Why I Blog!
Looking through my archives of posts, I notice that I tend to blog about the same things over and over again. It’s like updating strangers on a specific topic as though they were actually coming here to know the update. Sadly I wonder, is my blog interesting at all?
Sure I get the few random comments from websites I’ve never been to, but most of the time, those commentors never come back again, meaning my blogs aren’t interesting enough to come back to…why? Because I’m writing the same garbage over and over again. Only updating for those who care and those who don’t. Then I wonder, what am I getting out of this?
My answer?
Nothing, but simple self-satisfaction. Point, blank, and period.
I have no need to educate people, I don’t care about the latest trends or gadgets out in the world and if I keep up with something like the news, why the hell do I have to relay the message to you, when you can turn on your TV and see it yourself?
I blog, simply to release something so that I can sleep better at night. What that certain “thing” is, I have no clue, but I know it’s SOMETHING. I blog because, it keeps me busy and leaves me with something to do. I blog, not only because I love it, but because it just comes naturally. I don’t think I could ever spend a day, month, or year, without blogging. Whether it be here on my domain, Twitter, or the random 100-something forums I’m signed up with, I NEED to blog!
Self-Satisfaction. Point, blank, PERIOD.
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Felisa | November 6th, 2008 at 10:09 pm #
I feel the same way about blogging. If people don’t read it, that’s fine. If people DO read it, that’s great. I blog to entertain myself… which sounds really pathetic. Haha But whatever! My posts are now more geared towards a group of regular readers but if they don’t respond, it doesn’t bug me at all. I’m just glad I was able to say what I wanted to say.
Don’t EVER make yourself feel like you have to blog for other people or JUST to make money. Blog for yourself
Anna Kirstin | November 6th, 2008 at 10:48 pm #
I agree. Blog for you because it makes you happy. Writing is great therapy and much less expensive than a therapist.
Robmarie | November 7th, 2008 at 3:51 pm #
In the end, if it provides you with an outlet for the things that are bothering you, that’s all that matters!
Robmarie’s last blog post..That’s it?
Casey | November 11th, 2008 at 2:19 am #
Just dropping by to say hiiiiiiiii
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Tammy | November 12th, 2008 at 11:14 am #
Well, I must say my own blog (well this one that you’re hosting) is really more of a combination of self satisfaction and a form of entertainment mainly for regulars (or I would hope its entertaining). I try to keep my offline friends out of it or something too personal because it either really doesn’t belong in there or people just wouldn’t understand some of the comedy behind it because they lack the background. For those more personal stories, I use LJ… I wonder if this is all mumbo jumbo. Maybe its just me ultimately, wanting to leave a mark something saying how I did exist somewhere out there.
Besides, there’s nothing wrong with having a blog for self satisfaction purposes.
Tammy’s last blog post..Classic Religious Corks
Nat Marie | November 12th, 2008 at 1:45 pm #
This is practically the reason why I blog too. Blogging/writing for me is a must, because I need a way to express myself. Of course for my deeper thoughts, I use an LJ. But for the most part, my domain’s for self-satisfaction and anti-relapse treatment.
Nat Marie’s last blog post..Day 10/Temptation
Kiera | November 12th, 2008 at 3:22 pm #
I think all of the reasons why I blog mirrors yours too. I find that I’m a less stressed person when I writing (or in this case) typing something.
J | November 12th, 2008 at 3:42 pm #
I totally get what you mean! I’ve been blogging in some form or another since like ’97. That’s like 11 years. I’ve often wondered why. I think it’s what you said!
J’s last blog post..Super Baby: Harmless fun or child abuse
Katy | November 12th, 2008 at 4:59 pm #
I agree with you, I blog just because it’s fun and satisfies me!
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