Inspiration For Living

Some find freedom in the water. For some swimming is a spiritual experience. It seems world goes away under the water. Whether it is murky down there or crystal clear, any sounds under the water are of your own making. They are the sound of the water moving around you and the sound of breathing; rhythmic and controlled.

You can be in your own world when you swim. You are in control of your body and your thoughts. These thoughts can be self motivating to swim farther, to practice another stroke, or lengthen your breathing cycle. You are at one with the water. The water surrounds you and buoys you up, leaving you feeling like you are in a safe cocoon.

Dense fog can give the same feeling.

When you are engaged in an activity your mood is lightened, your body doesn't complain, and when you are finished you feel motivated to do more. That is inspiration for living. It's a natural consequence. You can't stay where you are if you are moving.

Are you having trouble finding the energy to begin a task? Look at the world around you. What physically brings you pleasure and warms your spirit? Artwork, reading, walking, running- identify what your inspiration for living is.

Nature may be close at hand. Find your passion in nature and color. Take a walk through the woods gathering nature’s gifts and use them to create art. The seed pods, the flowers, and leaves are all gifts to be enjoyed. Life’s natural balance can be nurturing.

What is close at hand in your life that you can tap into for a inspirational nudge? What it is doesn't matter. What it makes you feel does. That it gets you moving and looking forward is the point, and that is inspiration for living.
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