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Inspiration is something we hear about a lot- but it is hard to know exactly how to find it. We might feel inspired completely out of the blue, or we might feel like inspiration is never going to come.
I find that inspiration comes and goes, and it’s not always prompted by the same things every time.
For example, I might get a bit of inspiration when I go for a walk in my local woods- or I might just need to watch my favourite show.
I always find it helpful to chat to my friends and family to bounce ideas, and you never know when someone is going to give you an idea for something you want to do.
Whether you need to find inspiration for your blog or you want to pick up your artwork again, there are a few ways to find inspiration- especially when you stop looking for it.
In this blog post, find 5 ways to find inspiration. Hint: stop looking for it!
1. Start being mindful
After my burn-out experience, I started trying to do everything in my life a bit more mindfully.
While I love to be busy, I found that I wasn’t putting any time aside for the little things in life- and that needed to change.
Try being mindful throughout your day. This might mean taking time to care for your plants, watching TV instead of scrolling on your phone or reading a book that isn’t related to work.
By being mindful, you might find that inspiration strikes at a random moment during your day- and it will help you forget about the task or project in hand.
2. Go for a walk
A walk is a fantastic way to get out of the house and find a bit of inspiration.
You might see something on your walk that sparks an idea in your mind, or you might just need a break from your project to get a bit of perspective.
I find that going for a walk helps me find inspiration when I’m working.
As a freelancer, it can be hard to get away from screens, and a walk gives me chance to exercise, listen to music and get a bit of fresh air.
This is the case for anyone who works online, such as freelance translators, bloggers, business professionals or writers like me.
3. Switch mediums
If you’re looking for blog inspiration, try using paper and pen instead of your laptop. Just switching mediums can often help you to find inspiration and get writing!
I’ve taken a short break from my blog, and I worried about coming up with new post ideas. I took a big piece of paper and created a mindmap.
This gave me the freedom to scribble, take notes and annotate- and it brought a wave of inspiration.
You could even use a voice note to record your thoughts, pick up a notebook or use your computer to switch things up a bit whenever you need to find inspiration.
4. Change up the music
If you’re struggling to find inspiration, it can help to use all of your senses!
Try to change up your music and listen to something a bit different.
You might want to listen to some classical music as a break from your favourite albums, or you might want to try some fast-paced songs that inspire you to get started with your project.
I love to listen to fast, upbeat songs that I know, so that I can really belt out the lyrics. However, mixing up your music is a great way to encourage your mind to feel inspired.
5. Get away!
The most successful way to find inspiration is to get away! Get away from your desk or your house.
It can help to go somewhere new, do something different, speak to someone outside of your circle, eat a new treat or just take a break from your project or task.
If you’re in need of serious inspiration, this might even involve getting away for a holiday or working somewhere different.
Anything that will get your mind away from your project and get those creative juices flowing.
By mixing up your routine, taking time to live mindfully and encouraging yourself to move away from your project, inspiration will find you!
How do you find inspiration when you need it? What is your favourite way to find inspiration? Do you use any of these ideas to inspire yourself on a daily basis?
Let me know all your thoughts in the comments below 🙂
Happy reading x
Not-So-Modern Girl 
Really loved this post! I find that hitting the gym and meditating has helped me to find some inspiration, but my best ideas have always come when I least expected it.
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That’s great! I’m so glad that you’ve found a few ways to get the creative juices flowing x
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I’ve never really needed to worry about inspiration. I’ve got a note app with hundreds of notes about ideas for my blog, book ideas, and other creative stuff. My inspiration gets triggered really easily, just by doing the stuff I’d normally do. Having said that, with my tattoo ideas, I’ve had to look at tattoo designs online to help shape the tattoo I want
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That makes sense! An idea bank is so important- I had a burst of creative energy after a while away from my blog, and I now have a bank of ideas for whenever I need a new post 🙂 thank you for commenting
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Going for a walk can really stir up the creative juices for me! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
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Yes! Especially somewhere surrounded by nature or where there’s a lot going on 🙂
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Great ways to find inspiration and I like the idea of changing up the music and going for a walk.
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We find going for a walk to be so helpful. Thank you for sharing!
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I agree! Thank you x
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you are so right – sometimes you have to stop looking for inspiration. you just have to start living more and trying different things. thanks for sharing.
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I think so too! Thank you for sharing your thoughts x
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Just what I needed to read. I just might’ve found my inspiration through your post. Thanks for writing! Excellent pointers.
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Aw thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad my post could help x
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Every time I get an idea about a blog post, I open my phone app and write the headline. It means I have 100+ drafts and I trash half of them but the other half make great blog posts!
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Wow I love that! I used to do that, and I’ve started writing them down now that I’m feeling a bit more inspired 🙂
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Inspiration strikes when you least expect it, especially when you don’t go looking for it, as you said. Putting yourself in novel situations, being present or finding a new perspective in a similar view can help inspiration strike. I enjoy going on walks and I find that putting pen to paper helps bring out ideas and thoughts you didn’t know were sitting inside you waiting to flow out.
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Yes that’s so true! I think that is such great advice, new experiences can spark something or give you that new perspective that you need 🙂 thank you for sharing x
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These are great suggestions. I find listening to a podcast whilst walking my dog really helps me. Sometimes you just need to look at the bigger picture and do something you love.
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Aw yes I think changing your perspective and practising mindfulness can be so helpful x
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When I’m struggling for inspiration, the more I look for it, the worse it gets so YES to getting outside, going for a walk and actually doing something almost completely irrelevant to what you’re looking for inspiration for! It always comes in the shower 😉 x
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Yess that’s so true! My ideas always seem to come when I’m swimming- and when I don’t have any chance to write something down haha 🙂 thanks for sharing Jenny x
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I just came off a blog break because I lost inspiration for blogging but taking time off and having a break really helped! X
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Yes! I think taking a break can help you feel excited to come back to it x
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These are some really great suggestions to help gain inspiration when you have been struggling. Thank you for sharing your tips!
Lauren
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Thank you Lauren 🙂 x
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I find that getting out or changing where I am spending time working really helps me. Sometimes just knowing when to walk away and go and do something else for a bit is all we need (and rest, of course). Fab ideas!
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Yes it can be so good to just get away from your desk or even just work somewhere else if you need inspiration 🙂 that’s so true, thank you for commenting x
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Great suggestions! I have started exploring more visual media to find inspiration and guidance. I recently did a @Soulcollage workshop that was very enlightening.
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That sounds great! Thank you for sharing your ideas x
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Great advice.
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Thank you!
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Great tips. I love listening to music when I write. But I can’t edit with it on!
I’ve also recently started planning my thoughts for blogs with pen and paper. Like large coloured paper and felt tips. It really helps me get it all straight in my head.
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I’m the same! or if it’s something that I’m finding hard to write, I have to switch the music off. Thank you for sharing these ideas, that sounds fantastic x
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Going for walks is weirdly effective in clearing my mind and generating ideas. I’m thankful I have my doggo that I take on daily walks, because she makes sure I do it even when I don’t feel like it. But I always feel more clear-headed after. Anyway, thanks for this post!
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Thank you for commenting! Yes I agree, I think having a reason to get out is so important, as it can be hard to force yourself to go for a walk. It definitely helps you come up with ideas and feel clear-headed 🙂
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You gave us some great tips of how to get inspired. I like your post so much!
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Thank you for taking the time to read and comment x
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Going for a walk every morning TRULY changes who I am the rest of the day. I 10000000 percent agree with that tip!!!
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That sounds so important for your routine! As someone who works from home, I need to get out to get the creative juices flowing x
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These sound like really great ideas to spark some inspiration. I like to take a complete break and do something else. But scrolling social media does also give me ideas too. Thank you for sharing your suggestions.
Lauren
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I think a complete break is a great idea 🙂 thank you Lauren x
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Going for a walk is the easiest way for me to feel better, happier and more energised. I particularly love the cold days where we bundle up and walk and walk. I stick a podcast in or some music while the baby sleeps and my mind races! Love your ideas
Rosie
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These are creative ways to get inspirations. Music always gives me inspirations to write stories. I also get inspirations from reading books & webtoons, watch K-Dramas, and brainstorming ideas with my bff.
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I absolutely love the mind map idea. When I just can’t gather my thoughts, it’s such a great way to figure it all out!
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Thank you! Yes I agree 🙂 x
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These are really great ideas! We’re always searching for creative ideas for our writing, blogs, etc.
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Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed 🙂
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These are all amazing advices! I think that mindfulness and switching mediums can actually really help!
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Thank you! 🙂
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I really needed to read this today, I have so much motivation and want to write and be creative but so little inspiration. Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you so much Niamh 🙂
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