7 Jolts of Inspiration from the Power of Art
By Brandi Fleck
Feeling uninspired? Discover 7 quick jolts of inspiration drawn from the power of art to lift your mood, spark courage, and remind you your story matters.
We’ve all had those days where everything feels flat, gray, and uninspired. When you’re stuck in the blahs, it can feel impossible to move forward. That’s where art steps in—not just the art you create, but the art you notice, the art you share, the art that surrounds us every day.
Here are 7 quick jolts of inspiration I’ve learned personally over the years as an artist that carry immense truth in my life. You can carry these with you right now to feel lighter, braver, and more connected.
1. Beauty as a Lifeline
Sometimes, just glimpsing something beautiful is enough to soften the heaviness of the world. Look up at the sky, pause on a flower, let a song wash over you. Joy can appear in an instant.
2. Crossing Timelines
Art has the power to bridge our past and present. A song, a painting, or even a fleeting encounter can remind you that you’ve grown, shifted, and survived into a new version of yourself.
3. Inspiration Is Contagious
When someone else dares to share their creativity, it sparks something in us. Let another person’s courage be the nudge you need—expression ripples outward, and yours might be the ripple someone else needs.
4. Proof You’re Not Alone
Art carries our deepest stories. When someone resonates with yours, it’s a reminder that our hardest moments hold a universal thread. We heal together when we share.
5. The Courage to Be Seen
Showing up—even when it feels imperfect or vulnerable—creates unexpected opportunities for connection. Sometimes the act of being visible is the exact invitation someone else is waiting for.
6. Connection Beyond Transaction
Art doesn’t need a price tag to matter. Its true value lies in the meaning, the conversations, and the connections it builds. That’s a wealth you already carry inside you.
7. Your Story Matters
Every brushstroke, lyric, or word is proof that your experience has value. Telling your story—no matter how small it feels—creates ripples far beyond what you can see.
Quick Takeaway
You don’t need a grand masterpiece to feel inspired again. All it takes is a spark—one glimpse of beauty, one act of expression, one reminder that your story matters. Carry these seven jolts with you, and the next time you feel flat, remember: inspiration is closer than you think.
Want more tools for inspiring creativity and lifting yourself out of the doldrums? Explore our other practices and interviews on Human Amplified.
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Hi, I’m the founder of Human Amplified. I’m Brandi Fleck, a recognized communications and interviewing expert, a writer, an artist, and a private practice, certified trauma-informed life coach and Reiki healer. No matter how you interact with me, I help you tell and change your story so you can feel more like yourself. So welcome!
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