The INSPIRE Project

The INSPIRE Project

    As I drove to work after a blessing-packed morning—brunch with my mom, stopping by my “second family” aka I practically grew up at their house, and generally enjoying the partly sunny Seattle day—I realized I had been inspired.  My morning had rejuvenated my soul because I took time. I made a point of having conversation, connecting, appreciating delicious food and scenic Puget Sound. My next thought was that I was inspired because each of those things was shared with others. I want to keep this going.

                I’m not big on resolutions, but I want to try something for this month, the shortest one of the year, the one that supposedly represents love (as if candy hearts and chocolate exemplify true love), to live out inspiration. I want to continue to be inspired and to pay it forward. For the next 27 days I will commit to inspiring one person in one small way, each day. From notes, to calls, to inexpensive gifts, or acknowledging and affirming a dream or passion, I want to inspire.

                As I exited the freeway, I also thought through the “why” of this personal challenge. What is my motivation? A pat on the back? To make the world a little bit happier? Both? I think it’s much deeper than that. I am most inspired by my faith—by the savior that gave his LIFE so that I could live. In a small way, this inspiration project is mirroring that. I can’t wait to see what the next month does for my soul as I seek to serve and to inspire.

 

Who’s with me?

 

My desire is for you to join in, and if you do…pass it on, inspire others to inspire. Let’s make this the month of living love, not just a day. I would love to hear your stories, what inspires you and what intentionally looking to inspire others teaches you. Post in the comments section and keep this going. I will be posting updates weekly as the month continues.