FINDING INSPIRATION
Inspiration is a very unpredictable component of our lives. Sometimes it comes in a instant but in some occasions you have to scratch the deepest corner of the mind, heart or stare blankly at the environs. Even in doing all these, one is not assured of success.
It is with this peculiarity that you ought to have some techniques of finding, capturing and enclosing the inspiration in your way. Trying some simple steps and methods would come in handy when finding inspiration proves futile. Try to:
Reflect on your goal . This is the basic step. You ought to relax yourself physically and emotionally. This helps in being ready as inspiration flows in. A walk, meditation or simply sitting in a serene environment can be really helpful.
Focus your mind. Try to grasp anything new that comes into your mind. Think of a past memory, experiences or things you feel fervently and write them down. Be receptive to new ideas and concepts because sometimes they may turn out to be your greatest inspiration. Keep all ideas simple to avoid ambiguity and complexity.
Spice up. Try doing things that relate to your ideas. They can be listening to music that inspires you, watching videos to expand on your imagination, reading books to add more knowledge, telling a story to get your mind more active.
Form and create images on your mind. Look at the idea as a whole and in a different aspect. Write a rough copy so that you may refer to it later. It will help you make any changes or adjustments.
Don't give up . Sometimes finding inspiration may stress and leave you on the verge of giving up. Just put everything down and sleep on it. Try it out some other time when you feel refreshed and more energized.
Get out of old habits. Try doing something different from whatever you are used to. Disrupting your surroundings can get you in a good spirit and renewed inspiration. Visit new places to clear your thoughts.
Finding the much needed inspiration could appear easier if the above steps are mastered. It will take less effort with time.
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