I is for Inspiration
Something beautiful?
According to the opening lyrics of one of my favourite Quartet songs "Inspiration doesn't simply appear, it must have a spark, a chance to come clear and light up into view." So take a moment now to consider what inspires you:
Something beautiful?
Acting silly?
Activity?
Reconnecting with someone?
Trying something new?
Having a little alone time?
Breaking out of your routine?
For me, I find listening to music inspiring. My all time personal favourite inspirational song is "I Got a Name" by Jim Croce
If that one doesn't do it for you, the Goal Setting College has compiled an awesome list of 40 inspirations songs - you might find one you like here.
Do whatever works for you. Get inspired!
My inspiration for my novels comes from many different sources - often totally unexpected. Something about a scene, a chance meeting, something I hear or read - all have provided inspiration for me.
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting how everyone is inspired by different things.
DeleteGreat post about inspiration. What inspires me varies and never seems to be the same.
ReplyDeleteKathy
http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com
I find that one song inspiring, though it never inspires me in the same way twice.
DeleteWhile writing this book I have to listen to dark classical music to get in that mindset.
ReplyDeleteThe effects of music on mood are amazing. And music can trigger powerful memories....it's really quite incredible!
DeleteI just love Jim Croce's music... all of it! :-) This was fun to read.
ReplyDeleteStock Car Roy, Time in a Bottle, Roller Derby Queen... they're all great to me. Glad you enjoyed :)
DeleteInspiration often hits when you least expect it, be ready to capture the moments.
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DeleteA walk in nature will often get my creative juices flowing but my inspirations are my twin boys ...
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Leigh
http://www.oneandoneequalstwinfun.com
Kids always give you something to reflect on don't they?
DeleteInspiration comes to me in many ways and from some of the most unexpected sources, but one thing that always inspires me is a well written piece. I'm inspired now.
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Thank you Jo - very kind of you say :)
DeleteI have to say, pictures like number one really inspire me. Seeing a beautiful sunset over the sea makes me feel connected and definitely inspired. :)
ReplyDeletePoetry and landscape seem to go to hand-in-hand in my mind... perhaps landscape is natures poetry....
DeleteWeird things spark inspiration for me. A whisper of a memory, a few words that take me in an unexpected direction, emotion that washes over me, or just a quirky thought that pops into my head and I rush to jot it down before it drifts away.
ReplyDeleteIntuition as inspiration... very interesting!!
DeleteI love that Jim Croce song. Thanks for taking me back to junior high! Now I'm inspired to write about childhood - see, you never know where it will show up.
ReplyDeleteGlad I could be your inspiration today :)
DeleteWhat a wonderful post! I loved all the pics.
ReplyDeleteVery inspirational!
So happy you enjoyed!
Delete"I Can See Clearly Now" and "I Will Survive" are favorites of mine. I also find a lot of classical music inspiring. Of your choices, beauty and alone time are probably tops on my list. Thanks for an inspiring post.
ReplyDeleteTwo great song choices! "I can see clearly now" is up there on my all time favourites list.
Deleteit's what keeps us going everyday in the writing world!
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting how, instead of running out of inspiration, the more you access it the more there seems to be.
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