Blog Talk: 3 Things Blogging Taught Me About Myself
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March 2, 2019
When I first started my blog I was fresh out of college, and after the magazine I was writing for folded, left without a job. It was a scary time, but I was luckily visiting my BFF (pictured below – love ya Megz!) who gave me the brilliant idea of starting my own blog. I started it that night without a clue what I was doing. I created it as a creative outlet to fulfill that need to write every day, as well as a place to put all the tons of articles I had already written for the now-folded magazine. That year I had made it a goal to write every single day and three years later, I’m still going strong. Through the process, I’ve learned a lot about myself.
Growing up, I always thought I wasn’t creative. I didn’t do well in art classes and excelled in maths and sciences. After freshman year of high school my (horrible, destructive) English teacher even bumped me down from honors English to regular. I never thought I would be a writer simply because I was told I wasn’t good at it. Today, I’m constantly told by readers that they enjoy my posts because of the well-written content. That means the world to me. Blogging taught me that I can be a writer and I am a creative person. I even started offering blog design services last year! Take that, art class.
I remember as a child, my mom always told me I was lazy if I didn’t do my chores on time or if I wanted to sleep in on the weekend. I still don’t do my chores on time and I so sleep in more than I should, but I’m definitely not lazy. School was always easy for me and I never had to study as much as my friends, which is another thing that made me feel like maybe my mom was right. Now that I have something that I am truly passionate about, I work my ass off. Blogging taught me that I am a really hard worker. I can grow my brand to make a pretty decent living for myself.
I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my life until probably two years into blogging. I had no idea that working for myself would even be an option. I never did well with authority as a kid–I could never grasp the concept that someone else knew what was better for me than me–and I still don’t today. I worked for someone else for a whopping 8 months before I just couldn’t take it anymore. I didn’t know what I was going to do, but I knew I had to do it on my own. After a while, I began to see that blogging could be a real option for me. Blogging taught me that it can take a long time to find your passion. And there’s nothing wrong with that, because once you figure it out, nothing will stop you from pursuing it.
It’s been a long road with lots of unexpected bumps, twists and turns along the way, but I wouldn’t change a second of it.
What has blogging taught you about yourself?
Photos by Johnny Cheng.
January 28, 2015 @ 8:01 am
Megan- this was incredibly inspiring! I absolutely love hearing personal stories such as these. They not only make me feel like I am capable of it all, but that we all are! Thanks for sharing, girly! Keep it up.
xx gabriella
pastelsandpastries.blogspot.ca
January 29, 2015 @ 11:49 am
Oh my gosh, I am so glad to hear that! I don’t get personal on here often, but I like sharing my experiences with blogging. So glad you found it helpful and inspiring!! 🙂 🙂 🙂
January 28, 2015 @ 8:15 am
I love this! ❤️
January 29, 2015 @ 11:49 am
Yay! Thanks 🙂
January 28, 2015 @ 10:22 am
I love this so much! You’ve been an inspiration for me constantly to keep striving to take my blog to the next level. That’s so awesome that you now are your own boss and have expanded so much (and founded Adorn!!)
January 29, 2015 @ 11:49 am
That means the world to me! Thank you so much!!
January 28, 2015 @ 10:26 am
Absolutely love this post! I can literally relate to all three things you wrote about. Mainly blogging taught me that I can combine my passion, talent, and make a career for myself doing what I love. The greatest gift!
http://www.thisbrownqueen.com
January 29, 2015 @ 11:50 am
It certainly is!! Glad I’m not alone in those 3 points!
January 28, 2015 @ 10:37 am
Love what you wrote about creativity! It’s true that it often takes time to find that side of yourself, so happy that you persevered!
Heidi D.
http://www.wishesandreality.com
January 29, 2015 @ 11:50 am
Right?! I am so glad that I persevered as well!
January 28, 2015 @ 11:14 am
I love connecting with other fab bloggers and being able to share things creatively that mean something to me. Its a great outlet… and the possibilities are endless. But you do need to work at it and be a hard worker. 🙂 http://www.GlamKaren.com
January 29, 2015 @ 11:50 am
Very true. Connecting with fellow bloggers is so great! But you’re right – hard work is KEY!
January 28, 2015 @ 11:32 am
Love this post girlie. You are a fabulous blogger and I’m sure will only accomplish more things as you go!
xx,
La Joie de Vivre
January 29, 2015 @ 11:51 am
Thank you so much! That is such a sweet thing to say 🙂
January 28, 2015 @ 11:44 am
What an incredible story! I feel like I’m like you in that I don’t like working for other people. I’m trying to get to the point where blogging for a living is an option for me, and I feel really good about where my blog will take me. It’s awesome that you were able to overcome the people in your life (boo to your English teacher) who made you feel like you weren’t creative enough.
January 29, 2015 @ 11:51 am
So glad you can relate! I just would so much rather do my own thing & do it MY way! hehe. You’re doing so great with your blog and I’m sure you’ll be able to go full time before you know it! xoxo
January 28, 2015 @ 1:29 pm
love this! It’s amazing how blogging can change your life whether it’s to give you a passion, help you discover yourself, or just connect with others. For me, it’s been an escape, therapy, a way to discuss mutual interests with others online, and a way to make extra money occasionally 🙂 great post!
stop by and chat ♥ http://StorybookApothecary.com
January 29, 2015 @ 11:52 am
It’s very true – blogging is life-changing, as long as you put in the effort! It’s definitely one of those things where you get out as much as you put in 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
January 28, 2015 @ 1:59 pm
I absolutely love this, Megan. You always were and continue to be an inspiration to me, because you’re really growing your brand into something amazing. You are so clearly NOT lazy and seem to have your act together all the way! I admire you, and I’ll be signing up for a consulting session with you soonish because I just want all the knowledge.
cominguprosestheblog.com
January 29, 2015 @ 2:56 pm
That means the world to me, Erica!! Thank you! I’d love to work with you on some consulting. Love what you’re doing with your brand too! xoxo
January 28, 2015 @ 6:09 pm
What a great reflection. I’ve been blogging for years but only seriously for about 7 months and in that time I’ve found my passion is definitely in writing. After being a corporate world drop out, it’s a big change.
January 29, 2015 @ 11:41 pm
Congrats!! I am so glad to hear that you have found your passion. It is so freeing!!
January 28, 2015 @ 7:59 pm
This post of yours resonates me in every which way. I love everything you said and I feel as though I’m currently going through that tradition period of feeling so BLAH about current situation and wondering where to go next. Thanks for this! x
The Things She Sees
January 29, 2015 @ 11:45 pm
I love that you can relate! Transition periods are so hard, but in the end you always learn so much, so it’s totally worth it! Good luck with everything 🙂 xo
January 28, 2015 @ 10:14 pm
this is fabulous Megan. Blogging teaches me more and more about myself all the time. It also forces me out of my comfort zone (especially when it comes to picture taking)
take that art class indeed! Your blog is gorgeous 🙂
Xoxx
http://Www.cookwineandthinker.com
January 29, 2015 @ 11:46 pm
It’s so true, I thought of so many more things I’ve learned after I wrote this! Getting out of your comfort zone is essential for growth so cheers to that! Keep it up 🙂
January 28, 2015 @ 10:37 pm
I always knew you had it in you to succeed in whatever field you chose, and this grandma is very proud of her sweet nieta!! Love you!! Besitos!!
January 29, 2015 @ 11:50 pm
Aww thank you so much!!! I love you, Grams!!! xoxoxo
January 29, 2015 @ 1:01 am
Wow! I absolutely agree with the laziness sentiments! Of course, for me, I’ve just never felt like I’m investing myself fully into what I’m doing. With blogging and freelancing, it just comes naturally. I can lose myself in my work for hours and hours. It’s amazing what finding something you truly love can do for your work ethic. Thanks for sharing.
January 29, 2015 @ 11:59 pm
I can totally relate!! I can get lost in blogging for hours and definitely do with my web design. It’s so true. I’m a total workaholic now that I’m doing what I love! I never knew there were others out there who felt the same way. Thank you for commenting!
January 29, 2015 @ 4:57 am
I don’t blog but I read blogs. I learn a great deal from what people say about themselves, their opinions, experience, and emotions.
January 30, 2015 @ 12:02 am
You should totally start a blog! I love the comments you leave here so I’m sure your posts would be awesome! You seem to have great taste 🙂
January 29, 2015 @ 10:20 am
This is so cool how you reflected on what you learned from blogging! I have been blogging for about three years now and never thought to take a step back and think about what it has taught me. I guess the biggest thing that blogging taught me that not only do I love writing, but like you said I’ve discovered through created content for my blog that I am pretty good at it, which is incredibly rewarding.
January 30, 2015 @ 11:25 am
Thank you! I am so glad I did reflect, it really made me appreciate where I’m at a lot more. It’s so rewarding to realize how far we’ve come! 🙂
January 31, 2015 @ 1:29 am
this is amazing! it’s definitely inspiring and keeps me motivated to keep me doing what I’m doing
February 2, 2015 @ 5:01 pm
Yay!! That makes me so happy! Keep it up 🙂
February 9, 2015 @ 1:09 pm
Wow, thank you so much for sharing this Megan! It was very encouraging and inspiring! Keep up the amazing work! You go girl!
March 20, 2015 @ 2:24 am
Megan, this is extremely inspiring! I may or may not have gotten goosebumps while reading it. I’m about to graduate college and really hope to make blogging my career. It’s something I truly enjoy doing. While it’s hard for people who don’t blog to take this career path seriously, I’m trying to remain positive and consider it as a real option. I’d love to connect with you and chat about how you became a successful blogger!