How to Find What Inspires You in Life

 

How to Find What Inspires You in Life

Feeling stuck? It’s normal to hit a creative wall.

Inspiration can sometimes strike unexpectedly, sparking excitement and motivation.

But when it wanes, frustration and doubt creep in. Remember, even the most accomplished individuals face this challenge.

Your spark isn’t lost; it just needs a little nudge to reignite!

What is inspiration?

Originating from the Latin "inspirare," which means “to breathe into,” inspiration ignites our minds to be creative.

It can spark ideas and motivation for:

solving tough challenges 

crafting something innovative 

shifting life paths 

Inspiration reflects optimism, embraces potential, and flows with unrestrained creativity.

How is inspiration linked to mental health?

When inspiration strikes, it can boost your motivation and excitement. This often results in: 

heightened clarity 

increased energy 

enhanced creativity 

Feeling inspired lifts your spirits, fostering positivity and overall well-being.  

However, prolonged feelings of being uninspired may signal low mood or depression. If you’ve felt this way for over two weeks, consider reaching out to a mental health professional.

 

Elizabeth Kilbride is a Writer and Editor with forty years of experience in writing with 12 of those years in the online content sphere. Author of 5 books and a Graduate with an Associate of Arts from Phoenix University in Business Management, then a degree. Mass Communication and Cyber Analysis from Phoenix University, then on to Walden University for her master’s in criminology with emphasis on Cybercrime and Identity Theft and is currently studying for her Ph.D. degree in Criminology. Her work portfolio includes coverage of politics, current affairs, elections, history, and true crime. Elizabeth is also a gourmet cook, life coach, and avid artist in her spare time, proficient in watercolor, acrylic, oil, pen and ink, Gouche, and pastels. As a political operative having worked on over 300 campaigns during her career, Elizabeth has turned many life events into books and movie scripts while using history to weave interesting storylines. She also runs 7 blogs that range from art to life coaching, to food, to writing, Gardening, and opinion or history pieces each week. 

 

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