The buzz reminds me that I have seldom used my blog to articulate to the world all the wonderful ideas I think I have flowing in my head. But, I’ll jot a note now to speak to some of my thoughts on blogs and the new art. My first thoughts are of concern. Being a fairly private person this is a leap for me to risk exposing a belief/opinion that may prove to make me vulnerable to some future opponent. I worry about those that are exposing much of their personal lives to all that are willing to take the time and read their online journaling. It seems we are all somehow inherently voyeurs though given the increasing popularity of “reality” television, which I imagine at this point has surpassed any normal sitcoms or drama shows programmed these days. Yet, the influencing power has amazed me and the ease has made me believe and understand that blogging, while in its infancy is a means for the masses to speak to the masses. We now can guide presidential debates, product development and life decisions. I can see its business and therapeutic potential. My mother is a professional counselor and I could see how she could simply journal thoughts about her clients providing feedback on cases she believes to be fairly common. This could provide an outlet for her to let go of some of the burden all therapist carry in their work while giving insight to others that may have similar experiences. Additionally, my father has decided to embark on another adventure to author one of the next great fly fishing and camping guides for the sierras. A few years ago he completed a similar adventure in western Montana publishing "Montana Fly Fishing & Camping Guide”. This time I told him he should have a blog to journal his treks and gain a following prior to the launch of the book thus building his customer base before the product exists. So, while I still have mixed feelings, obviously I publish earnestly wondering what all this may come to be.
Posted by darinarcher at March 25, 2004 11:05 PM | TrackBack