When someone says, “You inspire me,” the statement is an affirmation of how we have handled ourselves in the midst of the struggles and triumphs of our lives. To inspire someone is to uplift them…to facilitate a shift to a brighter or broader perspective. That shift happens because something in us reminds them of their own  inner nature. We are the impetus for that person to connect with their own powerful spirit. Such inspiration is a gift that costs us nothing to give, yet is of immeasurable value to others.

Living true to our purpose, often inspire others to do the same. When we allow creativity to flow through us, we remind those around us that they are creative beings, as well, with ideas and ways of seeing the world that are unique to them. We become the catalyst for them to tune into their inner gifts, their unexpressed wisdom, and their untapped resources. We encourage them to live “in-spirit” with the abundance of their own inner essence. So the only authentic way of inspiring someone is to simply model being in spirit ourselves. Living in alignment with our spiritual nature is the goal. Inspiring others is the effect. When we focus on living true to ourselves, the rest takes care of itself.