Inspiration can be a powerful force for good. When it comes to getting inspired, we all have our likings. But for some of us, finding that right inspiration can be difficult. Especially when there is so much dead space in our lives. So many empty pages left to WRITE! The problem is… isn’t anyone reading this? We are all too familiar with the feeling of being on the verge of collapse when someone prods us to write a book or article. Or when we’re asked to give a speech and find ourselves barely able to contain our excitement as we pack our bags and leave for the ‘real thing’…what with all the commitments made and all the time allocated?! That’sCondition No 1! So here are few resources that can help you get back into groove:
Play with Your Kids:
When it comes to inspiring your kids, we rarely think about the parent-child relationship. But when you are able to play with them, you will find that the two of you become a single-source of inspiration. When you let go of the parental boundaries and let your kids be your inspiration, you will find that they will read as much as you do and create work that is as inspiring as it is engaging. They will also learn unexpected things that you might not expect to learn. They will be value-adds and you will want to share them with the whole family. You will not only be improving their life skills, you will be inspiring your own kids and helping them grow as people. What’s more, if you spend some time doing some creative self- outlining, you may even start to notice a spark between yourself and your child. This may take the form of expressing a favourite hobby or an unusual experience your child has. You can also give them advice and offers on how to get their projects done. This kind of exchange will help you both learn about one another and expand your creative side.
Write your to-do list:
This one may seem self-explanatory, but actually it’s not. It’s the most important resource you will have when it comes to inspiration. You need to have a to-do list. This may sound like a simple concept, but the reality is that most of us have a lack of inspiration when it comes to writing. We are usually so busy worrying about the ‘should’, ‘should not’, ‘will’ and ‘should not be’, that we fail to see the whole of creation. We often feel stuck and stuck in our own heads and don’t have the skills or the time to create something new and exciting. So the need to write to get your creative juices flowing is there for a reason. Who are you going to meet? What are you going to do? Where do you go about inspiration? When do you get the ideas? Where do you get the inspiration? This is the to-do list. Just type it all out and then take it with you when you are ready to start.
Read a Book or Two:
We are often too busy worrying about the ‘should’, ‘should not’, ‘will’ and ‘should’ not to spend time on the ‘should’. But this often means that we miss the joy and insight that comes with the ‘should’. You can help this to happen by reading a few books a week. Even if you normally read one book a month, if you get the urge to start reading a new book, try reading a few books a week. This way, you won’t be stuck with old views and articles that you won’t be able to get out of your head.
Make a Point:
We are social creatures, we love to celebrate and make fun of ourselves for what we are. We also love to be challenged and “outed” ourselves for our strengths. We are social animals, and due to this, we are also Social rewards generators. We love to give and receive feedback from others. We love to receive inspiration from others. So by playing on these social channels and ‘outing’ yourself by saying “This is what I was thinking of doing today”, you are participation in a Social reward. You are also creating a space where others can ‘out’ you and give you feedback as well.
Take a walk or take an Exercise:
We are social animals, we love to make others feel welcome and accepted. We are also likely to do whatever it takes to make others feel welcome and comfortable. This means that we are likely to do anything to help another person feel safe or taken-advantage of. Whether it be taking a walk with a friend or joining a gentle exercise class, you are on the right track by being positive, encouraging and have-to-do-things-for-people-without-hesitates-to-comment on-their-fitness-report-or-to-their-diet. By being a “jack of all trades, master of nothing”, you are likely to be a great source of inspiration.
Have a talk with a friend or family member:
We are often too busy worrying about the “should”, “should not”, “will” and “should” not to take the time to make another person feel welcome, challenged and supported. We are also likely to be negative and unkind if we don’t support and encourage another person. So it is important that you at least try to be there for your friends and family members whenever you can. This will not only make you feel welcome and committed, it will also help you stay focused and on track with your own writing.
Turn off the TV and Read something Else:
We are often too busy worrying about the “should”, “should not”, “will” and “should” not to take the time to watch a few minutes of TV or various forms of electronic entertainment. We are likely to be consumed with our own problems and negative thoughts. TV, especially when it is given a bad spin, can be a great source of inspiration. Watching ads, especially if they are negative or confrontational, can also be a source of inspiration.
Play Something Different:
This may seem obvious, but we often forget about it! When we don’t play or do something different enough, it is very difficult to get motivated to do something new and different. Try providing a few simple social rewards and adding a creative component to it. For example, if you always do something creative, then try creating a social reward. Something as simple as saying “Hi, I’m so happy you are here!” could be enough to get you moving.
At the end of the day, you are more than likely going to be stuck in a rut. Your writing habits and the way you interact with others are likely to remain the same regardless of who is reading you. So why not try out some creative collaboration or create a new social reward that could help bring the two of you together?
While you are likely to spend the majority of your time worrying about the ‘should’, “should not”, “will” and “should” not, there will still be times when you need to do something different. For example, try doing some creative self-editing. If you have a tendency to start sentences with “I think” or “I feel”, try starting them with “This is what I’m feeling” or “This is what I think”. This is going to be a great source of inspiration.
You will spend the majority of your day worrying about the ‘should’, “should not”, “will” and “should” not. So the idea is to try something new. Try adding a few social rewards to give you a boost that will give you energy and help you feel more engaged and challenged.
Have a talk with a friend or family member:
We are social animals, we love to make others feel welcome and accepted. We are also likely to do anything to help another person feel welcome and comfortable. This means that we are likely to do anything to help another person feel safe or taken-advantage of. Whether it be talking on the phone, spending time with a friend or walking with a loved one, you are on the right track.
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