This happens to all bloggers atleast once and usually within the first few months, you think you are starting to run out of things to say or you get the doldrums. You'll grow out of it before long, but it will continue to hit you from time to time.

Overcame it? I didn't, but I kept on blogging anyway. Sometimes I have good stuff which makes up for the weeks of dribble I write.

Just hang in there. If you need to take a break then just let people know you'll be back and then go.

Michael

Alexa, it was your blog that inspired me to start. Although I am the opposite of a sexy New York girl! For me the trick is to not get hung up on frequency. Just post when you have something to say. Don't think that you have to post something. Blogs are like diaries, but there are no wasted pages.

As far as satisfaction with what you write goes, I think you write very well. There are a lot of people here who look forward to your posts. Don't be too harsh a critic of yourself.

It has certainly happened to me too. In fact if one were to look, the before and after would become painfully obvious. I found two things helpful; Not giving into self-doubt or giving much thought to quiting, and two; Read a variety of other blogs regularly - I'm not sure what the last one does but it has made all the difference in the world for me.

Your writing is great -it's you - not to be compared to any one or any other style of writing.

I get like that every now and then, I think we all do. Its understandable. You have times you want to write about everything and you do and then you have times that you would like to write about everything and it never makes it to the computer screen. I got an audio account so on at those rare times I could leave an audio post, but I find that I don't even take the time to do it anymore. I just post when I want to post and you should feel that you can do the same thing.

I have done the diary yo-yo too.
with my blog it is almost like a game though. i know some of the people that read my site in real life so we joke about what we write about and it is kinda how we keep in touch. as sad as that is.
I often deal with the self doubt... like why would anyone want to read a site about a chick in college. but then i remind myself that the site is for me...not them. and then i usually start posting again.
i think everyon deals with it every now and again

Alexa,
Please keep trying to continue your blog updates. I look forward to reading them. Keep up the good work.
John

Hi Alexa,

You are not alone. I started a blog several times and quit for many of the same reasons you described.

Now I just write about what I want and dont worry so much about topic, composition, when I post, how much my writing sucks etc =) Dont make it into a chore. Its just for fun anyway so who cares as long as you're having fun with it.

A year ago I didn't even know what a blog was. Then by accident I stumbled across one and decided to start one myself. I can say iot's the best this that I've done this year. It's helped me get over some really bad memories and deal with other issues by getting them out of my head. I've also met some truly wonderful people along the way. Keep on writing and sharing with us what it's like to be you.

hi alexa..i keep a journal in livejournal but i just can't seem to keep it up from time to time either
its not that i am boring its just that the mundane stuff in life for me would be boring.. i try to put interesting things in when i come across them
whatever they may be...

I've had periods where I abruptly stop blogging for a week or two or even longer....then I just come back and pick up where I left off and continue to chug down the tracks. Writing is my passion and I express most of thoughts through my blog.

A,
Keep up the postings. I have found it is a great release plus it is there so you can look back at it later - you don't have to analyze it always.

If you ever have any doubts, just look over to the left on your blog at all the link exchanges/friends, etc. that you have out there in blogland.

I was just talking to a friend last night about this very subject. He brought up the fact I give out to much info about myself such as name where I live and photos. I told him two people from the net have already found me. But I have been thinking maybe I shouldn't say the things I do on my blog in fear of getting in trouble. I have been blogging for 2 years now this is my 4th blog. I in the past have thought to myself this isn't worth it and deleted my blogs only to cry about it later. I do like this TypeKey but it was a huge pain to sign in, but once I did I made my profile I'll figure it all out sooner or later.. So kudos for that Muchacha

Why analyze yourself at all? There are plenty of people, some even well meaning, who will analyze your scant words to death.
Feedback keeps things running and might offer encouragment for you to get the cathartic denouement you may be looking for.
You write well enough to be enjoyable to read. I hope you continue.

isn't it the same with almost everything in life? In the beginning it's all great, fun, exciting -- after a while things tend to change, become the norm. Look at the New Year's solutions, heck, look at falling in love. But what's the key to keep an interest, a desire, a positive feeling for something?! The reason why you should continue this journal should be because you enjoy it, because you feel good about sharing something very personal. As soon as you feel obligated to write, drop it. Don't do it because people out here, including me, want to read about you, your life etc. Do it because you want to share your own perspective, thoughts and feelings.

Happy Holiday Season to all of you - a great 2005.

R

PS: have you heard about this group who is protesting that people and companies do not say "Merry Christmas" anymore but instead wish all a "Happy Holiday Season". What are your thoughts about that? Have we all become so over-sensitized that we need to take everybody's personal feelings, Holidays and views into consideration? Or is it just easier to sell all Holidays in one package?

Hey Alexa!

I have found that inspiration rarely strikes when I'm sitting at the computer so I always try to have a small notebook and/or tape recorder with me. (I've found that the tape recorder is much easier to use when inspiration strikes me when I'm driving on the freeway! It is really hard to write and drive at the same time!) That way, when I do get to the 'puter I have a list of things to blog about.

Happy Holidays everyone
Spaced Girl Hero

Is this typekey thing working or are my comments being deleted? :-(

how to keep a sucessful blog going: (advice from a guy who's had only 6 pings a day for 2 years)

look at some situations going on and note the funny or messed up stuff. Sometimes you find the inspirado in the most mundane events.

It happens.

But you should stop if you find blogging becoming a chore. It's something you're supposed to enjoy, not an obligation (unless it's a work blog)

this happens to me too. but i didnt' get it over, because my family members read my journals so i don't write them anymore. i don't use my blog much either.