Inspiration

Noun

1. The drawing of air into the lungs, accomplished in mammals by elevation of the chest walls and flattening of the diaphragm, as part of the act of breathing.
2. A single inward breath (intake of air).
3. A supernatural divine influence on the prophets, apostles, or sacred writers, by which they were qualified to communicate moral or religious truth with authority; a supernatural influence which qualifies people to receive and communicate divine truth; also, the truth communicated.
4. The act or process of an elevating or stimulating influence upon the intellect, emotions or creativity.

   "She was waiting for inspiration to write a book."

5. A person, object, or situation which quickens or stimulates an influence upon the intellect, emotions or creativity.

   "The trip was an inspiration to her for writing a book."