Melanie is filling a hiatus in Blogging Insights by asking;
I had this topic I wanted to explore via Dr. Tanya’s excellent series “Blogging Insights”. Since she hasn’t come back (yet), I thought I’d just dive in and ask the question anyway. This post isn’t to be considered ‘legal’ because I didn’t ask Dr. Tanya if it’d be all right to do it. Enough hair-splitting.
My “Blogging Insight” question deals with
How thick a skin do you need to be a blogger?
When we put out our writing for others to read and invite their comments, we also have to be ready for some criticism coming our way. Or some unfavorable comments.
I think a blogger needs to be level-headed and cool. If as a blogger I react to every bit of criticism or to unpleasant comments, I won’t be able to blog for long.
Topics which a blogger writes about, also play a role in inviting fiery discussions. So if one doesn’t want heated exchanges, one should stay away from these topics, like politics, or religion!
“Bonus question” How important is being understood?
The full impact of a blog is only when the writer and the one reading it are on the same page. If the writer is not able to clearly write, there could be many ways the writing is interpreted. If that is the aim of the writer, well and good. But if the writer is saying something that’s not being conveyed, then obviously the meaning is being lost.
I do try to write clearly and concisely. As most bloggers have found out, too lengthy posts are not favored by most people, I too have reduced the length of my posts. I find poetry to be a better medium to convey my thoughts. So far I haven’t had any complaints about people not getting my drift.
As far as the commenting goes, I do feel that many people are not commenting on my post as they were, say a year ago. This is an overall change in the blogging world and it may be the new norm.
As Di also mentioned, the time we spend creating a post has nothing to do with how well it is received.
Thanks, Melanie for these thought provoking questions.
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I always enjoy reading your posts my friend.
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Thank you so much Lauren.
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thanks for the nod Sadje. A good response too.
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Thanks Di! I have often faced the same situation as you do.
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Agree with both of your answers to the two questions. We gave to be thick skinned and able to listen and improve. Our post need to be understood, engaging then blogging is so much more fun and interactive.
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Thank you so much! That’s exactly right 👍👍👍
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What great responses to those questions Sadje! You are one of the gurus of blogging’ that always has a calm and sensible answer to most things in the blogging world. Thank YOU!
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Thank you so much Melanie. Very important questions. I’m sure Tanya would appreciate you filling the gap for her.
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I hope so. I once jumped in prematurely on her Five Things Tuesday and although she didn’t complain nor even seem bothered, I got the sense that she liked being asked first.
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I think it’s alright. 😉
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Agree Sadje! The blogging world is changing, I also find people who used to comment now no longer do, it saddens me! Xx
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Yes, that’s the way things are nowadays.
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Even though some of my posts could compete with Stephen King books for length, I think I *still* write more in comments on other blogs, than my own posts 😂😂😂
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You do comment generously. I appreciate that very much. I feel that people are either too busy or too fed up to comment! Thanks 🙏
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Good answers Sadje. I agree with what you had to say. I wonder if the pandemic has people worn out enough that it is keeping them from engaging in the comments, just a thought.
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You’re probably right! There are many worries that are taking up our attention. Thanks 🙏
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You’re welcome.
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