Blog Post #8 Inspiration

In small and large ways, we are all inspired. We draw our inspiration from people, pictures, art, music, behaviour, nature, etc. Consider something that inspires you and write a blog post of 300-350 words about it. Here are some things you may touch on:

• Describe the source of your inspiration- be specific and detailed.
• What feelings or emotions do you experience?
• Are you alone or do you share this inspiration with others? Are you aware of others having an alternate reaction to your source of inspiration?
• Forecast how long you think this inspiration will last- does it inspire you in the moment or something that you will derive inspiration from for the years to come?

Caffeine is my ambrosia, my ichor, it’s what lifts me up and brightens my mind from which ideas may pour forth. Without caffeine I become slow and decrepit, like a slug trudging through molasses. My particular source for caffeine is black tea, which I drink on a regular basis. I am not alone, all over the world people collectively consume caffeine. In America we drink coffee, in the UK they drink black tea, in the east they drink green tea, and the Assam tea they drink in the UK originated in India. No matter how you cut it caffeine is the stimulant of choice for our country. Some believe caffeine will result in a zombie apocalypse or some other such cataclysm, but I do not hold to this idea. Caffeine is the oil that keeps the gears of society turning, without which they would grind to a halt leaving us in darkness and despair.However, too much of a good thing can be bad for the body. Many products that contain caffeine can have deleterious effects if consumed in excess. As with everything we must practice moderation so that we may maintain the body and mind.

As long as humans exist I surmise that caffeine will exist. People have a natural predisposition to stimulants and to depressants strangely enough, and I derive inspiration from caffeine in particular for my long term and short term needs. I usually take my caffeine from black tea which I drink on a regular basis and without which I experience withdrawal symptoms. When I need to get work done I usually make myself a cup of tea beforehand so that I might concentrate more fully on my task. Looking forward I don’t ever see myself quitting this habit as it contributes to my productivity and peace of mind.