"Make a blog post today!" has been playing on my mind the whole day while I was out and about, doing my thing. Our last topic, with The BF, was about stepping up my game with blogging (he's that supportive). One thing about me is that whenever I put my mind on something, nobody or nothing can stop me from doing it (Anybody here whose astrology sign is Leo???). Sometimes I'll try to persuade myself, "just do it tomorrow. you've plenty of time" but it never works; I practically suffer from insomnia the whole freaking night because ideas flood my brain. So yes, doing it is the best way to save myself from torture and mental agony.
Anyway....
I was mentally sorting through products that I wanted to do a review while I was running to and fro the grocery store isles (talk about multitasking) this afternoon; however, I couldn't make up my mind! The moment I got home, I immediately did my evening chores/routine so I could check out some beauty and lifestyle blogs for inspiration. I was impressed on how the blogging industry in the Philippines has become at par with the international ones; I could tell from the aesthetics of the blog as well as the content were mostly (I would say 95%) "professional" A.K.A. of brands and advertorials. I think I went through at least twenty blogs but it seemed that I haven't found 'something'.
Call me old fashioned but I still enjoy reading or seeing videos (on YouTube) about a certain event of that blogger's life or personal musings---no matter how trivial it may seem to be. There's just this element of realness that is so appealing to me (and to a few thousands more), it gives a raw connection between the blogger and his/her reader. It's knowing that this person that I've been following, have looked up to is just like me; had her heart broken, runs errands but actually left her wallet at home, is a sucker for some old Britney Spears or Backstreet Boys. There's nothing wrong with sponsored posts or advertorials though because, girl, we all need some moolah (money)!
To wrap this musing, here's my unsolicited advice to budding bloggers or those that are contemplating on joining the bandwagon---write about what you love and know. It'll help in getting you started in the industry and this is what will keep you going when all else fails. It's all about passion, baby! Let your blog be your voice in the vast world of the web, so write from the heart! If you want to write about your family, go ahead. If you want to write about Star Wars, go ahead. If you want to write about your 3 AM trip to McDonald's because you craved for a double cheese burger, go ahead. And of course, even if you're writing a sponsored post, still write with your heart in it.
There's only one YOU in this world, be proud and strut it! *wink*
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