6 Tips For Finding Inspiration

I've been in a real slump this month; all my gung-ho creative energy seems to have been all used up. Instead of moping around and feeling sorry for myself I've made a conscious effort to seek out inspiration and jump start on some fall projects. When I need to get my creative juices flowing again these 6 tips always seem to be just what I need to push through and meet a deadline (imaginary or not). 

1. Talk through an idea out loud and to yourself.

Sometimes your own opinion is the only one you need to hash out an idea fully, and the only way I've been able to do that is to talk it through with myself. I recommend trying this exercise out loud so you force yourself to stay on topic. Talking through the idea will help give you a fresh perspective and really decide what parts are good and bad.

2. Play some music and dance freely.

Whether your creative outlet includes, writing, drawing, cooking, or playing an instrument sometimes a little music can help loosen up the old brain muscles and open your eyes to a different world.

3. Cook something from memory, no cheating.

Trying to recreate something completely from memory will challenge you and force you to use your imagination when your memory fails. I can almost guarantee you that your finished dish will be as delicious or more so than the one you were trying to recreate.

4. Eat a meal outside.

Food uses almost all of our senses to consume and so it only makes sense to include it twice on this list. Inspiration can come from really unexpected sources and in unexpected times. Eating a meal outside will create circumstances in which all five of your senses are used; hearing, touching, seeing, tasting, and smelling. Important to and inspiration seeker.

5. Take a nap, or just rest without any technology close by.

In today's world it's really easy to get caught up in technology and sensory over load. When I'm starting to feel like my eyes are going to fall out from looking at a computer screen I take a 5 minute break away from all technology and just sit. Try this the next time you need to jog your brain out of auto.

6. Grab a pen and a piece of paper and sit alone in a room with little to no distractions.

It's hard to find a place without any distractions, but try to if you can. Whether its a space in your home or in public locations get away for a little while. Stop multi-tasking and start really thinking for yourself. Use your pen and paper to draw or write out your thoughts as you go.

My battery is now fully charged and I'm anxious to create new artistic content for this blog and my life. I hope you'll try a few of these tips out the next time you need a little creative juice. big kiss, bekuh

PS- I was named Katherine's Style Icon this month! Check out the post here.