Inspiration

We all want to be inspired, especially when we try to write a story, or paint a picture, or compose a song. But what is inspiration? 

The word means to breathe in. Breath gives and sustains life. Without it, we die.

When a baby is born, we wait with expectation  until it takes its first breath, often anxiously holding our own as if there were only so much air available.

Perhaps we need something that takes our breath away to inspire us.

Beauty inspires me. Other people's accomplishments inspire me. Also books and movies. Encouraging comments from my readers inspire me.

Similarily to love, we cannot force inspiration. We can only show up and hope that it will find us.

So, show up at your desk each day and pick up a pen or open your laptop. Inspiration, like love is everywhere, you just need to open your heart and eyes.