As we reach the middle of the month of inspiration, I wanted to spend some time exploring the little things that inspire me and how I seek out inspiration for creative pursuits.

It’s something I’ve talked about in previous posts – finding inspiration in nature, using ink blots to create images, or even being inspired by other people. Today’s post is going to be a little bit more practical than normal, though.

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The Myth of Sudden Inspiration

I think there can be a tendency to think that inspiration is only a flash of pure genius. A moment where we’re struck with some incredible idea that we must engage with that comes from nowhere. But in my experience, inspiration can be much quieter. It shows up in pauses, little moments in the everyday, small conversations in unlikely places, or from spilling something onto a page or canvas sheet.

Sometimes, I can work quickly with my inspiration. I can snap an image that captures the moment with beautiful lighting and composition.  I can jot down my thoughts. I can feel renewed with energy.

Other times, this inspiration burns much more slowly. The little business I’ve tried to establish was inspired by the desire to share a connection to nature. It started with physical products, developed into workbooks, and now I’m offering creative courses.

This developments hasn’t come from me waiting for inspiration to strike, it’s come from me nurturing the inspiration I did have. I’ve given it time to grow into something beautiful and meaningful – something I can be proud of and truly believe in.

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How I’ve Used The Power of Small Rituals to Nurture Inspiration

For me, inspiration often begins with small, intentional acts:

• A walk around the neighbourhood – slow and intentional, eyes peeled for little moments of joy.
• Drawing a tarot card and reflecting on its imagery.
• Writing whatever comes to mind, without rules or judgement.
• Spreading paint on a page and seeing what pours out of my soul.
• Having conversations with people in safe space.
• Looking for symbolic ingredients to represent my ideas and using them in ritualistic ways.

These practices aren’t about producing something impressive. They’re about creating space for ideas and feelings to surface. They remind me to stay curious – and that’s when the magic happens.

When I’m actively looking for inspiration, I find it everywhere. I might not know the project I’m trying to create, or what the final piece may look like. But I have the desire to be inspired, and that’s where the magic happens.

Why I Created My Workshops

When I started sharing my creative process online, I’ll admit – I felt self-conscious.

There’s a certain vulnerability in posting personal reflections, especially when the themes lean toward the “woo” side of life. I think I’m still quite a grounded person. I have a background in education, as longtime followers will know. Everything I do is rooted in extensive research. But I think enjoying the more spiritual side of things can make people feel a little uncomfortable.

But the more I shared, the more I realised this is exactly what people are missing: spaces where we can explore without pressure or performance.

That’s why I created my workshops. Each one is designed to help you reconnect with yourself and spark your own sense of inspiration – whether that’s through tarot journaling, nature-based soul searching, storytelling, or simply taking time to notice the little things.

My initial inspiration was to hold these spaces in my local community. I think there’s tremendous power in connecting with people offline, in finding local community, and being plugged in to your surroundings.

However, I also strive for accessibility in everything I do. After extensive research and discussions with different venues, I found that the pricing of local venues would prohibit accessibility for what I wanted to do by forcing prices I was uncomfortable with. So, I decided to tap into everything I learnt during the pandemic – teaching and tutoring online, and delivering online lessons during lockdown, I found that creating virtual spaces for people can still be a powerful tool for learning, educating, and inspiring.

Curious? You can explore all the upcoming workshops and book tickets on Eventbrite!

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Inspiration Is a Practice, Not a Moment

If you’ve ever felt uninspired, stuck, or a little lost creatively, you’re not alone. We all get caught up in everything we need to do in life. But inspiration doesn’t have to be some distant, elusive thing. It can be as simple as:

1. Taking five minutes to write down what you notice.
2. Stepping outside and listening to the wind in the trees.
3. Pulling a single card and letting its image sit with you.
4. Pouring some paint on a page and seeing what image it produces.
5. Looking for a flower or an animal and thinking about what it can teach you.
6. Reading a book and thinking about the parts that resonate with your own journey.

The more you make space for these small moments, the easier it becomes to feel inspired in your everyday life.

Let’s Explore Together

If this resonates with you, I’d love to welcome you into one of my workshops. Each course offers a gentle, welcoming space to explore your thoughts, build creative habits, and share inspiration with others.

You can check out the upcoming dates and sign up here!

If committing to a workshop is too big of a leap for you right now, you can also explore some of the workbooks I have available on Etsy. This month’s workbook is ’31 Days of Inspiration’.

And if you’ve got your own favourite ways to spark inspiration, I’d love to hear about them in the comments.