Destination Inspiration

Writing begins with putting thoughts to paper or onto the screen and pursuing the creativity. Preceding this, however, is the wellspring of imagination. The destination is sought by inspiration and it's during the inspired times that give writing its best opportunity to flourish. As for the 90% of uninspired times, well, that's best saved for another posting. Moving along, there are countless ways to seek creative inspiration, and since everyone has their own ways, it's a matter of determining what works for each person.

This could be anything from reading books and articles to talking with friends, listening to music, visiting a park a museum or you name it. Creativity has no limits, even though our destinations do and as does the thoughts and organized content we put onto the page or screen. Once the creative fuel sparks inspiration its then that focus is demanded of the writer so as not to stray from the path that was carved by imagination. The writing path that follows page after page is one that leads from creativity to practice and patience and then finally finds skill that can be found in the company of talent. And remember, talent is not always natural, but discovered down the destined road of diligence and determination.