<html> <p>Whether you believe in the broader idea that "<em>Steemit is changing the world</em>" or not, I have to admit that my approach to writing has changed quite bit, in the course of the past five months.</p> <h2><em>Pay Attention to the World!</em></h2> <p> <div class="pull-right"> <p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/fjcCitw.jpg" alt="Butterfly" /><br /> <em>A "Comma" butterfly, resting in the sun</em></p> </div> </p> <p>Whereas I have never been at a loss for words or things to write about, I have become far more <em>mindful</em> of my surroundings, and far more <em>diligent</em>... in terms of <em>paying attention</em> to conversations and ideas that cross my path. </p> <p>I see that as a positive-- previously, I just used to focus my attention on a few very narrow niches <em>(Stamp collecting, Sensory-Processing Sensitivity, ADHD, the Zen of beach combing and a couple of others)</em> for which I kept specific blogs... and I'd pretty much tune out everything else.</p> <p>In a way, my lifelong curiosity and quest for knowledge <em>(much of it useless trivia, I admit!)</em> has been rekindled.</p> <p>Along with that... I now never go anywhere without a small <em>(pocket sized)</em> pad and pencil (the tiny kind golfers use) in case a moment of inspiration suddenly strikes.</p> <p>That's a habit I haven't been in for... probably 15 years.</p> <p>So thank you, Steemit, for that!</p> <h2><em>Attention Minnows! There is ALWAYS plenty to write about!</em></h2> <p> <div class="pull-left"> <p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/CKZDMQb.jpg" alt="Creekside" /><br /> <em>On the bank of a peaceful creek</em></p> </div> </p> <p>So anyways-- this post was also meant as a bit of a shoutout and welcome to our thousands of newcomers to Steemit! I want to encourage you to believe there is <em>plenty</em> to write about-- all you have to do is look around you!</p> <p>As I write these words, I just removed the thick wad of scribbled "<em>notes to myself</em>" from my jeans pocket... which has been building for a couple of months.</p> <p>I mention this because that means that I am generating ideas far <em>faster</em> than I can write them out. </p> <p>And <em>YOU</em> can do that, too! If you just make it a habit to <em>really pay attention to your environment</em>, you'll be surprised at just how much "<em>blogable</em>" material is everywhere!</p> <p>Don't worry too much about creating some "popular" topic-- just enjoy yourself and become an active community member. </p> <p> <div class="pull-right"> <p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Y9vV2Oz.jpg" alt="Buttercup" /><br /> <em>Close-up of a buttercup in the sun</em></p> </div> </p> <p>The "secret" to doing well on Steemit is really quite simple: "<em>Post good stuff you actually CARE about; visit other people's posts you feel are actually good/valuable, upvote them and leave meaningful comments.</em>" </p> <p>It'll get you far more mileage than being a mindless robot begging for votes and follows. Seriously.</p> <p>End of story. Nothing fancy there.</p> <p>Oh, and one last thing: Be flexible. Like this post? It started out being one thing, and then became something completely different. And that's OK...!</p> <p><em><strong>How about YOU? </strong></em>Whether you're "<em>old</em>" or "<em>new</em>" to Steemit... is/has this venue changed your approach to the world, social media, and creating social content? What's different, for you <em>(and I don't mean "the rewards!")</em>, since being here? Leave a comment-- share your experiences and feedback-- join the conversation!</p> <p><em>(As usual, all text and images by the author, unless otherwise credited. This is original content, created expressly for Steemit)<br> Published 20170707 14:13 PDT</em></p> </html>
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I use wordpress as my pad and pencil and I have literally hundreds upon hundreds from little notes to near complete articles sitting there. I have to agree, as much as it pains me ;) that I pay more attention to the world now too and I thought I was quite attentive before. It definitely has made me a better topic finder than previously.
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Funny you should mention it... it pains me a little bit, too, this paying attention to a world I'd previously tried to hard to eliminate because it frustrated me so much. Wheel of Karma? Who knows... My note taking is getting a little out of control... I need to *execute* more of these ideas!
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I love your blogs guys. I have nice surprise coming for Steem. Take care guys!
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I am having some fun in Steemit and I just write about what I know and think about, being comfortable and not forcing myself otherwise it will just be dull and boring.
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And that's as it should be... if we all just stuck to the things that intrigue us and awaken our passions... and not worry about "popularity contests," then we'll have a great collection of content!
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![@cryptopie got you a $0.01 @minnowbooster upgoat, nice!](http://minnowshares.net/upgoat/?user=cryptopie&receiver=cryptopie&value=0.01&hash=810) *@cryptopie got you a $0.01 @minnowbooster upgoat, nice! (Image: pixabay.com)* --- [Want a boost? Click here to read more!](https://steemit.com/minnowbooster/@minnowbooster/introducing-minnowbooster-beta)
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I love useless information.
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You're in the right place then, here on the Internet! ; )
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@stellabelle, I love useless information, gathered, shaken, stirred... and rearranged and regurgitated as something at least amusing or intriguing... and possibly even useful!
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There is a world of content out there, for sure! I like to read posts that have original content and that reflect personal experience and perspectives. Your posts are great examples that the images for a post don't have to be about the content of the post, either. As a social network, I think we're here to make connections with people, not just recreate the internet outside of Steemit.
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It wasn't really what I expected when I started here... but the "community" aspect of Steemit has pretty much become the most important part of being here. And this place has a lot more "stickiness" than Farcebook... the format here invites both deeper sharing, and deeper subsequent discussions. And that's a beautiful thing!
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That's a great way express what Steemit provides -- the deep sharing and deeper discussions.
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I enjoy the people who care to comment on your posts. For me, my inspiration comes from music. It is an endless supply of melody, harmony, and rhythm. Best of all, it makes me happy. There is more than plenty of topics!
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total_payout_value | 0.000 SBD |
curator_payout_value | 0.000 SBD |
pending_payout_value | 0.000 SBD |
promoted | 0.000 SBD |
body_length | 222 |
author_reputation | 16,011,958,080,429 |
root_title | "All the Notes in My Pockets! (Or, What Shall We Write About Today?)" |
beneficiaries | [] |
max_accepted_payout | 1,000,000.000 SBD |
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