If one day you feel inspired, that's great, seize it and use it. But don't confine yourself only to those moments of inspiration or perfect timing. Act immediately, and you'll find that for most of the time afterward, your inspiration will follow suit. Just go ahead and do what you want to do, without waiting for the so-called best moment.
I think it’s best to heed Picasso's advice – start acting immediately. At first, it might be a bit rough, and you may struggle. But after a while, you'll notice that your inspiration begins to catch up. Things start to get easier, and both your efficiency and quality of work will improve significantly.
[2] A famous American social talk show (talk show "comedy") host. – Translator's note
3. Don't wait for so-called inspiration or the right moment. “Inspiration does exist, but it must appear when we act.”
6. Judge less, and you'll discover hidden beauty. “If we could just throw away our minds and see with our eyes alone, that would be ideal.”
Moreover, always remember, reality is eternal, so don't let the past hold you back too much. In most cases, you really don't have to do things the same old way. Following rules is your choice, as is doing something different. Right here, right now.
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Inspiration may come unexpectedly while visiting neighbors. But if you always expect these moments while working, it can easily make your work chaotic, with inconsistent quality and quantity, and waste a lot of your waiting time.
It might sound strange at first, but when you return to reality, the mundane world indeed becomes more fascinating and interesting. You’ll find all colors seem brighter, and you’ll notice more vitality in trees, nature, and people. You'll also realize how great artificial objects and materials are, turning those ordinary, even dull items into things of appreciation and intoxication.
4. Act. “Only things that remain undone after death should be postponed until tomorrow.”
7. It's never too late. “Youth has no age.”
[1] Eckhart Tolle: Renowned British writer and motivational speaker, more details at: http://eckharttolle.com – Translator's note
1. You must believe in yourself. “If you think you can, you can; if you think you cannot, you cannot – this is an immutable law, an undeniable rule.”
But this may intimidate you. The best advice is, when you truly cannot do something yet, face the reality fully. This greatly reduces the negative emotions that hold you back. When such emotions are expelled from your mind and body, your focus improves, you feel more positive, and your performance remains excellent. You will definitely learn what you've resolved to learn.
Challenging yourself to give your all is essential for growth. The more challenges you take on, the faster your growth.
5. Ask the right questions. “Others see existing facts and ask why; I see non-existent possibilities and ask why not.”
Similar to point number one, this doesn’t mean much if you only think and don’t act. I strongly recommend checking out Eckhar Tolle's works or listening to his speeches, which will deepen your understanding of returning to reality. Eckhart and Oprah [2] recently did a 90-minute talk show about his new book, "A New Earth." You can look for the book and related online videos.
“An artist is like a container filled with emotions, which may come from the sky, the earth, a piece of paper, a shadow, or even a spider web.”
Interestingly, when you're accustomed to seeing everything rigidly, it's hard to realize how your beliefs are influencing your actions and the way you perceive the world. When you think you can, rather than can't, your feelings about many things change, including how you feel about yourself. It's hard to find courage, motivation, passion, and other things you need without changing perspectives.
So ask yourself some uplifting questions:
For more on this, refer to "8 Ways to Return to Reality." One of my favorite points is: Focus on what's in front of you, experience the feelings of realists (I often listen to Eckhart Tolle's [1] speech CDs), and concentrate on your breathing.
This sentence is very good because it doesn't simply tell you "Believe in yourself!" Instead, it explains why you need to trust your abilities when doing things.
Don't listen to those worldly notions like "You can or cannot do something based on your age." Age exists mostly in your own mind. Look at the first point and choose what you can do. Then check the sixth point and ask yourself correct rather than self-limiting questions.
When you become more grounded in your daily life, there's a big benefit – you'll start analyzing and dissecting the people and things around you less. You won't judge things recklessly anymore.
"Action is the foundation of all success."
There's also that sense of pre-belief in self-fulfillment. If you think you'll fail, you're likely to hesitate or even trap yourself (sometimes unconsciously). But if you think you can, you won't complain but instead focus on finding solutions. And when you're highly aware, solutions and opportunities tend to emerge. Without trust in your abilities and focus on the right things, you're likely to miss the methods and strategies needed to solve problems.
"Some painters turn the sun into a yellow dot, others turn a yellow dot into the sun."
People often ask themselves the wrong questions. Answering these questions only makes you more convinced that you're stupid, wrong, and limited in the future, with nothing you can do about it. These questions won't uplift you; they'll only bring you down.
If you always view your life as a chronological table, you might feel that it's already too late to change. But if you learn to focus more on reality and each moment of being alive, this sense of urgency will dissipate significantly. You'll find yourself consciously making choices and taking more action for what you like now. Thus, a future full of new infinite possibilities will unfold before you.
2. Challenge limits. "I always try things I don't know how to do, so I can learn how to 'know'."
[This was the only article I published on Ye Yan two years ago (original author Henrik Edberg), with over ten thousand clicks before the old Ye Yan was shut down. I'll translate more quality blog posts in the future to inspire us all!]
When you feel frustrated, ask yourself: What are the good aspects of this situation? What can I learn from it? – There's always something you can learn that will make you more positive when encountering similar issues next time.
Pablo Picasso was a Spanish painter and sculptor, someone skilled in many creative fields. He was perhaps the most renowned artist of the last century.
It's like you start observing the world around you with clearer and more curious eyes. Discover fresh things like a child. Of course, I mean before they learn to walk, talk, and start misusing the mental habits and rigid associations accumulated with age.
I know, if you've been reading this blog for a while, you might notice the word "action" mentioned in many articles. That's because, as Picasso said – action is the foundation of everything. Without action, no amount of help or advice matters. It's an important part of personal growth, yet we often forget or avoid it.
When communicating with others, ask yourself: How can I add more value to this exchange? (for example, by being empathetic, helpful, offering practical solutions, making people happy, excited, etc.)
In any situation, you can ask yourself this question: What's great about this moment right now? This will make you feel grateful and is a quick way to make your emotions and thoughts more positive and rich. Of course, you can ask yourself many more uplifting questions. My point is to ask positively, opening your heart to all future opportunities and possibilities.
Picasso had some interesting quotes about life. Here are my top 7 favorites.
Action intimidates many people. It feels hard, or you think now isn't the right time. But developing a habit of continuous action will make you completely different. Check out this article: "9 Ways to Cultivate Action Power." My favorite tip, mentioned earlier in challenging limits, is: Face reality and stop resisting action. Related theme articles: Healthy Living, What Not to Do After Meals, Qingchuyl Product Videos, Comparison of Bluetooth Advertising and Traditional Advertising.