August 28, 2023 • 4 mins
In this episode I'm going to discuss the thought provoking quote "Inspiration has an expiration".
You'll learn about blogging ideas, taking advantage of inspiration as a content creator, the importance of a habit, keeping an open mind, nurturing your creativity, and the value in never giving up on your dreams.
All of this in a simple 4 minute episode.
Thank you so much for listening to the blogging mindset podcast!
If you like the show, definitely subscribe for more awesome blogging and productivity episodes. Leave us a review letting me know what you think of the show, and what I can do to further help you in your blogging and entrepreneurial journey!
Lastly, if you could help me out and share this with your family, friends, and social media following, I would thoroughly appreciate that! It is the best and easiest way you can contribute to the show.
Thank you!
You'll learn about blogging ideas, taking advantage of inspiration as a content creator, the importance of a habit, keeping an open mind, nurturing your creativity, and the value in never giving up on your dreams.
All of this in a simple 4 minute episode.
Thank you so much for listening to the blogging mindset podcast!
If you like the show, definitely subscribe for more awesome blogging and productivity episodes. Leave us a review letting me know what you think of the show, and what I can do to further help you in your blogging and entrepreneurial journey!
Lastly, if you could help me out and share this with your family, friends, and social media following, I would thoroughly appreciate that! It is the best and easiest way you can contribute to the show.
Thank you!
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(00:00):
Welcome to the Blogging Mindset podcast,where I hope you gain clarity, focus
and inspiration to boost your blogging results. Welcome back to the Blogging Mindset podcast.
Today it's Mindset Monday, when Italk about mindset principles and how they
can relate to blogging, content creationand entrepreneurship. And today I'm talking about
the thought provoking quote Inspiration has anExpiration, a quote from Naval Ravacan.
(00:23):
So grab your favorite beverage, settlein, and let's unravel the layers of
meaning behind this state. Now,before we dive into our discussion, let's
break down the quote itself, Inspirationhas an expiration? What does this mean?
At first glance, it might sounda bit disheartening, our bursts of
inspiration really fleeting and bound to banish. Let's explore this further. Now.
(00:45):
It's true that inspiration often strikes uslight lightning, those moments when ideas flow
effortlessly and we're fueled by an almostelectric energy. But as we all know,
these moments don't last forever. Theinitial spark fades. What was once
a brilliant idea can lose its lusterand appeal. But does that mean inspiration
(01:06):
truly expires. While inspiration might comeand go, it doesn't necessarily mean it's
gone for good. Think of itas a tide. It comes and goes,
but it's always there waiting to return. During these law periods, it's
important and essential to continue nurturing yourcreativity. Try new experiences, explore different
(01:26):
mediums, and keep your mind opento new perspectives, and most importantly,
keep writing and keep creating content.Remember, even during the low tides,
inspiration might be silently gathering strength.Now here's where the magic happens. Inspiration
is fantastic, but it's what wedo with it that truly matters. You
(01:48):
cannot always rely on spontaneous bursts ofcreativity. Instead, you need to develop
habits and routines that allow you totap into your creativity consistently even when the
initial inspiration wanes. That's when truegrowth occurs, especially with writing and blogging,
turning fleeting moments of brilliance and inspirationinto consistent, sustainable actions and habits.
(02:15):
Throughout history, countless creative minds havegrappled with the idea of inspirations expiration.
From artists to writers to musicians,They've all faced moments of doubt and
creative lows, yet they've shown usthat persistence pays off. Looking at modern
(02:35):
influencers, let's take YouTube bludgeon misterBeast for example. He started making YouTube
videos in twenty twelve, and ittook him years of testing and creating videos
to reach the incredible success he hashad. Today, as I wrap up
today's discussion, let's embrace the conceptof evolution. Just as inspiration evolves,
(02:58):
so do we as creators, andour experiences, skills, and perspectives change
over time, enriching the well fromwhich we draw inspiration. So rather than
fearing and expiration, let's see itas an invitation to grow, adapt,
and remain consistent in our creative efforts. Remember, fellow bloggers, inspiration is
(03:21):
not a finite resource, is acycle that comes and goes. So the
next time you find yourself in amoment of creative lull, do not give
up. Keep pushing forward, keepcreating, and keep believing in your mission
and your long term goals. That'sit for today's episode of the Blogging Mindset
podcast. Thank you for tuning in. If you enjoyed this episode, make
(03:44):
sure to subscribe and leave a review, and always remember, inspiration has an
expiration so act. Now you're awesomeand I'll catch you in the next episode
of the Blogging Mindset podcast. Fromsome Pop Out, from Pop and from
some rock Out
Welcome to the Blogging Mindset podcast,where I hope you gain clarity, focus
and inspiration to boost your blogging results. Welcome back to the Blogging Mindset podcast.
Today it's Mindset Monday, when Italk about mindset principles and how they
can relate to blogging, content creationand entrepreneurship. And today I'm talking about
the thought provoking quote Inspiration has anExpiration, a quote from Naval Ravacan.
(00:23):
So grab your favorite beverage, settlein, and let's unravel the layers of
meaning behind this state. Now,before we dive into our discussion, let's
break down the quote itself, Inspirationhas an expiration? What does this mean?
At first glance, it might sounda bit disheartening, our bursts of
inspiration really fleeting and bound to banish. Let's explore this further. Now.
(00:45):
It's true that inspiration often strikes uslight lightning, those moments when ideas flow
effortlessly and we're fueled by an almostelectric energy. But as we all know,
these moments don't last forever. Theinitial spark fades. What was once
a brilliant idea can lose its lusterand appeal. But does that mean inspiration
(01:06):
truly expires. While inspiration might comeand go, it doesn't necessarily mean it's
gone for good. Think of itas a tide. It comes and goes,
but it's always there waiting to return. During these law periods, it's
important and essential to continue nurturing yourcreativity. Try new experiences, explore different
(01:26):
mediums, and keep your mind opento new perspectives, and most importantly,
keep writing and keep creating content.Remember, even during the low tides,
inspiration might be silently gathering strength.Now here's where the magic happens. Inspiration
is fantastic, but it's what wedo with it that truly matters. You
(01:48):
cannot always rely on spontaneous bursts ofcreativity. Instead, you need to develop
habits and routines that allow you totap into your creativity consistently even when the
initial inspiration wanes. That's when truegrowth occurs, especially with writing and blogging,
turning fleeting moments of brilliance and inspirationinto consistent, sustainable actions and habits.
(02:15):
Throughout history, countless creative minds havegrappled with the idea of inspirations expiration.
From artists to writers to musicians,They've all faced moments of doubt and
creative lows, yet they've shown usthat persistence pays off. Looking at modern
(02:35):
influencers, let's take YouTube bludgeon misterBeast for example. He started making YouTube
videos in twenty twelve, and ittook him years of testing and creating videos
to reach the incredible success he hashad. Today, as I wrap up
today's discussion, let's embrace the conceptof evolution. Just as inspiration evolves,
(02:58):
so do we as creators, andour experiences, skills, and perspectives change
over time, enriching the well fromwhich we draw inspiration. So rather than
fearing and expiration, let's see itas an invitation to grow, adapt,
and remain consistent in our creative efforts. Remember, fellow bloggers, inspiration is
(03:21):
not a finite resource, is acycle that comes and goes. So the
next time you find yourself in amoment of creative lull, do not give
up. Keep pushing forward, keepcreating, and keep believing in your mission
and your long term goals. That'sit for today's episode of the Blogging Mindset
podcast. Thank you for tuning in. If you enjoyed this episode, make
(03:44):
sure to subscribe and leave a review, and always remember, inspiration has an
expiration so act. Now you're awesomeand I'll catch you in the next episode
of the Blogging Mindset podcast. Fromsome Pop Out, from Pop and from
some rock Out
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