The Mysterious Art of Creating Inspiration

Studying Rosicrucian AMORC teachings may unleash dormant creative and artistic abilities we were previously unaware existed.  In every human being is the capacity to create.  Many religions believe we were created in the image of God, who is the ultimate Creator, so it is only natural for us to want to create something of profound value or inspiration.  These ancient secret teachings may inspire dreams of writing, painting, creating music, or other forms of artistic expression.  They're really not secrets at all, they're just not very well known or understood.  A perfecting Rosicrucian (also known as a student of Rosicrucianism) will learn these secrets in an amazing way.

Photo:  A divinely inspired stained glass creation.  From the Smith Museum at Navy Pier in Chicago, IL, USA

Consider the writer or artist who visualizes a project but struggles to put words to paper (or computer screen) or brush to canvas.  The passion burns within, but fails to manifest itself physically.  The writer or artist has an emotional and spiritual need to produce the visualization, but cannot. Why?  Fear maybe?  Many, when they fail to complete their project, will give up; others perservere.  Why?  Maybe they feel undeserving, they might be too self critical.   Education, in the form of writing or art classes, may propel some students to greatness, but not all.  Why?  Perhaps because the passion is not there, or the fear and lack of self-confidence is. 

For the writer, artist, musician, or other creative minded individual to succeed (and we are all creative), it is imperative that the project first pleases the creator - you!  The writer must write what they wish to read.  The artist must paint or draw what they wish to look at.  The musician must make sounds that their ears like to hear.  But what if you are creating a project for someone else, a project you are not interested in?  Well, first we might want to analyze why we are in a position we do not wish to be in; perhaps it's time to change professions.  That said, surely we can find a way to accomodate the needs of others and incorporate them into our thinking.  Trying to visualize a project from the point of view of the other person can make the job much easier. 

Next, in addition to rethinking your project to make certain that the things you are creating are the things you care about, you must also prepare to create.  Preparation involves planning, analyzing your technical ability (and improving it where applicable), and knowing all you can about your subject.  Knowing your subject is crucial because if you do not, then the project gets stuck in your mind, unable to manifest itself physically.  For the writer, this means research; for the artist, this means knowing the proper technique; for the musician, this means understanding harmony.

By being prepared we light the fires of inspiration.  Inspiration gets your project idea out of your head and into the physical world.  Manifestation!  You write the words, your brush flows freely and purposefully on the canvas, the musical notes make joyful and harmonious sounds. 

When manifested inspiration is achieved, all is well with the world once more. 

Best times for inspiration?  Mornings - when you are rested and fresh!  Are there certain smells you can create or visualize and then insert into your routine?  Are there certain materials or instruments that inspire you?  Keep them nearby.  Create the atmosphere that makes you creative.  Simply being in the mood is not enough to stir inspiration, you must create the conditions that inspire you.  Inspiration cannot be forced, no one really knows where it comes from, but it is much more likely to come to you if you are prepared to receive it.  You can establish a routine that puts you in a position to receive regular doses of inspiration. 

These are all methods that can be learned, through the ancient, time tested methods of the Rosicrucian teachings. 

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