Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Why do I blog?

I have a handful of topics that I choose to blog about. Each time I post there is a reason. Each thought I share with my friends and family has a purpose. I thought I would briefly share why I do what I do.
1. To motivate. 
This is what you would often get out of my healthy living posts. I want to motivate not just myself but others. It helps me hold myself accountable. I also hope to motivate others to be more active as well.
2. To encourage.
I enjoy writing about the direction in my life that is led by God. I want to share these things to encourage others and make disciples as the Lord says we should. I know not everyone is a believer but if I can help one person gain clarity in something they are struggling with I'm happy. If not, then I still benefit from sharing because it glorifies God and makes me feel brave.
3. To remember.
My precious children are amazing. Someday, when they are grown,  I want them to have these stories to look back on. I want to look back on them as well. It will be nice to be able to share details with them about their lives growing up I might otherwise have forgotten.
4. To reflect.
When I write, it makes me really consider what I'm writing about. Why do I feel this way? What have I gained from this experience? How am I pleasing God? What am I still unsure of? Am I brave enough for this? Those and many other questions run through my mind when I post. Sometimes I will just start writing (right now I have about 5 unfinished posts) and it makes me stop, think, and put things into perspective before I finish it.
5. To inspire.
Maybe some of you have thought about staring a blog, or just writing. I've been inspired by other writers and I hope to inspire more because I believe everyone can benefit from putting their thoughts down whether they choose to share it with everyone or not share it at all.
I hope that all of you enjoy reading what I have to say and will continue to share your thoughts on it.

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