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                          amazed girl                           Okay, I think I've intimidated myself.  When I wrote my little blog "The Wrong Reason Why Blogging's Right For Me" last week, never in my wildest imagination did I think it would become an Active Rain Featured Post.  As if that weren't enough, I had the incredible honor of being included in the great Neal Bloom's "My Favorite Top 25 Blogs For The Week.  I mean really, it's just too much.  I'm so excited, I'm so grateful, I'm so elated, I'm so......TERRIFIED!!!

I've come down with a severe case of BLOG BLOCK.  I mean the pressure is enormous.  I don't want to be the "one hit wonder of Active Rain."  I can't eat, I can't sleep, I can't concentrate............okay Melody........just breathe..........

The little voice inside Melody's head...

"Melody, get a grip!  You're forgetting the reason you love blogging in the first place.  It's a STRESS RELIEVER...remember???  It's not about features and accolades, it's about self expression and adding value to those who read about the things that inspire you.  So, come back down to earth sister and get with the program!

 ...That little voice inside Melody's head is pretty tough on her sometimes.

The little voice, however, is right.  I actually wrote most of my next blog last night after attending a seminar yesterday on Priority Management and Time Blocking.  It was in the middle of that blog that the panic set in.  It's an informational piece.  It's not filled with nail biting suspense or subject matter that will change the world.  I do believe, however, that along with my other blogs, it has its place and its value.

It doesn't matter if tons of people don't read it because the reality is, if it helps, motivates or inspires even one person, my blog on managing my time, will have been worth my time......stay tuned.

Can't wait to see the managing my time post, that's one I can really relate to, (this one too).  Great Job Melody, keep up the good work and more than all that, just have some fun.  Tell that little voice, you're the boss, not it!  :-)
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So true it happened to me last week!  Still working through it.  We will overcome!
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Oh, I know the feeling about the 'blog block'...so funny!  Good name, BTW.  Ah, I think my little voice keeps me a little reality based so I don't get too consumed with myself---helps keep it all in perspective.  Sometimes it gets the best of me so I'll take Brad's advice---I'm the boss, not the voice!  LOL  I'll give you a 'WOO HOO' for a great job!  :)

Abby

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Good one Melody...I specially like the part about "The money I save blogging is the money I'd be spending lying on a therapists couch..."

I'm also pleasantly surprised about the support and encouragement people have for each other here-how refreshing (I'm new here)

Keep expressing who you are and when the little voice comes on about fear or whatever don't forget to thank it for sharing and send her on a vacation.

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Hi Melody~ Congrats on your posts! Don't be nervous be PROUD!  Yes, this blogging thing can be obsessive and exciting, but its awesome isn't it? And here's a little tip about Mr. Jeff Turner...it wasn't too long ago he was a little unsure about his "voice", but look how he "turned out"....no pun intended;) (Luv ya Jeff!)
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Once again, I am overwhelmed by the encouragement and support of the incredible members of AR

Leon:  Thank's, you're right.  It happens when you least suspect it.

Cynthia:  Thank so much, I shocked!

George:  Thanks for always being so supportive.  I think you're very right about making the most of AR---That should be your next post :)

            

Allison:  I always write from the heart and you're right, it is fun!

Edite:  You're right "only thing we have to fear is fear itself" --FDR

Maggie:  Thanks, I got over the hump and it's all good from here.

Christy:  So true...stress relievers shouldn't be stressful.

Neal:  No, thank you!!! Sorry about the name misspelling...noted and corrected.

Tim:  Everyone can't always agree, as long as they're not mean...I cry easily:)

Michael:  Thank you - From now on a live in the moment...what will be will be...     

Neal:  As long as they don't make me cry :)

Bryant:  Thanks so much.  I truly respect your advice and enjoy you and TLW very much!

Keith: You're so sweet, I just really enjoy it.

Bob:  You're so right, the sense of community  on AR is astounding

Brad:  I just have to find the time to finish it...need to block that :)

Kevin:  ....just breathe...sit at the computer and begin.  It takes on a life of its own.

Abby:  I hear you...the problem is, my "little voice inside my head" is usually way more rational than    

          the wacky blonde exterior.

Steve:  Welcome !!! The support and encouragement on this site is amazing.  This is one great group!

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Thanks Laura, it is awesome.  I find it hard to believe Jeff wasn't born blogging :)
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"Melody, get a grip!    Love it.... it is a stress reliever for me too... my brain never shuts off so why not share.

 

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Melody, don't worry now ......guess who might be doing the week in review in 2 weeks.
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Keep writing to relieve stress and you'll do fine. Some will be featured, some won't. Some will get comments, some won't. You'll never be able to figure out which are which, and it doesn't really matter. 
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Desiree:  Good point, I want to read the blog that tells us how to shut our brains down for awhile.

Neal:  I was finally hoping to get a good nights sleep....no chance of that now :)

Sharon: You're right, sometimes I lose sight of the big picture, thanks

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Well youv'e got 2 weeks to think about it ,I'll contact you...not pressure...we are trying to get newer members some extra exposure...what better way.

Get some sleep.

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Hey Melody congrats on the feature!  Don't sweat it, you deserved it!
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Neal:  Okay Neal with an A, I look forward to hearing from you.  I'm not one to back down from a challenge...I'll make myself sick, I'll lose sleep, I'll obsess, I might even cry.......but I won't back down :)

Michael:  Thanks so much for your very nice comment.

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Melody-Great post! It gets easier as time passes.  I call it Blog Fog myself!  I decided instead of rushing to blog once again, I blog when my mind is ready, I now blog for quality and for a stress reliever, but when it does not come easy I wait.  That is when I am most creative and find it fun! I haven't posted in a few days but I make sure and comment and rate the posts, that way I still feel like I am Active in the Rain!   Thanks really enjoyable!
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Thanks Midori...Blog Fog, I like that!
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Melody,

Be you, whatever it works for you, it is great, rewards come later, do not worry about if you do it good or do it bad, do your best and let it flow :)

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Very good advice Ray, thank you.
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Great Job on the post Melody.  Keep up the great work!!!
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Thanks Greg.  I noticed you haven't posted any blogs.  I highly recommend it, you'll be addicted.
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