planning a couples vision retreat
pst… I’ve included a free pdf download with 80+ Couple Vision Retreat Questions at the bottom of this blog so make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom!
“Vision is a mental picture of what could be, fueled by a passion that it should be.” - Andy Stanley
We imagine that, much like RJ and me, you and your partner lead busy lives. The demands of daily life can take precedence, and routines become the norm. Suddenly, you may find yourselves wondering, "What are we doing? Are we moving forward with purpose?" Alternatively, you might wake up one day to realize that things in your relationship are not going as smoothly. The question arises, "How did we get here?"
This is the purpose of creating a Vision Plan, either as a family or a couple — to create a direction, vision, and mental picture of what could be and what should be for your relationship, family, and life.
Our hope for you today, if you’ve found yourself here at this blog post, is that you'll skim, bookmark for later, forward this blog to a friend. If you're interested in starting a vision planning process together in your relationship or family, read on. This post will guide you in planning a couples vision retreat. Be sure to snag the vision retreat questions at the bottom of this blog.
The Basics
A shared vision with your partner can help align your goals, provide clarity and focus, enhance your communication, and build a strong foundation. It can help with conflict resolution, accountability and motivation, and resilience through change and challenge. A shared vision cultivates intimacy and closeness, knowing that you and your partner are on the same team.
Ideally, a Couples Vision Retreat is a relaxing weekend, set aside and planned ahead of time, where you can be 100% focused on each other and the life you want to create together. We suggest two nights and two days.
Review the questions and topics ahead of time, separately. Take notes. Prepare. Pray. Add your own questions. Get creative.
Suggested Schedule
Evening #1 – Relaxed dinner time together
Morning #1 – Review last year's vision goals if you have them. Go over questions.
Lunch Break – Exercise together. Get outside.
Afternoon #1 – Continue questionnaire. Talk through your answers. Notice which topics are most important to you. Your partner. Begin setting vision and goals.
Evening #2 – Put vision casting aside to enjoy a fun date together. Let the information sink in. Relax. Laugh together.
Morning #2 – Continue to adjust goals. Write them down for reference throughout the year. Grab your family calendar. Time block vacations or important dates for the year.
Vision Questions
Receive the 80+ Vision Retreat Questions PDF in your inbox to begin the journey. Simply click "I'm Ready!" and the guide will be promptly sent to your email.
Dive Deeper with the Extended Retreat Workbook
If you want even more guidance and tools, RJ and I have created an Extended Edition Couples Vision Retreat Workbook. The Workbook is designed to be an essential companion for your vision retreat to help build a relationship that not only survives but thrives.
What’s Included in the Workbook:
Introduction and getting started guide.
Suggested retreat schedule to make the most out of your time.
80+ expertly crafted Vision Questions, prompts, and exercises aimed to create a shared vision and goals as a couple.
Pages of individual Vision Notes for in-depth exploration, pre-planning your retreat, and discussion to encourage open communication.
Tools for navigating challenges and change and building a resilient partnership.
A comprehensive guide to creating a shared vision for a fulfilling future together.
Exclusive to the Extended Workbook: Resources & Tools
Couple Vision Board Sheet
Balance Wheel Self-Reflection Activity Sheets
Goal Planning Sheets
Couples Goals Checklist
Action Steps Checklist
Couples Monthly Reflection Journal
Couples Habit Tracker Sheets
40 Date Ideas Cards
Resources List for Next Steps
*Questions and Couple Vision Retreat Plan Adapted from The One Thing – Rellek Publishing Partners, Ltd.
This post was originally posted on: https://www.atlwell.com/blog/couples-vision-retreat
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