Content Creativity Reboot.

Do you feel uninspired to create content? 😬 And do you wish you had a draft folder with content saved so that you can use it on days or weeks where you do not feel inspired at all?

I know the feeling… When I came back home (Maui HI) after spending two productive months in California. I felt really good about myself and took it easy for a week to recharge a bit. But at the end of that week, a feeling of dissatisfaction creeped in. After investigating my feelings and thoughts I realized that after crushing so many goals in California, I felt directionless and uninspired, and that hadn't happened in a long time. I had been posting on Instagram daily for five months straight.

My normal self has a huge drive and lots of energy plus I have the ability to focus for long periods of time. So when I lose that drive, have little energy and can't seem to get much done- It's a scary place for me to be in! 😳 It shook me up a bit and I was really in my head about it. As I was wrestling with my thoughts and feelings, I observed my husband. He was excited to read some great articles and he had a new book to read. And I was like, Hmm... I need some of that. I need some new inspiration. And I need to set some new goals for the upcoming weeks and months. Instead of feeling uninspired and sad and feeling bad about that- I need to take some action!

Get inspired again!

I went into my office and started climbing out of my uninspired state of mind. I found some new books to read, Chat GPT and I brainstormed about six new Podcast episodes and I created a really nice IG reel that same day. What a quick turn around; it was as if the energy cord was plugged back in. Such a good feeling and what a relief!

It's a good reminder for us all that inspiration ebbs and flows. It's perfectly normal to have periods of feeling uninspired. You have to be patient with yourself. And there are strategies to gradually rekindle your creativity on Instagram and in life. I would like to offer you five strategies to help regain your inspiration and motivation. I'm curious to hear which one speaks most to you.

Five strategies to help regain your inspiration

1. Reflect on your goals. 💭

Remind yourself, why you started your Instagram page in the first place. And ask yourself good questions like: Are things going as planned? Do I feel like I'm making progress on Instagram? Maybe that there's a part of you feeling uninspired because you're not getting out of it what you thought you would. What would make you enjoy it again?

If you felt a more personal connection to your audience? What could you do to have more fun with content creation? Do you want to learn how to edit IG reels better? Do you want to learn how to use Canva? (The online graphic design tool) If you did not have time to create content and you feel stuck, what would it take to get unstuck? What would you need to do? What small commitment can you make to yourself and your audience?

2. Take a break. 📵

Yes. You heard that right! You can give yourself permission to step away from social media if it helps you reset and recharge. And use this time to engage in activities that you enjoy and that really makes you shine again because when you reconnect to joy your creativity returns.

3. Engage with your audience. 🗣️

Have conversations with your followers. Ask for their input and listen to their feedback. Their comments and questions can often spark new content ideas. Don't hesitate to reach out, your followers would love to hear from you! And maybe you can give some free advice, some nuggets of wisdom they would appreciate.

4. Collaborate with others.

Team up with fellow Instagrammers and content creators for collaborations or shout-outs. Collaborative projects can inject new energy into your content. So, if you have been thinking about it; this is your sign! Get it started.

5. Plan content in advance. 📆

Create an editorial calendar that outlines the type of conduct you want to post over the next weeks (or just do one week.) Having a plan can reduce the pressure to come up with ideas on the spot. And if you can commit to several posts a week, then try to batch it. Take a few hours out of your schedule and get into that creative zone and get it done. You will never, ever regret planning content in advance.

I hope that these five strategies have given you valuable insights into rekindling your creativity and motivation on Instagram. whether it's reflecting on your goals, engaging with your audience or taking a well-deserved break.

Stay patient stay inspired and keeps sharing your unique voice with the world. 💜 You are wonderful.

I would love to connect with you. You can DM me on Instagram @_ModelsDoEat or email: jill@jilldejong.com.