Where Do You Find Your Inspiration?
By Mikkel Juhl On December 30, 2009
Under Content Creation
Sometime ago I thought about one thing, actually because I was asked a question. I went something like this: “I have a hard time coming up with new blog post topics every day, where do you get your ideas from. You write everyday, for me that’s like a lot.”
I haven’t replied yet, because I actually needed some time to think about this. I couldn’t answer it right away. This may seem quite weird, well at least I think it is. So well I “studied” my method a bit and I found the answer.
I got my ideas from various places.
- Magazines
- Other blogs
- Comments
- Emails
- YouTube videos
- Music
- Forums
That’s just some of those. But I believe that, thinking was my biggest source of ideas.
You know, when I was lying in bed, just before I was going to sleep – I just got lots of ideas, but currently I don’t get these ideas. I haven’t had them for like 2-3 weeks – which is quite weird. They just disappeared.
I think those ideas who come straight from the heart is truly great and they often is more spectacular than all the posts you get when you look at other blogs etc.
Now this isn’t a problem for me at all. That isn’t why I haven’t been publishing something everyday – only the second. It’s mainly because I want to relax in the holidays and you know, I’m still passionate about this, so that can’t be why, I’m not getting these ideas anymore.
But you, see.. That’s not what I was wanting to talk about. What I really wanted to talk about was, that I really think that you should try and list everything you get ideas from. Because if there’s one or two days you can’t find a single topic to write about, then you will know where to go, to get some inspiration.
I have done so know and I really think that it’s like much easier to come up with a topic. Especially because I have joined ProBlogger.community, they really gives you something to think about there etc. awesome community, much better that free forums to be honest.
When Nothing Works
When I really struggle, I am brainstorming about topics. Get in a relaxing mood and then think and find your passion. Close your eyes. What comes to your mind? Anything useful?
I really love to use this method, when I am fully empty, it helps me a lot. I hope you enjoy this splendid day!
What’s Your Take?
Where do you find your inspiration? Please share in the comments field.