7 reasons or inspirations to keep blogging/vlogging

I became a full-time blogger/vlogger recently and man, you'll just really appreciate them more once you are in their shoes already. I even wrote 3 great things why you need to write a few years back (lol). To be honest, it is not that easy, simple, and fun as we thought it will be because we mostly only see the finished products, and obviously, only when it's ready. But once you know the stories and efforts behind those articles and videos, it is a totally different scenario.

7 inspirations to keep blogging or vlogging
7 reasons


I was blessed enough to receive a compliment recently and I suddenly thought, "Why not write something about them to not only keep ME going but keep OTHERS as well energized?". Thus where this blog post idea came from. Well, let's start immediately and not waste time.

1. Inspire others (how ironic, eh?)

inspired to do YouTube
inspired to do YouTube

This is a win-win relationship where both parties inspire each other. Fortunately, this one got the opportunity and guts to voice it out. Not all people will tell it that you actually inspired them. But nonetheless, continue to do what you do and do it not only for them but more importantly for yourself because you want and love what you do. Awwww.. Haha!


2. Share & Learn ideas

exchange of ideas
exchange of ideas

Personally, the simple facts that you are reading my posts and viewing my videos are already a big deal for me. What more when you compliment and even share your insights with them, they are already bonuses, really. It's not only that I learn more about what I do, but I also learn even more about what I create - validations and corrections whatever they maybe are still learnings after all.


3. It is therapeutic

Hulugan waterfall
check out our therapeutic waterfall experience here

Writing articles and creating videos are continuously evolving.. Some look at it as a different form of freedom of speech, a way of self-expression, an artistic outlet of emotions and ideas, to even the simplest reason of voicing out your personal opinions or whatever they may be.. It all helps us satisfy that urge to let those ideas and feelings out making us feel a bit contented in some ways we never have imagined. You'll most likely relate to this when you already tried blogging or vlogging at least once.


4. Making those memories somehow tangible

one of our Mt. Pamitinan hikes
more of our mountain trips here

I may have already tackled this in my old blog post here (No. 2), but to keep the explanation simpler, with blogging and vlogging, you are preserving your memories somehow in a form you more appreciate - not only in your mind. Whether it may be in writing, pictures, and/or videos, it helps you appreciate more everything around you and what you have in the present or even in the past. And not all people have those precious opportunities, really.


5. Help others

help others
thanks man! that was close (lol)

One of the main purposes I do this is that I wanted to help others in any way I can (as previously written on my "about the blog page" here), well, besides sharing the things I really like. I actually started writing about the businesses and professional services of my friends and family which later on grew where I now create videos about these blog posts too here on my YouTube channel.

I am genuinely happy where I contribute something nice to them and see them grow even with the little things I can do for them. I never would have imagined that this past time activity of mine years ago will, later on, be the main thing I would be doing now. It seems making my time productive as much as possible then is bearing fruits right now.


6. Earn extra money
I always tell many people that if they would like to earn money by blogging or vlogging, don't focus too much on it. Though I still stand by this belief because you will be struggling and pressured too much by trying too hard which may lead you to burn out. But if this will be the full-time work then it changes some things. Sometimes, a little pressure is all we need to get some things going. For better reference, you can check my other posts related to this:

* Monetizing this blog > the story here
* Monetizing my YouTube channel > the story here


7. Transform it into a business

turn your blog and/or vlog into a business
turn your blog and/or vlog into a business

Once you monetize these platforms, you may now start to think further. There are a lot of blogs and vlogs earning a lot of money if you use them wisely (and in different ways too). Though investing a lot maybe required, just make sure you are optimizing everything you do with caution. Thanks to the show Shark Tank which boosts my interest in making my platforms better from time to time (especially when new episodes come out), it keeps me going and pushes me to do better every-single-day. As per Mark Cuban's famous question goes, "What's your daily grind"?, How about you, what's yours?

Making this your own livelihood is one of the best things to achieve right now, it does not promise that it will go easy from then on. And as I always use my favorite "Tangled movie line", once you achieve one dream, the next step after that is finding another one. Let's all do that people. Out.



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55 comments:

  1. I love blogging and find that it's a great way to express yourself. I also enjoy reading others blogs especially the cooking ones as it's a great way to find new recipes.

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  2. I love blogging and making YouTube videos! It really is so much hard work and time consuming, but I love the creative outlet and the time I get to spend on my hobby.

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  3. I actually created my blog just to have an online journal. As time pass by, I learned that I can get money from it. It feels so good to earn while doing what you love.

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    1. So nice to remember the moment you knew you can earn from it. The bulb light moment hehe

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  4. Kristine Nicole AlessandraMay 26, 2020 at 12:31 PM

    I really envy your travels. It looks like you have so much fun every time. I should have done this when I was younger, but raising a family was my primary responsibility back then. My son could take inspiration from you. He is very well traveled and is thinking of documenting his experiences through a blog or vlog.

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    1. I think that is a great idea. I would also do the same.

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  5. You've made some really good points, we so often forget our purpose as bloggers as we get caught up in the day to day grind of producing content and promoting it, thank you for the reminder to remember your purpose.

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    1. huhu. true. sometimes we just need to stop for a moment or even step back a little bit to recharge or re align our actions. very nice.

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  6. LOVE this!!! I am loving your mountain trips, we do a lot too, so this just inspires me to do more x

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    1. We will surely do one when the lockdowns are lifted! hahahaha

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  7. I agree with all your points. As a blogger, I see all these inspiring reasons and benefits.

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  8. These habits keeps me alive and ok. But yes, I loved reading it point of view.

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  9. I love blogging coz it is where I share my stories and experiences. I got inspiration from everyday activities, movies, from my previous travels, etc.

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  10. I love blogging, I certainly can't imagine it not being part of my life.

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  11. This is definitely a big help for everybody, your post is direct, straight to the point and very informative. I will make this as reference, thank you.

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  12. Blogging and vlogging both are the best ways to explore yourself as well as to share own experience with others and to know about others too..(World in Eyes)

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    1. I totally agree. So nice that this can be a profession too

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  13. I cannot agree with you more. I love to write but I struggle with the whole process of laying content on my site😄

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  14. Good post! I mainly blog as it serves as my outlet for boredom, and it feels good to know that my posts have inspired others.

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  15. I love being a part of the blogging world. I have already gotten to know others from all over the world. And I have a close friend who has taken this journey with me--even better. You are right about the power of inspiration. Thank you for sharing yours!

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    1. Awwwww thank for sharing yours Marie! This one is great to hear

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  16. Great post. I love blogging as it gives me a platform to express myself.

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  17. These are great tips! Sometimes it seams easier to give up. Definitely needed the motivation and inspiration.

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  18. I really needed this. I love blogging but sometimes I have times where I feel uninspired and don’t post for a while. Luckily, I’m back to consistently posting, now I have to turn it into a business!

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    1. Yes! Haha! BUT I feel you esp this lockdown season

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  19. You are right. I just realized that 3 months ago when the COVID19 strikes. Thanks COVID. hahaha.

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  20. Yes, your notion of preserving memories is one of the reasons we blog. It's so fun to have story of friend and family adventures!

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  21. This is really inspiring to all the bloggers. I love being blogger, I shared a lot of motivational articles that other people can relate sometimes.

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  22. I started my blog to promote my shop but my shop has been closed for over a year and I am still blogging :)

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  23. You are very courageous to be blogging / full time and I love your inspirations for doing so. As much as I love being creative, I don't think I would be able to handle the financial aspect of being a full time blogger.

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  24. Absolutely! I started my blog as a hobby, eventually it started to inspire people and I thought that it is my duty to keep on doing it. The only reason I kept coming back to blogging was not the money but the appreciation from my readers :)

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  25. Awesome information you have provided, i find this very helpful and would try one of the options.

    Thank you so very much.

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  26. As a blogger or a video blogger, you can inspire people in an infinite number of ways!

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  27. We all can use a little inspiration, and tips for staying the course even in times of frustration! Thank you

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  28. Ever since I wanted to start a blog. The only problem is I have to find another source of income. So I started as a VA. Now That I have the amount of time to start again. I really want to pursue my blogging journey

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    1. Hopefully you find that one that will boost start it again!

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  29. I really appreciate your effort on this article. Thanks very much.

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