Inspiration surrounds us. Embrace it.
Creativity isn’t just something that strikes like lightning—it’s something you can cultivate every single day. The world around you is full of inspiration, waiting to be discovered in the simplest moments. Whether you’re an artist, writer, photographer, or creator of any kind, learning how to harness inspiration in your everyday life can keep your creative energy flowing, even when motivation feels out of reach.
So, where do you find it? How do you turn the ordinary into something extraordinary? Let me help guide you to staying inspired daily, no matter what life throws your way.
Shift Your Perspective
Sometimes, inspiration is all about seeing the familiar in a new way. Challenge yourself to view your daily surroundings through a different lens.
👀 Try This: Take a walk through your neighborhood and pretend you’re seeing it for the first time. What small details catch your eye? The way the light hits a certain building? The pattern of leaves on the ground? Start looking at the world with curiosity, and you’ll start noticing beauty where you least expect it.
Surround Yourself with Creativity
Creativity breeds creativity. Surround yourself with art, music, books, and people that ignite your imagination.
🎨 Try This: Visit a local gallery, listen to a new genre of music, or read a book outside of your usual picks. Even scrolling through a well-curated Pinterest board or Instagram feed can introduce you to new ideas and styles.
Keep a Creative Journal
A creative journal isn’t just for writing—it’s a space for brainstorming, doodling, listing ideas, or jotting down anything that sparks inspiration.
📝 Try This: Every night, write down one thing that inspired you that day. It could be a conversation, a color, a random thought, or a dream. Over time, you’ll have a collection of ideas ready to fuel your next project.
Change Up Your Routine
Routines keep life structured, but they can also stifle creativity. Sometimes, a small change can trigger big ideas.
🔄 Try This: Take a different route to work, try a new café, or rearrange your workspace. Even a simple shift in your environment can refresh your perspective and spark new ideas.
Engage in Meaningful Conversations
Talking to others—especially those outside your industry—can introduce you to fresh perspectives and ideas you might not have considered.
🗣 Try This: Join a creative group (like our Creative Group Sessions!) or simply chat with someone new. Ask open-ended questions and listen to their experiences—you never know what insight might inspire you.
Give Yourself Permission to Play
Creativity flourishes when you stop putting pressure on yourself to create something perfect. Play, experiment, and create just for the joy of it.
🎭 Try This: Set a timer for 10 minutes and create something with no expectations—whether it’s a doodle, a piece of writing, a melody, or a mini photoshoot. Let go of the outcome and focus on the process.
Show Up, Even When You Don’t Feel Inspired
One of the biggest secrets to staying creative? Just start. Inspiration doesn’t always come before action—sometimes, it follows. Even if you’re not feeling inspired, show up for your creativity anyway.
🚀 Try This: Set a small, attainable creative goal each day. Even if it’s just sketching for five minutes, taking a single photo, or writing a paragraph, consistency keeps your creative muscles strong.
Inspiration is Everywhere
The world around you is full of creative fuel—you just have to be open to it. By shifting your perspective, breaking routine, and embracing curiosity, you can harness inspiration in your everyday life and keep your creative fire burning.
What inspires you the most? Let’s keep the inspiration flowing together.