What Blogging Taught Me in 30 Days

It's been a month.

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It has already been a month since I started this blog account. As someone who wanted to create a blog but was hesitant for some reason, this is a small milestone for me. I just wanted my voice and view to be heard(read). If it is relatable to just one person, I’ll feel satisfied with my work.

There were many learning curves when I started, and it wasn’t just about writing articles; there was so much more to it. So I just want to reflect back on what I learn from blogging in these 30 days.

Consistency is better than perfect planning

“ If I am doing something, then I have to be good at it. Otherwise, I won’t do it at all". This was my mindset when I wanted to try something new, and it did not serve me. If we are passionate about something, we need to show up. Show up every day without expecting any rewards or gains. When you consistently do something you like, you naturally will become good at it. There is no other way. Once I started writing blogs and exploring more on this writing journey, all I could think was that I should have started this earlier. So if you are waiting for a perfect time to start what you are passionate about, it is right now.

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I can express myself

I have always found myself as an opinionated person, and ironically, I am quiet in nature too. So writing helps me express my viewpoints. I found my voice over here, and I can be as loud and expressive as I want. Moreover, blogging gives me the freedom to write and inform only about the things I love and care about. Freedom is a luxury for a writer, and this platform provides that. I love how I get random ideas to blog at random moments, even while I'm sleeping. Blogging is a whole journey, and I am loving it so far.

I sense more positive energy

I read somewhere that we are what we eat, see, read and consume(social media) on a daily basis. I started this blog to create a platform to discuss lifestyle articles which focus on growth, positive mindset and healthy relationships. This should be a safe space for the readers. I strongly believe that energy reflects back. When I write more and more about the things I care about, I feel a little positive change in myself (gradually). These are some of the unexpected changes I noticed in these 30 days.

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Better focus

Not only writing, when you focus and put your mind on doing what you like, all your focus will go to one place. There will be minimal space to think or do unwanted things. A focused mind is a strong mind. I have to pre-plan, execute and post-plan when I write blogs. It helps me to occupy my mind and be mindful.

I don't want to sound preachy. But start that thing that you haven't started without thinking about the outcome. The real reward is you getting to do what you like.

Just trust the process and love your life! Cheers!

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