Death by Blogging Redux: Health Benefits of Blogging
Liz Fuller of Business and Blogging left this comment on yesterday’s Blogging: “The Digital-Era Sweatshop”:
I was pretty amazed by the NYTimes article that tried to find a link between three middle-aged men having heart attacks over a several month period and blogging. I bet they could find the same stats with just about any profession they investigated - including retired people!
As far as blogging being stressful - I work a full time corporate job as well as writing a blog or two. Blogging is actually part of what keeps my stress in check. I enjoy the sense of flow when writing, the feeling of accomplishment when posting and the connection when reading comments. So where’s the article about blogging being good for your health?? hmmm….perhaps I should write one!! :)
And write one she did! Liz points out four ways blogging is actually beneficial for your health:
- Writing a blog can produce a “flow state”.
- Blogging provides a sense of accomplishment.
- Blogging enables you to connect with like-minded people.
- Blogging is intellectually stimulating.
Read Liz’s article and be sure to leave a comment.
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Geesh, KristEn ( :) ), you’ve been pretty prolific over the past two days–you must be ready to drop dead!!
Seriously, though, Liz makes excellent points. But I would add also that blogging can be therapuetic and create a base of support. That seems to be the reason a lot of Moms, Dads, and private people are blogging just for the personal benefits. Why else would people post there private business like the trials of daily living, debt reduction, and parenting?
@Mary - Can’t. Go. On. Stress. Debilitating.
LOL, yes, I agree 100% with your points. Blogging has largely taken the place of journaling and letter writing that provided so much catharsis in days gone by.
Wow, I feel suddenly ancient. :)
kk
Hi Kristen
Thanks again for linking to a post of mine and for continuing the conversation! It just demonstrates further how blogging can build a sense of community and provide intellectual stimulation!
Liz
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