Listen "Episode Eleven. Break the Stuck Cycle: From Idea to Action with a Few Intentional Steps"
Episode Synopsis
Feeling stuck and uninspired? The overwhelming amount of inspiration available to us today might be the exact reason you’re feeling this way. Today, let’s talk about the concept of endless inspiration and how to use it more intentionally verses hoarding ideas we never return to.Quick AnnouncementsMake sure to join my email list for exciting updates and exclusive content.Interested in learning more about the Milanote Mood Board Mastery Workshop? Check out the details here.Once Upon a TimeWe found inspiration through books, magazines, galleries, face-to-face conversation with creative friends. There was magic in the quiet. And NowToday, we spend hours scrolling through social media, constantly consuming new ideas but rarely acting on them. This over-inspiration and information overload can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling stuck and uninspired. A More Intentional Process for Gathering Inspiration and Taking ActionIf you’re caught in the scroll and feeling less than inspired. Try this.Take a break from scrolling: Pause your social media consumption for a day and give your brain a chance to breathe.Write out your thoughts: Jot down all the ideas and to-dos swirling in your head to declutter your mind.Gather inspiration intentionally: Use platforms like Pinterest to search for specific inspiration related to your project. Intentionally save images that resonate with you and move on to the next step.Create a mood board: Using an app like Milanote, organize the images you've gathered and make notes on why you saved the images to your board.Plan your project: Identify the supplies you'll need for your own creative project and set a timeline for taking action. Where and when will you make this happen.Take action: With your mood board and plan in place, begin, using your gathered inspiration as a guide.The Power of Intentional InspirationAt first, this process might seem like a lot of work, but it's worth the effort. By intentionally gathering and analyzing inspiration, you'll move from feeling overwhelmed and stuck to actually taking action and creating something of your own.Remember, clarity comes when we quiet the noise and allow our own creative voice to shine through. So take a break from endless scrolling, gather inspiration intentionally, and unleash your creativity today.To see my Milanote process in action watch my step-by-step tutorial, and find out more about my Milatutorialnote Mood Board Masterclass as well.
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