Ways to Find Inspiration When You Need It Most
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Whether you’re feeling weather-related blahs or just have a sense that your life could use some perking up, there are times when we can all use some inspiration. Sometimes you just can’t get yourself motivated, and you don’t have a clue about how to get started. Even though your to-do list is quite full, it’s not enough to wake you from your listless state.
If you’re feeling stuck and uninspired, take comfort in the fact that it happens to everyone from time to time. Don’t worry, though, you can get out of this slump. Start by setting a clear goal, whether you want to write a story, paint a picture, or work though a problem. Find inspiration from things in your life, and learn to be open to that inspiration. Clear your mind so you can take that inspiration and turn it into steps to meet your goal.
Use Outside Sources for Inspiration
Surround yourself with things that energise you. You know what you love, whether it’s fresh-cut flowers, beautiful paintings, or meaningful quotes. Make these things a part of your everyday life. They’ll energise you, which can help create the right mindset for being inspired. These things will make you feel happier, which will leave you feeling more positive about life. Having a positive outlook can make you more receptive to to inspiration.
Spend time reading. Reading can inspire you by providing fresh thoughts and ideas. Read anything from novels to news stories, and you may find an idea or even just a sentence in the text sparks inspiration for you.
Learn more about your issue or topic. Spend some time researching on the internet to learn more about your issue. Alternatively, go to the library to find out more. You could even take a class in the topic for a more in-depth look. Learning more about the topic can give you the information you need to get inspired. Sometimes, you just don’t have enough knowledge to solve your problem or create the item you need.
Change your routine. When you’re stuck in your daily routine, you stop noticing things around you. Changing up your routine invigorates your mind with new sights, smells, and sounds, which can provide you with inspiration. For instance, change up your route to work, pick a different grocery store, or go somewhere new for your cup of coffee.
Take a trip. Travelling someplace, anyplace, can shake up your thinking, creating space for new ideas. You don’t have to travel to a new country. A simple day trip to a nearby town is often enough to get your creative juices flowing. If you can’t even afford a day trip, try exploring your own city. Visit a park you’ve never seen, or try a new restaurant with a cuisine you’ve never had before.
Try a new art form. If you’re trying to get inspired to write a song or paint a picture, maybe take an afternoon class in sculpture. If you’re trying to figure out a new recipe, maybe try a workshop on writing. Trying new outlets can get your creative juices flowing, which helps to open your mind to new inspiration.
Bounce ideas off of other people. When you’re feeling stuck, reach out for some help. Just talking about the issue with someone else can help get your creative juices flowing. They may say that one thing that helps a problem make sense to you, for instance. Get together with a coworker or good friend to help jumpstart inspiration.
Meet up with other artists or thinkers. Sometimes, just being around other people who have the same creative interests as you can help spark ideas. You can talk about your project and see what people think or just have interesting conversations about more general topics, which can also spark inspiration. Look for community clubs to find other artists or thinkers in your area.
Stay safe, do a Dora – explore & take care,
Sammi xx
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