There as an infinite source of inspiration that we can instantly approach. The inspiration can come from inside if we are able to calm down and go within. We can ask ourselves a question, for example before I start to write I sit down, close my eyes and ask What does want to come through me today? After a moment the answer always comes. It could be in the form of idea, memory or image.
But we can also channel the inspiration from the outside sources. The key lies in the present moment. There is so much inspiration available if we are able to connect with our senses. It could be visual, we can see different shapes and colours around us that can consequently create feelings and sensations in our body. We can express them through dance, movement, or other creative or artistic forms. It could be a song that you hear that comes to you from your memory or that you hear in a market. These are unexpected moments of inspiration :). Or that gentle warm wind that touches your skin. Our work is to become present and be open to what is and then act on it.
My experience is that when I improvise outside in nature, it could be just my practice, in the beginning there could be so much noise coming from inside in the form of my thoughts and beliefs. There could be a fearful thoughts sucha as What if someones sees me. Its embarassing. I should not do it etc. This internal train of thoughts prevents me from connecting with what is. Sometimes I have capacity to face all of this thoughts and somehow go through and get behind them. While other times it can be more challenging and I give myself grace and stop :).
I believe that we do not have to wait for experience to come, we just need to create a space for it to come and be ready to catch it and follow. I love a TED talk with Elizabeth Gilbert where she talks about creativity and inspiration. You can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86x-u-tz0MA&t=9s.
With Love,
Jindriska
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