MCM College: “Manifesting Dreams” DIY Workshop

On 7^th September, 2025, Guia House of Moon Chun Memorial College, University of Macau hosted a meaningful “Manifesting Dreams” Vision Board DIY Workshop, drawing enthusiastic participation from many college students. Together, they embarked on a journey of self-exploration centered around dreams, goals, and action. The event was led by Resident Fellow, Alice Hong, a certified Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF). She introduced the concept of vision board with enthusiasm and invited everyone to share their recent small goals, creating a warm and uplifting atmosphere.

During the vision exploration session, participants used a “New Academic Year Vision Exploration” worksheet to reflect deeply on their ideal states in areas such as study, relationships, health, hobbies, and personal growth. This was followed by a “Dream Manifestation Meditation”, where participants closed their eyes to gentle music and visualized their ideal lives—laying the creative foundation for their vision boards.

Guided by resident assistant, Kelly Wang, participants used digital templates to freely cut and paste images and text, creating personalized vision boards. In the sharing session, students presented their creations and the stories behind them, filling the room with positivity and heartfelt emotion. Toward the end, each participant wrote down three action plans and learned how to integrate visualization techniques into daily life to continuously review and update their goals. As the inspiring song “Dream It Possible” played, everyone gathered for a group photo, marking a perfect conclusion to this dream-filled journey.

Student Reflections:

“This Vision Board DIY workshop was amazing! It helped me clarify the goals I truly want to achieve and plan the steps needed to reach them. Hearing everyone’s visions made me realize how diverse dreams can be—each person shines in their own way, and it broadened my perspective!” — Leonna Kwok, (FED, English Studies)

“Through the workshop, I re-evaluated my goals for the year and gained clarity on the life I truly want. The process of visualizing dreams wasn’t just creative—it was a deep dialogue with myself and a moment of inner organization. Listening to others’ dreams also gave me the courage to express my own. This wasn’t just a personal creative journey, but a collective tapestry of hope.” — Calphen Liu (FLL, Chinese Law)

“The ‘goal visualization’ techniques I learned were incredibly valuable. Before the workshop, my goals were scattered—some felt out of reach, others were vague, and I lacked the courage and direction to plan. Through this experience, I learned how to turn abstract wishes into concrete, actionable plans. Placing my vision board on my desk not only makes my goals tangible, but also serves as a source of motivation on my journey to pursue them.” — Judy Zhu (FSS, Government and Public Administration)