I thought this article was very interesting and provided a lot of insight on why people blog. I personally have my own blog that I have shared as a catharsis, as commentary, and as a community forum. I started blogging when on a trip to Guatemala and got a great response. After getting my words out there and receiving so much support I decided to start my personal blog. I was going through a tragedy and writing helped me communicate my feelings to my loved ones while also healing myself. My blog has provided a source of life for me and an outlet much like a diary. Additionally, I have been able to give people public thanks and avoid the unbearably long Facebook posts that no one wants to read or see on their news feed.
I think that this article is important because it shows all of the different purposes of blogging and can help us to understand the 21st century human better. Throughout time writing has been one of the biggest human connectors. I believe that blogging is very impressive in the fact that everyone and anyone can share their thoughts and commentary. I have seen many people accomplish social movements, heal through a tragic time, get a job, or even keep in touch with family through blogs.
Throughout the world there are so many stories to be told. It is unrealistic to think that every single story can be published and even if it could, not every story would be read. It would take a lot of time and energy for nothing. This way people can tell their story without all the hassle and provide it to an audience that actually loves them and wants to hear what they have to say.
Heather, I have also read your blog and I'm so glad you started one! It gave you a way to process the tragedy, but also a way for your friends and loved ones to have a way to know what you're going through beyond just living life with you, because the things you expressed were easier explained in writing than speaking sometimes.. I agree that every story can't be published and read, and that blogging gives everyone an excellent way to share their stories and whoever is curious can relate and read.
ReplyDeleteHeather, that is great that you have a blog! More and more people are writing blogs. They are a great way to express your thoughts and ideas. Like you said, blogs are an outlet for people. I agree that there are many stories all over the world that need to be told and blogs allow people to share them.
ReplyDeleteHeather, thanks for connecting the reading with your personal experience and stories. It is great that you found blogging is useful in developing your relationship with friends and others. It definitely can do much more,such as other motivations mentioned in the article.
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