If you’re reading this, it’s likely because you’re a passionate person. You care very deeply about one or a number of causes. You may even want to start a business or start a blog to promote your cause. But with all of the information and technology out there, what’s the best way to go about promoting your cause?
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Best Communities for Bloggers
If you’ve ever felt like you’re blogging into the abyss, you’re not alone. There are a ton of people blogging out there, and you can find them by joining blogging communities.
I’m not going to lie, blogging can be a lonely game. Sure, blogging can improve your mental health and positively impact other people’s lives. However, much of the activities that go into creating a blog are solitary (i.e., you’re on your own, kid!). Bloggers can go days or even weeks without leaving the house, let alone talking to another human being face-to-face.
I know, I know… it’s easy to be an introvert glued to the computer screen, but that’s not necessarily healthy. At some point, you’ve got to stretch your comfort zone. That’s why it’s so important to engage in communities that understand what you’re going through and can provide support (#thestruggleisreal).
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Blogging changes lives. It changed mine.
“No one understands,” I sobbed.
My husband looked dubious. “You’re telling me there’s no one out there who understands what you’re going through?”
I shook my head as tears rolled down my cheeks. Anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and more. I had issues galore. After several years of marriage, he still didn’t understand my pain. But I don’t blame him. Compassion fatigue is real.
That night, I cried myself to sleep thinking I was entirely alone in the world. But there are three reasons why blogging changes lives.
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Do you want to be a blogger, but you don’t know the first thing about how to start a blog?
I can totally relate…I started blogging in 2013 as a way to work through some of my mental health issues like anxiety and depression. At first, my blog was a hobby. I knew about WordPress, but I had no idea how to start a serious blog. I wrote in my spare time (which wasn’t very much or very often) and got zero traffic.
A few years later, I started writing more and started getting serious about blogging. Finally, I transformed my blog into a business. You can learn more about how to start a business here.
Little did I know that blogging would turn into a full-time gig. I’ve always been passionate about writing, mental health, and helping people. Blogging changed my life by allowing me to do what I love. Nothing beats passion with purpose. Now I get to share my experiences with people going through a similar journey. I want to share the blog love by showing others how to start a blog!
I’ll admit there’s been a lot of trial and error. I’ve spent countless hours Googling how to do things, made a lot of mistakes, and I’m still learning some of the more technical stuff. Starting a blog isn’t complicated, but it does take time and a lot of patience.
To help you on your blogging journey, I’d like to share some of the tips and tricks I’ve learned about how to start a blog. These steps will help you set up your blog if you’re new to blogging. If you’ve already set up your blog, check out these tips on how to promote your blog on social media. To learn how to turn your blog into a business, check out my tips for business growth.
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