Why We Need Inspiration

 For anything excellent and great that you wish to accomplish in your life, there's one imperative requirement - inspiration. A great inspiration brings with it a wave of power that by itself may propel you over the finish line. Conversely when we're empty of inspiration, everything may appear hard, boring and dull, and we acquire no joy out of what we're doing.

Inspiration is so crucial as it keeps the mind positive and centered on the greater picture. We frequently believe we're in command of our minds and what we think, but even a brief analysis of our thoughts brings out another story: that our damaging thoughts act as a big barrier to our self growth.

Ponds and Fountains

Three-tier Courtyard Fountain

Garden ponds and fountains were once mainly for the very rich. Today, anyone can have a garden pond or fountain. A fountain or waterfall can be included almost anyplace--even if your "yard" is limited to a patio or balcony.

Adding water to your patio can be as simple as setting out a shallow dish of water for use as a birdbath. Any shallow container at least 6 inches wide and a half-inch deep will work. Pie pans, garbage can lids, or flowerpot bases work well in small spaces. One tip is to take the base of a clay pot, and sit it on top of a clay pot that has been turned upside down, fill the container with clean water and wash it every day or two.

 Adding a fountain may be a little more challenging for small spaces but can be done see the simple fountain and courtyard fountain below.