I nspiration is a phenomenon of the right hemisphere of the human brain in which profound insights, information, and intuitions burst through to the waking consciousness with startling clarity. Inspiration makes possible most creative thinking in artistic and scientific endeavors. Some attribute this phenomenon to divine sources, others to supernatural spiritual, or psychical forces. Each principle is required.
Positive motivation is needed for making contact with the material in time and space.
Relaxation of both mind and body has been determined to produce positive result in both psi and inspiration experiments. The mind, in a dissociative state, is both passive and receptive. These principles may apply to many mystical experiences as well. Inspiration usually occurs suddenly with overwhelming intensity, like the proverbial bolt of lightening out of the blue. But, it generally has been evolving in the subconscious for a long time.