I’ve been blogging for the last about 4 years. But nothing prepared
me for the reach I am now enjoying.
There have been times when I stopped frustrated at having no
readers. I switched topics and tried everything from satire and comments to
politics, education, gossip and advices.
Through my experiments, I discovered that it’s when I write/speak
about myself that I receive more audience. The more honest I am with myself,
the more readers I attract.
And so almost a year back I changed the name of my
blog to ‘Uncensored’ and have been baring my soul out here since. This is
shamelessly me. Absolutely no hypocrisy in here.
So much so acquaintances are now guarded in my presence. “Be
careful, you’ll be blogged!” is the common refrain I hear now. I intent no
harm. It’s only my impressionable heart, which soaks in the human-ness of those
around, the lack of it and often the flakiness of it all that reacts with the
aim of inspiring eager minds.
But how do I define the reach of this post?
A coincidence or Universe at its best? Because as a teenager, I wanted my parents known through my words – that was my dream for them. It took four long years for one of my posts to break boundaries and fetch me worldwide readers. And that happens to be one in which I also talk about my parents.
A coincidence or Universe at its best? Because as a teenager, I wanted my parents known through my words – that was my dream for them. It took four long years for one of my posts to break boundaries and fetch me worldwide readers. And that happens to be one in which I also talk about my parents.
I now say with ever more conviction folks - Dream and believe
in your dreams; have faith in the Divine, and just continue doing what you love
to do, fruits will bloom when the time is ripe.
I love you all for the time and effort you take to stop by my
space.
Ever in gratitude to each one of you!
Lots of love,
Write because you want to write. Not for readers or comments. Write to bare your soul, not for someone to read it.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I do :)
Sure way to go Soumya!!
DeleteAnother great post. Authenticity is key to engagement. Continue to enjoy writing while your readers enjoy your sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lorraine
DeleteIt certainly is courageous to bare your soul through your writing Nisha. And I not only commend you for doing so, I appreciate hearing that feedback so thanks! :) And continued success to your writing and blog! :) <3
ReplyDeleteThanks Elly.
DeleteThis is an inspiring post, Nisha. So glad to know that your post was widely welcomed. :) Many more success to you.
ReplyDeleteThanks vinita
DeleteCongratulations! And I had also loved the parents post.
ReplyDeleteThanks you Ls for stopping by...glad you liked it
DeleteCongratulations! Well deserved and I agree that when we write personal things, people relate to our thoughts more.Keep writing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Parul
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