tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post8682314408413947965..comments2024-01-08T00:51:30.080-05:00Comments on Write Now: Avoiding Blog BurnoutKaren Langehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-62557212806421009472015-02-12T14:00:55.290-05:002015-02-12T14:00:55.290-05:00Nas,
Hope you get a break soon! They really do hel...Nas,<br />Hope you get a break soon! They really do help recharge and inspire.<br />Happy weekend,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-35881015624451870962015-02-11T19:06:34.509-05:002015-02-11T19:06:34.509-05:00Would love to take a break, I'm near burnout!Would love to take a break, I'm near burnout!Nas https://www.blogger.com/profile/08341843048288374472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-74752594946437602732015-02-11T15:41:06.445-05:002015-02-11T15:41:06.445-05:00Crystal,
Yes, that is the key. Not setting any rec...Crystal,<br />Yes, that is the key. Not setting any records here, but am getting a few things done. A break is a good thing!<br />Blessings,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-24122098272047237082015-02-11T11:58:34.199-05:002015-02-11T11:58:34.199-05:00Thanks, Karen! Agreed--breaks are great as long as...Thanks, Karen! Agreed--breaks are great as long as we're productive while away. *fingers crossed*Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-10946523627541780642015-02-09T09:24:56.673-05:002015-02-09T09:24:56.673-05:00LD,
I know, I am down to one a week as well. Feel ...LD,<br />I know, I am down to one a week as well. Feel like I am missing some good posts too, but just can't keep up with everything. My husband will disown me if I try! LOL<br />Happy writing,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-59851291823078504552015-02-05T17:29:18.187-05:002015-02-05T17:29:18.187-05:00I cut back to posting and visiting/commenting just...I cut back to posting and visiting/commenting just once a week. I know I miss a lot of good posts that way but it keeps the process from becoming overwhelming. LD Mastersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01202135756299574972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-87083320623610386792015-02-05T14:40:23.114-05:002015-02-05T14:40:23.114-05:00Crystal,
I love them too, and can get a lot done i...Crystal,<br />I love them too, and can get a lot done if I set my mind to it. And sometimes I fritter them away...:) Wishing you all the best with the new little one! <br /><br />Keith,<br />I agree. I take at least that many. It really helps keep a balance. :)<br /><br />Holly,<br />That's a good idea. Maybe I'll give that a try, rather than waiting till I am super swamped. Thanks for the tip! :) <br /><br />Anita,<br />I think you are right. :) We need down time, don't we? Thanks so much. :)<br /><br />Happy writing,<br />Karen<br />Karen Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-88281978334885843712015-02-04T14:35:33.955-05:002015-02-04T14:35:33.955-05:00My breaks aren't planned but come naturally. S...My breaks aren't planned but come naturally. Shows the need is there. Enjoy the space you have allowed yourself. Anitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14810682755953097099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-52607331150167118552015-02-04T14:02:06.708-05:002015-02-04T14:02:06.708-05:00I started taking every 4th month off. Maybe not th...I started taking every 4th month off. Maybe not the best for SEO and other stuff, but it helps me.H. R. Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06715450637785127208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-30987642745998721242015-02-04T13:06:01.164-05:002015-02-04T13:06:01.164-05:00Blogging is definitely not easy, at all! I think i...Blogging is definitely not easy, at all! I think it's very important to take a blogging break now and then. I take 3-4 a year :) Optimistic Existentialisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11507986337866049924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-71998694961050027882015-02-04T12:57:53.753-05:002015-02-04T12:57:53.753-05:00I LOVE blog breaks and am actually getting ready t...I LOVE blog breaks and am actually getting ready to go on one at the end of the month. With the baby due in March, I figured I'd better get myself focused on the prep. (If not sooner.) So much to do! Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-70443936860192949322015-02-03T22:58:22.048-05:002015-02-03T22:58:22.048-05:00Lynn,
I think that can be a good move - a long bre...Lynn,<br />I think that can be a good move - a long break - to reassess and focus. You are right; you need to be where God directs. Thanks for your kind words. I enjoy my visits to you blog too! :)<br /><br />Pat,<br />Sorry I didn't get over there sooner. I thought I'd already left a comment. See, I do need this break! LOL You hit the nail on the head; it should be enjoyable, not a chore. :) <br /><br />Susan,<br />So glad you've found a good balance. I am aiming to get more posts scheduled ahead of time too. :)<br /><br />Happy writing,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-18903481171795065892015-02-03T21:58:48.841-05:002015-02-03T21:58:48.841-05:00Hi Karen -
Once published, I had to cut back fro...Hi Karen - <br /><br />Once published, I had to cut back from three posts to two posts per week. I also try to have at least three to four weeks of posts scheduled. If life hits, I don't have to worry about writing a post. It's a great stress reliever. Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-81263588533901570122015-02-03T21:29:49.983-05:002015-02-03T21:29:49.983-05:00Thanks for stopping by Critter Alley, Karen!
In t...Thanks for stopping by Critter Alley, Karen!<br /><br />In the early days, I wrote a blog post daily, Monday through Friday. After a year or so this changed to posting 3 times a week. Now I typically post only about once a week. Finally I decided it wasn't urgent for me to post more frequently, so why add another area of stress to my life? Blogging should be enjoyable, not a burden. <br /><br />Pat<br />Critter AlleyPat Wahlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01138619912065680084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-21984372270291800202015-02-03T19:51:37.939-05:002015-02-03T19:51:37.939-05:00I took a very long break and just re-establishing ...I took a very long break and just re-establishing now and checking into my heart often to make sure my time is being used wisely toward where God wants to take me with my writing. I always enjoy meeting with you here!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-59487628970274465812015-02-03T17:47:00.882-05:002015-02-03T17:47:00.882-05:00Medeia,
It is necessary, and I think we all need t...Medeia,<br />It is necessary, and I think we all need to figure out what's best for our schedules. Thanks a bunch!<br /><br />Susan,<br />We sure are! You could post once a month and I would come and see you. :) Much of it has to do with what the blogger has to say. <br /><br />Lisa,<br />I used to post twice a week. Now I don't know how I did that! lol Once a week even gets to be a little much sometimes. So we find the right balance for each of us, right? :)<br /><br />Joylene,<br />Thank you! Glad it resonated with you. I never wanted to admit it was getting to be too much until a writer friend and I got to discussing it. She feels the same way. I guess I hated to say anything because the people are so great, and to say blogging is too much sometimes sounds like you don't care for the people, you know? But I love the people. A kinder blogosphere, yes, all for that! :)<br /><br />Happy writing,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-4994222269594208712015-02-03T16:46:13.868-05:002015-02-03T16:46:13.868-05:00My comment didn't stick this morning. Good thi...My comment didn't stick this morning. Good thing I came back and checked. Can't remember what I wrote. Probably just thanking you for a terrific list. Honestly, it's encouraging to know that we're not alone in our burnout. A while back I started blogging less frequently, but trying for more important content. I'm noticing that many other bloggers are doing the same. Makes for a kinder blogsphere for us all. Joylene Nowell Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04497637513532136615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-36061081935403563392015-02-03T12:20:57.717-05:002015-02-03T12:20:57.717-05:00Blogging DOES take time, no doubt about it, but th...Blogging DOES take time, no doubt about it, but the benefits outweigh the downside. The one thing I did was quit posting three times a week. I post every Wednesday like clockwork, and I may go back to including Mon and Fri, but not with a regular post---a Pawsitive Pondering (animal pic with caption) because they're fun to make and won't require reading time or comments from my blog followers, but will offer a quick smile and lift to anyone who checks it out. I applaud those bloggers who post 4-5 times a week with great content. I don't know how they do it, though.Lisa Ricard Clarohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15014582949326182166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-30272169725297931542015-02-03T08:16:09.672-05:002015-02-03T08:16:09.672-05:00When I began blogging in 2012 I posted every day. ...When I began blogging in 2012 I posted every day. Then I relaxed and went to three times a week. Whew! i think my readers were fine with that. Susan Sundwallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17747706680849311882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-57068691391085162662015-02-03T05:57:32.370-05:002015-02-03T05:57:32.370-05:00I definitely do get burned out. I've taken a w...I definitely do get burned out. I've taken a week off, especially during holiday time or busy times. Last week I posted twice instead of three times because I had too many things going on. It's necessary.<br /><br />Have a wonderful blog break.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-84059450883557264952015-02-02T20:59:37.990-05:002015-02-02T20:59:37.990-05:00Kelly,
So glad you liked it! Appreciate your thoug...Kelly,<br />So glad you liked it! Appreciate your thoughts. :)<br /><br />Alex,<br />It really does get to be a lot, doesn't it? Glad you found a good balance. :)<br /><br />Happy writing,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-90110902912503852402015-02-02T17:05:03.487-05:002015-02-02T17:05:03.487-05:00Good tips. I took a break over Christmas and now j...Good tips. I took a break over Christmas and now just post once a week so I don't overdo it.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-78791422183584668282015-02-02T16:09:46.121-05:002015-02-02T16:09:46.121-05:00I love this post. So true.I love this post. So true.Kelly Steelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09030019966183220952noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-1166552420134240162015-02-02T14:45:33.871-05:002015-02-02T14:45:33.871-05:00Terri,
Can't tell you how many times I've ...Terri,<br />Can't tell you how many times I've felt about "done" with blogging. Not that I hate it, or anything, it just gets to be that one more thing you need to do. But I cannot step away completely from the people, you know? You and all my other blogging friends are absolutely great. :) <br /><br />Natalie,<br />Thank you! I was concerned it was too basic, but it seems to speak to a lot of people. And I know I need to review these principles often for sanity's sake. lol :)<br /><br />Robyn,<br />Thanks, amigo :) I think you do a great job with all you have going on. Your plate is really full! Don't know how you balance it all. You inspire me. xo<br /><br />Lee,<br />You know, I don't want anyone to have a hard time with the experience, but it sure is nice to know that others struggle with this and need a break too. Appreciate your support. :)<br /><br />Ceclia,<br />I think that is an excellent idea. I keep it light on Sundays as well, and often Saturdays too. We do need time and space to do other things. Enjoy the time with your son! :)<br /><br />Victoria,<br />It's nice to meet you! Thanks for stopping by, following, and commenting. I agree, Cecelia's idea is an excellent one. Will hop over to your blog soon! ) <br /><br />Jess,<br />Thanks a bunch! You are right, stepping back is so important for our sanity and productivity. I know I get grouchy if I don't get a break now and then. lol :)<br /><br />Ceil,<br />Thank you! Hard to believe I've been blogging that long, you know? I am like you; I like to have a few posts on hand While I can't always manage it, it does offer relief knowing things are taken care of. <br /><br />Jen,<br />Thanks for hopping over to the interview! I appreciate your effort and support! :)<br /><br />Happy writing,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-855485928545677951.post-28300184294248692032015-02-02T14:23:24.756-05:002015-02-02T14:23:24.756-05:00Hi Karen,
Nice interview; I tried to leave a comm...Hi Karen,<br /><br />Nice interview; I tried to leave a comment, but had difficulty. Maybe a computer glitch? :-) Much continued success!Jennifer Brown Bankshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15525705931988259779noreply@blogger.com