5 Things About Blogging That Surprised Me

I’ve been blogging for a while now – something that I didn’t expect – but I am addicted to this world. So despite my crazy schedule, work load or other plans – I still find time to be here (not as much time as before though). Here are some things about blogging that TOTALLY surprised me –

1. No creepy experiences – NO, I’m not hoping for creepy stuff to happen but I have heard of some bloggers having weird experiences on here and I am super glad that I haven’t had any creepy experiences.

2. Met really cute and positive people – Despite being miles apart and never having met, I still feel so attached to my small group of friends on here. I can reach out to them for advice and discuss non-blogging things with them as well.

3. Found my new favourite author – Most of my reading list over the past year has been books recommended by bloggers on here. While I have enjoyed a lot of the recommendations, I never thought I’d discover an author that I’d LOVE LOVE. One of the recommendations I got was Madeline Miller – and I am so glad I read her books because she is one of my favourite authors now!

4. People like reading what I write – honestly, when I started this blog – I used to send links of my every post to friends and family – and not many really bothered to read the posts. So having even a few people genuinely read and enjoy the content I put out has been really surprising.

(My post on blogging mistakes that I make still gets so many views which is so surprising.)

5. Growing without trying – I don’t really do anything to market this blog – other than just write and interact with other bloggers. While growth may mean different things to different people – for me just steady views on my my posts – is growth. While I haven’t been the most active these past few months – still seeing steady views and a little growth – has been surprising to me.

I love sharing my blogging experiences since it has been a fun journey. What are some things about blogging that surprised you?

PS: I will be off here for a few days – since it is my birthday in a few days and I need some quiet time to mull over how old I am getting πŸ˜€

PPS: Read my other posts, if you miss me too much πŸ˜›

18 Comments Add yours

  1. Early birthday wishes to you Moksha πŸ™‚

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  2. nushhe says:

    I truly agree!!❀️😊😊😊 and plus its safe and no negative comments. loved this post 😊

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  3. Nehal Jain says:

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN ADVANCE, DI!!!!! 😍
    Great post, lots of things about blogging surprised me too!!

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  4. ThingsHelenLoves says:

    The range of people who read my posts surprised me. From different places, ages, lifestyles…it’s lovely though! Happy Birthday, have the loveliest day celebrating.

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  5. Happy Birthday! Yes you’re still my most fave blogger ever, I don’t know how you do it! You’re just so authentic and don’t GAF! It’s soooo goddess great 😊 I think I’m most surprised that I’m still into blogging even after 4 years, and honestly I like it even more now. I never thought I’d be into blogging or writing and I just love it! So imma keep doing it 🌺 Thanks always for writing and have a happy birthday!!!

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  6. bosssybabe says:

    Ohh happy early birthday Moksha! Hope you take this next few days to unplug (as much as you can) and enjoy! πŸ™‚

    One of the things I’m surprised about is the amount of engagement and how keen l am /dedicated to churning out that one post a week regardless of how busy I am or how I’m feeling! πŸ™ŒπŸ’ͺ

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  7. Megan says:

    Happy early birthday!!! πŸ₯³πŸ₯³πŸ₯³
    Hope you enjoy your time off, you deserve it!!!

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  8. winteroseca says:

    Happy birthday! Hope you have fun!

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  9. petespringerauthor says:

    I am surprised that this has become one of my daily routines. I started my blog two and a half years ago on a whim, and I’m still here. That surprises me, and I’ve gotten more serious about writing. Mainly, I get a kick just interacting with different people from around the world.

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  10. SamSahana says:

    Wishing you many many more happy returns of the day! Have a wonderful year ahead. Wishing you smiles, light and success! Happiest birthday! Have a blast! πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸ’–

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  11. LifeAndDiary says:

    Your all experiences are very relatable. πŸ˜ƒ
    I start to blog bcoz I’m an introverted person πŸ˜€ and I want to open up and tell my all experience and social media gave voice to an introverted personπŸ˜„ . I have lots of friends but I don’t have any good friends and becoz of that, I don’t have anyone to listen to me. But when I start writing blogging now it’s making me that at least few people are listening to me without complaints.

    And it is a nice experience for me. People are here really very nice. Just in love with this blogger and their blogging. πŸ˜ŠπŸ˜‡

    And you are one of my favorites blogger.

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  12. Pannaga says:

    True! Agree with all of them!

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  13. Happy belated birthday! and I so agree with you with all the blogging.. we are all addicts. lol 🀣

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    1. Happy Panda says:

      Thank you so much, Cindy! The blogosphere is quite addictive! πŸ™‚

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      1. You’re so welcome and I soooo know.. hahhahah πŸ’–

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  14. I still remember your blogging mistakes too well and I remember how much I was fascinated by your honesty and that itself helped me to get to know you more and see the kind of a person you are

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    1. Happy Panda says:

      Awww. *Big hug* πŸ€—

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