: something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create : a force or influence that inspires someone
: a person, place, experience, etc., that makes someone want to do or create something
: a good idea
psychologytoday paraphrases August Turak, in 3 Keys to Getting and Staying Inspired by saying "If inspiration is what you're seeking, it's a mistake to just sit around and wait for it to strike." When i read this, what first comes to mind is to what extent are we simply sitting around for it, if, we are in fact seeking it to begin with? Is is not an adequate starting point to simply surround ourselves with material we find interest in, taking small steps towards meaningful creation, or should we unabashedly throw ourselves into our goals and assure ourselves that assurance will come with time, as this article and Turak suggests. the example given in the article is getting out to the gym in response to being displeased with your mirror image. can creative goals be met this way too, or should we start even slower when planning composition to further urge us to create? Part of me wants to say careful planning can lead to some amazing results, work that one can really be proud of. Part of me wants to say attack the canvas, command the medium! and for now, do not care what comes of it.
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