The last few weeks, I've been on roller coaster of emotions thanks to the ever changing Texas weather and the growing bundle of joy in my belly. As a result, the projects are almost at a standstill and the inspiration is damn near frozen. I've, unsuccessfully, tried a few things to boost my energy. Last ditch effort: Throw myself into my work and hope it works!
SO how do you find inspiration when it's seriously waning? I use several methods and I'll do my best to explain each so, hopefully, one day you might use them to break through one of your own mental blocks.
Brainstorming
I know that we're not in 3rd grade anymore, but brainstorming is seriously an asset. My mind is almost always moving and it rarely stops. Rarely. My husband knows he's lost me when my eyes get that glazed look and I'm staring out the window or at the wall. Showers, car trips, cooking, trips to the playground, sweeping, painting, or any other task can be perfect for brainstorming with a little practice. Since my mind tends to flow a bit slower these days, my brainstorming sessions are fewer and further between. When the mood strikes, however, it is generally centralized around a specific idea or object. My most recent session occurred this morning while washing my hair in the shower. I was trying to jumpstart the creative process so I pictured one of my upcoming projects {the chairs} and decided to let it flow.
Check back later for my next inspiration gathering method!
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