Being an Inspiration

Living an inspired life is the bomb.  I’m often inspired by what others are up to, or by how someone is being in the world.  I’m intentional about the people and information I allow into my life, in order to create as many opportunities to be inspired as possible.  As much as I love to be inspired, it’s equally important to me to be someone that inspires others.  In fact, it’s become my life’s work.

How does that happen in practical terms?  What is it about a person that causes another to become inspired in some way?  It has to do with some measure of the following components:

1.  Doing something that seems difficult, in a way that looks easy.
2.  Doing something that someone else wants to do and hasn’t yet done
3.  Making the impossible seem possible
4.  A new thought that touches someone on a deep level
5.  Bringing a positive attitude to a negative situation
6.  Offering another perspective that may unblock someone from action
7.  Guiding someone to think BIGGER

Inspiration is the fuel in the tank for getting things done.  It happens everywhere.  People use inspiration to begin projects, and to finish them.  Inspiration helps people write, paint, sing, dance, and get their creative juices flowing.  Being inspired increases our sense of well-being; we know that all is right in the world for that moment.

The world seriously needs people in it who are committed to inspiring others.  Perhaps you’re one of those people; and if not, how can you be more of an inspiration?  Here are some suggestions:

1.  Show compassion for others.  Relate to them in ways that have them feel loved and accepted.
2.  When someone can’t see a clear path to a solution, guide them to clarity. Encourage action.
3.  Take action yourself, in bold and beautiful ways.  Be an example of a can-do attitude.
4.  Be available for people when they reach out to you.
5.  Be vulnerable.  People love to know you’ve been through something similar and have come out the other side.
6.  Listen intently, and repeat what you heard.
7.  Follow your heart.  Take the heart-driven path instead of the ambition-driven path.
8.  Be different.  Avoid status quo.
9.  Find beauty in everything.
10.  Lead with love, asking yourself “What would love do here?”
11.  We love stories about someone overcoming huge odds.  Become a storyteller.
12.  Exercise self-love, with extreme self care.
13.  Do what you say you will do, every single time.
14.  Do things that scare you.
15.  Get to know other cultures, and live a diverse life.
16.  Slow down and be present with people.
17.  Give unconditionally.
18.  Lay your ego down when it really matters.
19.  Do nice things for people without them knowing you did it.
20.  Surround yourself with people who inspire YOU.
21.  Follow your passion.
22.  Wake up and serve, in whatever way possible for you.
23.  Do the right thing.
24.  Forgive fast and fully.
25.  Suspend judgment.
26.  Empower yourself and others.
27.  Say what’s true.  People respect direct truth.
28.  Live your faith through action.
29.  Use discipline.
30.  Live every day as if it were your last.

Of course there are more, and if you spend even a fraction of your life living this way, it’s a recipe for a magnificent life!  You will create a magical life for yourself, and at the same time, your life will shine as a stunning example for others.