Are you looking for Inspiration?

As our lives get busier, getting caught up with the mundane things and our routines is so easy. We sometimes lose excitement and inspiration. Being inspired fuels our lives and impacts us positively.
 
In this blog post, we will explore ways to get inspired again and thrive.
 
Starting point - Why is being inspired important? 

Inspiration plays an essential role in our lives. Some of the benefits include:

• It helps us discover new opportunities by allowing us to look past our limitations
• It gives us a broader view of our abilities and what we can accomplish
• Increases our creativity 

 
#1: Reflect on the last time your felt inspired
In the past years, we have had to focus on things that are pivotal to our survival. As a result, a lot of us have lost the spark. Thinking back on the last time you were inspired will give you some information about what inspires you.
 
Strategies to consider

• Write down the last three things that inspired you
• List how being inspired felt for you

 
#2: Do something you have not done in a long time 
One way to seek inspiration is to do things that have given you the feeling in the past. We all have fantastic things we have done as much over the last three years. Now is an excellent time to return to them and get inspired again.
 
Strategies to consider

• Go out and put yourself in spaces where you find inspiration
• Read, watch, or listen to something that has inspired you in the past  

 
#3: Find people who inspire you
The ability to inspire is a desirable trait in people. I like hearing from others who they find inspiring. Typically when people have asked me, I could answer the question about people who inspire me. Lately, I have not had anyone on my list. That is something that I need to change.
 
Strategies to consider

• Research and find three people that inspire you
• Write down what you feel inspired by

 
#4: Listen to what inspires others and talk about what inspires you 
There is something powerful about sharing the good in our lives. When we are vocal about our experiences, it brings back feelings that we had. I really like hearing what inspires people around me. It teaches me a lot about them and lets me see their greatness.
 
Strategies to consider

• Tell people around your 

 
#5: Be an inspiration to someone
Giving back is an excellent way for us to make the world a better place. Being a positive influence on people is a great thing to strive for. I have found that doing things for others helps adjust my perspective. We all have something great to contribute.
 
Strategies to consider

• Make time to invest in others' lives
• Be the inspiration that you desire 

 
Time for Reflection

• What inspires you? 
• How do you act when you are inspired?
• How will you intentionally seek inspiration?