Where to look for Inspiration... Pirates and Bees it seems.

If asked what inspires me, I am not sure "pirates" would have come to mind, but it seems for Scott Leckie the principal at Takota Asset Management, they do; after watching his video, I now have a better understanding as to why. 

I couldn't help but wonder about inspiration and why it is so very important, particularly when it comes to getting things done.

I will say right away, and somewhat emphatically, inspiration is not a replacement for having a well thought out plan that is aligned with your situation... but having said that, inspiration can be a very powerful force for working through your plan, or any situation for that matter. 

Merriam-Webster defines inspiration \ˌin(t)-spə-ˈrā-shən, -(ˌ)spi-\ as something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create : a force or influence that inspires someone.

There are three ways to categorize inspiration come to mind:

Inspiration that can lead you to pursue a goal

I think this is a pretty inspirational example, don't you?

 "Chris Hadfield says Neil Armstrong's 1969 walk on the moon inspired him to pursue a path that will see him become the first Canadian to command the International Space Station. (Graham Hughes/Canadian Press)".

Inspiration to help generate an idea (used for any and all situations like executing on your plan, solving a problem or taking advantage of and opportunity) 

I got the following from tiny buddha for finding inspiration:

• Find inspiration in Nature
• Find inspiration on the Web (it's what I did)
• Find inspiration in Possibilities
• Find inspiration in People
• Find inspiration in Yourself

Lori Deschene, the founder of tiny buddha has offered up 50 places in total to find inspiration... definitely worth a look. You may get an idea.

Inspiration that emotionally engages and helps you work through the difficulties that come with executing on plans, solving problems or dealing with situations

 We have all heard the stories of overcoming insurmountable odds, making the impossible possible, and validating the strength of the human spirit. Inspiration encourages us, strengthens us, reminds us that we are not alone, and what we are trying to do is possible. The world is full of these inspirational stories and is evident by a quick Internet search.  

Inspiration helps us get over the hurdles needed to get it done; it can stimulate a new idea or give you the energy to get back up when everything, I mean everything, is knocking you down. 

So as you build out your Goals, Objective and Plans, take some time to investigate what and who inspires you. You will be served well for it.

For me, I don't think my inspiration will be pirates, but bees instead.

For the past couple of months I have been active on a new affinity network that has been very inspirational in terms of the people I've met, the content that is being shared, and the leadership that is driving this very unique enterprise. Recently I was honoured with being made a beBee Ambassador, and now I am truly inspired.

With inspiration in hand, it's now time to sit down, put "pen to paper", and develop my plan to continue supporting beBee, and the opportunity that is in it for all of us.

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