourself. And because it bypasses the part of your brain that’s always demanding a five-year plan, it lets insights and ideas bubble up naturally, without pressure.
It’s not magic (sadly), but it is a practice that nudges you back into flow, back into curiosity, and back into the joy of creating for its own sake. And honestly, who doesn’t need more of that?
Some practical advice
Make sure you have at least 15 minutes when you can be uninterrupted. There’s nothing worse than just reaching that point of deep relaxation and someone crashing into the room asking where their clean T-shirt is!
Wrap up warm. Especially at this time of year it can get chilly if you’re sitting still for 15 minutes. I use a heated eye mask which is very cosy and comforting.
Don’t worry of you fall asleep! I have the best naps sometimes when doing a visualisation. In fact it’s a win- you get a gorgeous cat nap and your subconscious still does the work for you.
January’s Visualisation - A Winter Walk
Now the clamour of the Festive season has faded, let’s keep a hold of that moment when the world feels hushed, rather than rushing into the craziness of a new year. There’s something about this stillness that invites reflection—a chance to listen, not to the noise around us, but to the voice within.
This visualisation is a gentle journey into that inner stillness. It’s my version of a classic- meet your inner mentor. Originally created by the Coaching Academy, Tara Mohr’s version was the first visualisation I ever tried. My version creates a different scenario for you to immerse yourself in whilst keeping the same underlying meaning - meeting a more experienced version of yourself who is full of self- compassion—the you who already knows the way forward.
You’ll find yourself on a winter’s path, surrounded by the muted beauty of January. The frost underfoot, the crisp air in your lungs, the bare trees standing quiet and resolute. It’s a perfect backdrop for reconnecting with your inner mentor, that steady, compassionate guide who’s always been there, waiting for you to ask the right questions.
So, find a comfortable spot, wrap yourself in something warm, and let’s take a walk together. No rush. No pressure. Just you, the path, and a quiet meeting with someone extraordinary—your future self.
Finally - apologies that the sound isn’t perfect on this recording. I’m just starting out and it will get better, I promise! If you enjoy this visualisation, subscribe to make sure you get February’s which will be all about truly loving yourself for Valentine’s Day.
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