Inspiration

Inspiration can come from a myriad of places - people, nature, music, movies, books and prose.

When I think of inspirational people I think of Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Thomas Jefferson, Helen Keller, Muhammad Ali, Anne Frank, Maya Angelou, James McKenna and Kofi Annan. Each of these individuals has dedicated their life to something they were passionate about.  Passion is very inspirational. I find people with passion to be the most interesting, whether I am passionate about the subject matter or not. I am particularly inspired by people who fight for the oppressed. I am a humanitarian at heart and will always stand up for the underdog. 

I am also inspired by nature – trees and water in particular. I find them calming. I think the fact that they come coupled with fresh air makes a difference too. Breeze helps to metaphorically clear the mind. When the mind is clear of obstructions one can be inspired to do great things.

Music is fundamental to my life. I rely very heavily on music to pull me out of darkness when it settles in. I find I can escape in lyrics and there are many songs that touch my soul and inspire me to strive for betterment. 

There are occasionally movies and often books that inspire me. I deliberately steer clear of fiction. I have no space in my life for trashy novels. I use movies to escape into another world.  When I read, I want to learn. I want to expand my brain or explore the way it works; assessing the thoughts I have and work towards self-improvement.

I am not a huge fan of poetry but there are occasions where I have found inspiration in prose. I know that there are many people out there who are inspired by poems though so I cannot discount this as a valuable source of inspiration.

The trick is to find something every day that inspires you to reach further, train harder or be kinder. The world needs people that think; people that treat those around them with respect and dignity and people that value their health. Go out and be one of those people. Learn new things, eat fresh food, get active, read. There are so many wonderful things out there that come free of charge – soak them up! Then spread the joy that you find in them with those you love the most. Make real connections.  Discuss the things that matter. Love wholeheartedly. Give freely without thought of return. Volunteer. Find your passion and live life to the full. Every day.