10 Reasons Why I Started Blogging: It Saved My Mental Health

Hey there! So, you clicked on this post, which means you’re at least a tiny bit curious about blogging, right?

Well, let me tell you how I stumbled into this world of blogging. It wasn’t a grand epiphany or a sudden burst of inspiration.

Nope, it was a Tuesday evening, and I was sitting in my tiny apartment, eating cold pizza, feeling the weight of my 9-5 job, and wondering if there was more to life than the daily grind.

Read on for the full tale of why I started blogging, and why I think you should consider it too.

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Why I started blogging

I hated working at my job, and it was starting to affect my mental health. Wellness and self-improvement was something I had a passion for.

Mental health has always been a special interest for me. And yet, my 9-5 was literally picking away at that passion, slowly, each day.

I knew that I really didn’t like working for someone, and I wanted to quit the workforce all altogether. And yet, I also wanted to become wealthy, and achieve financial independence and early retirement.

But how could those two seemingly opposing ideas come together?

That’s when the idea hit me – why not start a blog as a business, on the topic of wellness and mental health?

As wellness was a subject close to my heart, having navigated through my own ups and downs, and I wanted to share what I’d learned with others.

Next, blogs are absolute money makers when done correctly (just look at these blog income reports from Chelsea of HerPaperRoute, Michelle of Making Sense of Cents and Pat Flynn of Smart Passive Income who each make serious bank from their blogs.

My blog, Well and Wealthy began as a passion project – a place to share tips on self-care, mental health hacks, and my journey towards a happier, healthier life.

It’s here that I talk about everything from the power of meditation to navigating stress at work.

My Blogging Journey

The early days of my blog were a mix of excitement and uncertainty. I had to navigate through the challenges of setting up a blog, understanding SEO, and most importantly, finding my voice.

Focusing on wellness and mental health, I began sharing my experiences and insights, which slowly started resonating with readers.

Blogging about wellness and mental health has not only been fulfilling but also eye-opening.

I’ve shared stories about overcoming depression, finding balance in daily life, and the small steps that lead to big changes in my well-being.

I realized that sharing these stories, the triumphs and the epic fails, was not just fun, but it connected me with people from all over the world.

And then, an amazing thing happened – people started to listen, engage, and share their stories too.

My blog slowly transformed from a hobby into a source of passive income, giving me hope that I could eventually step away from the 9-5 life.

Fast forward one year later, and I did something I never thought possible – I said goodbye to my traditional job, thanks to the success of my blog.

It’s been an incredible journey, one filled with learning, growing, and connecting with an amazing online community.

If you’re reading this, maybe you’ve got stories too, or thoughts, or ideas that are just waiting to burst out. And trust me, there’s no better time than now to start sharing them.

How Blogging Transformed My Life

My blog wasn’t just a platform; it became a catalyst for personal growth. I connected with a community that shared my passion for mental wellness.

The blog gradually turned into a source of income, allowing me to leave my 9-5 job.

The journey was filled with incredible learning experiences and opportunities to collaborate with fellow wellness advocates.

10 reasons why YOU should start a blog:

…Preferably TODAY so why not check out this tutorial on how to start an income-generating blog.

1. You get to help people

The number one reason as far as I’m concerned is you get to help others. Whether that’s through sharing your expertise, experiences or stories others can benefit from it.

Even if it’s only that you know which lipstick stays on for more than an hour that’s gonna help someone. (Me, that’s who it will help, despite trying what feels like thousands of lipsticks I can’t find one that stays!).

2. You have knowledge to share

You might not realize it but you are definitely an expert in something so share that knowledge.

Great at making curries? Know all there is to know about snail breeding? Or perhaps you’re a budding electrician. Tell us!

Someone out there is probably looking for that nugget of knowledge that you are currently keeping to yourself!

3. You love writing

Surely this is a no-brainer, if you love to write then put it to good use and start a blog.

4. It can help you heal

Blogging has mental health benefits.

It’s well known that writing, particularly journaling, can be therapeutic and help in managing stress, and heal from traumatic life events.

Whilst you may not wish to write directly about things that have affected you, just writing in general can help.

Plus, if you do feel able to write about things that have hurt you in the past.

Not only can it help you, but others reading it may find strength from your words and you could help their healing journey.

5. You will learn a lot

I love learning and am actually pretty good at it and there is so much to learn about blogging.

If you want to that is, if learning isn’t really your bag and you just want to write you can do that as well.

But for those of us who can’t get enough of new knowledge, you should start blogging. 

I feel like there will always be something new to learn with blogging and experienced pro-bloggers say the same.

6. It’s a fulfilling hobby

As hobbies go this one is pretty awesome and it can be combined with other parts of your life like hobbies you already have or being a Mom.

(Sidenote, if you haven’t already you need to check out some ‘Mom Blogs’ those ladies are killing it in the blogging sphere while raising kids. Absolute queens).

Blogging is so much fun and certainly beats mindlessly surfing social media or channel-hopping TV programs.

7. You can make (serious) money

Now obviously the majority of bloggers aren’t making 6 figures per month, but thousands of bloggers are making 5 figures a month. Blog income is limitless.

If you earn a salary at your 9-5 then there will be a cap somewhere.

With blogging the earning potential is purely down to you and the work you are willing to put in.

8. You can make a work-from-home career out of it

For anyone who has ever dreamed of working for themselves at home blogging can make that dream a reality.

It’s great for so many people because you can work anywhere and at any time, bingo!

9. Security

Even if you want to carry on working a salaried job, that extra paycheck and extra knowledge you can get from blogging will provide security for you and your family.

Should you ever lose your job or end up in a similar situation blogging could be something that can tide you over.

10. The fantastic blogging community

Everyone is so nice!!! Trust me, whenever you have a question or just fancy a chat you can head over to a blogging community group

I am a member of a few on Facebook, and there is always someone there willing to help or lend an ear.

Tips for Aspiring Bloggers

To get started, this is the blogging class I recommend you take. It covers everything!

Then, choose your niche carefully. In my case, it was wellness and mental health as that was what I was passionate about, and I felt I could help others with such a topic.

Stay authentic in your content creation; your genuineness will attract readers.

Engage with your audience regularly and use various strategies to grow your reach.

Finally, explore different monetization options to make your blog financially rewarding.

Overcoming Challenges

Every blogger faces hurdles. For me, it was about finding the balance between creating content and promoting it.

I learned that consistency and perseverance are key. Remember, every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.

Why I started blogging and 10 reasons you should too – Conclusion

If you’re sitting there, wondering if you should start a blog, I’m here to tell you that it’s more than just a platform.

It’s a pathway to express yourself, connect with others, and maybe, just maybe, turn your passion into a thriving career.

Your voice matters, especially in the vast world of wellness and self-improvement.

So, why not start today? Your journey might just inspire someone else to take their first step towards a better life.

What are you waiting for, it could change your life!

This is the blogging class I recommend you take!