The 5 Signs You Should Be A Blogger

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I've been a blogger on and off for about 6 years now, so it's safe to say I have a lot of experience when it comes to making blogs, writing posts and reading other people's work online. And with all that experience I think I'm qualified to tell you the signs that you should be a blogger, if you're not already. So if you identify with any of these following things, you should probably start a blog!

1. You've already thought about it   Chances are, if you've ever thought about blogging at any point in your life, you should probably try it. As you know, I'm always telling you to try new things, especially if you have the smallest bit of interest in it. Who knows, you might end up finding something that you really really like!
2. You have a lot of thoughts and ideas, and nowhere to put them   This is a classic sign that you should start a blog, because what could be better than sharing your ideas with the world, finding likeminded people who share your views and find your thoughts just as interesting as you do?
3. You already have a creative hobby   A blog is a perfect place and a great way to show your creative work, no matter if you're an artist, a writer or you produce music, if you want to put your work out into the world, a blog is a great way to start. You can share everything on a blog, and build a following of people who appreciate your work exactly like it is.
4. You're at a point in your life where you feel the need to express yourself   Another classic sign that you should start a blog. Expressing yourself through writing is something that can be very therapeutic for a lot of people, and can help you deal with everything you're going through right now. And if you share that online, you might be lucky enough to find people who have gone, or are going, through the same things as you are. Advice, comfort and solidarity are coming your way
5. You have many subjects you're passionate about   If you want to change something, big or small, a blog is a great place to start. You can be passionate about anything: the environment, mental health, or just a pothole in the road leading to your suburb. It can literally be anything, and putting your thoughts out into the world is the only way to start real change.

Remember that contrary to popular belief, you don't have to have a life where you meet famous people, travel the world or are a master of interior design to have a successful blog. This might sound way too Tumblr, but everyone is unique. The things you have, the things you do: no one does them exactly like you. Did you identify with any of these things? Then you should probably look into starting a blog!