How to Find Inspiration When You Feel Stuck
- Selfie Week Nigeria
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Inspiration is a funny thing. Some days, it hits like lightning. Other times, it hides in the corners — just out of reach, no matter how hard you try. Whether you’re an artist, writer, entrepreneur, or just someone trying to come up with something fresh, we all face the same challenge: how do you find creative energy when you feel like you’ve run out?
Here’s a gentle guide to help you reconnect with your creative spark — no pressure, no gimmicks, just honest ways to start again.
1. Start Small
You don’t need a grand idea to begin. Sometimes, it’s a word you heard in conversation, a song you stumbled on, or a color you can’t stop thinking about. Let that tiny thing be enough to follow. Creativity is less about the big picture and more about the small trail of breadcrumbs that leads you there.
2. Follow Your Curiosity, Not Trends
Forget about what’s “in” right now. Ask yourself: what are you drawn to? What do you keep thinking about? Maybe it’s vintage typography. Maybe it’s plants. Maybe it’s a feeling you can’t describe yet. Follow that. Curiosity is way more sustainable than chasing likes.
3. Change Your Space
Environment matters. Clean your desk. Sit somewhere new. Take your journal outside. A shift in space often leads to a shift in perspective. Even small changes — like lighting a candle or rearranging your table — can reset your creative mindset.
4. Move Your Body
You’d be surprised what a walk can do. Or a dance. Or a stretch. Movement shakes things loose — both physically and mentally. If you’ve been sitting in the same place for hours waiting for inspiration, try doing the opposite: move.
5. Make Something Bad On Purpose
One of the biggest creativity blockers? Perfectionism. Try making something intentionally messy or weird. A scribble. A voice note. A nonsense paragraph. Giving yourself permission to be playful unlocks the kind of ideas perfectionism never will.
6. Talk to People
Sometimes you don’t need a new idea — you just need a conversation. Talk to someone outside your creative bubble. Ask them questions. Listen. Real connection leads to new perspectives. And new perspectives often lead to fresh ideas.
7. Collect Inspiration — Don’t Compare
Start a folder on your phone or desktop filled with things that inspire you: images, quotes, sounds, anything. Let it be a judgment-free zone. Inspiration multiplies when you feel safe to explore, not when you’re stuck comparing yourself to everyone else.
Final Thought: You’re Not Behind
Everyone feels stuck sometimes. It doesn’t mean you’re not creative — it means you’re human. Be patient with yourself. Be kind. And most importantly, don’t wait to feel “ready.” Just start.
The spark you’re looking for might be one small action away.
What’s been inspiring you lately? Let us know in the comments or tag us @selfieweeknigeria — we’d love to see what you’re exploring.
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