Something that was explained at Bloggy Boot Camp was “how to get more comments“.
Now, I won’t lie and tell you that I don’t appreciate when a post resonates with a reader in a way that makes you feel the need to take time out of your busy life and leave a comment.
I do.
It thrills me to the little tips of my soul.
But I never write with that in mind.
There are places I write where I will use the tricks of the trade to encourage commenting, but I get asked to do that. It makes it part of my job.
This is my place. Never my job.
I used to be worried if my comments seemed down.
Not so much anymore.
I have better things to worry about.
So do you.
So I’m really not spazzed out when another blogger gets hundreds of comments and I only get one.
First off, I could never respond to everyone and I would feel terribly guilty.
Secondly, I only want you to comment if a post really matters to you.
C) That one comment matters just as much as the ninety-ninth. Maybe more.
If you’re not getting the comments on your blog you’d like, please don’t stress.
Remember why you stsarted writing in the first place.
I hope it wasn’t to get comments.
Hi! I’m a new reader. I found you through the Animated Woman and I’m so happy I did. This post was exactly what I needed to read. I’ve been having a “down” day because I didn’t get as many comments as I normally do on my posts. Which is crazy for a number of reasons, some of which are if this had been a year ago I would have peed my pants at the number of comments and secondly, you’re right I didn’t do this to get comments (although it is nice to know i”m not talking to myself). It’s kinda silly, but I take it personal when people don’t comment. “they must not like me anymore!” Anyway – just wanted to say thanks. Looking forward to getting to “know” you better!
Thanks for saying this. I started to worry after BBC that maybe I’m doing something wrong. It’s good to have a reminder that I need to keep my focus on my end and not on the comments.
Why do I come here? I just love coming to your blog because I never know what to expect. Sometimes I laugh out loud. Other times, I find myself teary-eyed. Other times, I find my mouth open in surprise. Many times I just savor the words when you write something profound (and in very few words).
I have no blog but I love writing that moves my soul. I’ve wanted to be a writer since the 4th grade. If my son who’s into graphic arts, will design me a blog site, maybe one day I’ll start, but right now, I’m content to say…
Now go get tomorrow, Anissa, like you always do…
I like the conversations feel of comments.
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comments feel great, but they aren’t the measure of what you’ve written….your commenters probably love that they DO get a conversation with you. .
I love the phrase “this is my place. Never my job”
Sometimes it is easy to forget that.
Just remember who you write for
Hi Anissa,
I read your blog all the time. Sometimes your writings are so profound that I am moved to tears. I just quietly compose myself and while I am wiping my misty eyes, I forget to comment. Other times, I am laughing to hard to comment. I am glad for the reminder.
I get very few comments on my blog. It is so great to get feedback on our efforts. I consider myself lucky if I get one comment a week.
You Bundestag what I mean that every comment matters more then.
um…understand…autocorrect
You should have just left it. It might catch on.
Kids will yell “You never Bundestag me!” at their parents.
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When I first started my blog, I began to get discouraged as I would write what I thought were these excellent posts and they would get zero comments. In the course of a month, I’d be lucky if I got 5 comments. I’ll admit I considered stopping blogging because I wasn’t getting comments. Then I realized that I wasn’t blogging for the comments, but for myself. I like having an area where I can express myself with as few limitations as possible. If I get comments, that’s great. If not, I’m not going to stop blogging.
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EXACTLY!! If you want instant feedback you go to twitter or FB, but a blog is a space where you write these love letter to life and let other read them. Don’t stop.
I’m commenting because I want you to feel special and be thrilled to the tips of your soul. I also like to comment so people know I read what they took the time to write. And, I completely agree with you.
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Consider my soul properly thrilled!