Before Blogging, Part 1

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Do you want to join in on the blogging phenomenon? Before you get started, you should know a few things about blogging. A blog is an online journal. Thousands of bloggers post online each day. It's a trend that began in 1997 and still grows steadily.

You Can Be Personal. Many times new bloggers are not sure what to post. They know that their blog is a personal space, but they are afraid to make their posts personal in any way. The best bloggers put themselves out there via their posts. They will post what is on their mind and their opinions on pressing issues. They may do so in a humorous manner or be quite serious.

Bloggers can be afraid to post their true thoughts because their blog allows comments. Some people will disagree with your thoughts and posts, but you should not let that hold you back. These people don't personally know you, so their comments really don't matter much. Don't be afraid to show your true feelings on your blog. That is what an online journal is all about.

Don't Be Too Personal. It is fine to be somewhat personal in your posts, but be cautious about how much you disclose about yourself. For example, including your phone number or address in a post or on your profile is probably not a good idea. Only allow people to know things that you want them to know. For your own safety, you might not want to post your last name either. When someone has a lot of information about you, they can victimize you through identity theft, or harassment. Stay safe and don't post private information.

Never Use Real Names. When you are posting, and keeping it personal and real, there can be times in which other people in your life come up in topic. Be very careful including other people in your posts. First, never use their real names unless you get permission from that person. It will only lead to trouble. If the person you mention reads your blog, they could get offended that you are writing about them. Even if the post is positive, it's as if you are talking behind their back. Try to keep the posts about you or celebrities or other public figures. Keep everyone else's business private.

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