tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post5266613595085903721..comments2024-03-27T15:53:51.141-07:00Comments on Book Haven : Does Your Personality Shine Through On Your Blog?Greghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-58203408245883109142023-12-09T04:19:55.768-08:002023-12-09T04:19:55.768-08:00It is funny how our personalities evolve over time...It is funny how our personalities evolve over time too. But I like to think you get to see my personality. Although, most of my blogs are story blogs..so I like to include those I meet along the way. True, a lot of the characters have a lot of what I have seen and heard, but still they stand on their own too. Me..well, I have been known to talk too much..so I can't say I'm an introvert yet the older I get I feel I am probably more introverted. Still, I like to write about food (most I can't eat like I used to...just occasionally). Music and possibly keep a little bit of the past in what I see in the present. And of course, new adventures in writing..hopefully.elliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15854933369544818739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-32871321367207039122019-07-06T20:38:40.237-07:002019-07-06T20:38:40.237-07:00Well, I can't really tell if my personality is...Well, I can't really tell if my personality is evident through my blog. I do hope that it is possible for others to get to know a little about me (aside from my Sunday Posts).Siran Toukhanianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11578563190743885504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-37048202560288326762018-02-03T10:23:09.637-08:002018-02-03T10:23:09.637-08:00THIS IS SUCH A COOL DISCUSSION!! It's hard to ...THIS IS SUCH A COOL DISCUSSION!! It's hard to answer - I feel like sometimes I'm *less* enthusiastic online in certain scenarios. For example, I might tone down the exclamation marks and shouting when writing a review for the blog, because I don't want to sound annoying. I'm trying to change this, though! I love bloggers who fangirl, scream and use all the exclamation marks, so IDEK why I tried to put that side of me away while blogging. <br /><br />Veronika @ <a href="http://reading-is-dreaming-with-open-eyes.blogspot.hu/" rel="nofollow">The Regal Critiques</a>Veronika @ Wordy and Whimsicalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06813427718618609226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-79880085249480037162018-01-30T19:27:16.619-08:002018-01-30T19:27:16.619-08:00I definitely try to keep my image as being as inno...I definitely try to keep my image as being as innocent as possible! Spoiler alert I am not. <br /><br />But I think I am definitely more fun online? Which I guess it DOES match my real life personality, though I am more quiet in real life :P It's because I'm too lazy to raise my voice.Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03450385804261334137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-12129791146158610542018-01-29T21:18:54.255-08:002018-01-29T21:18:54.255-08:00Hmm... I do sometimes geek out and just mention my...Hmm... I do sometimes geek out and just mention my favorite books in discussion posts. It's been a lot rarer but when I do love a book I write like I'm jumping up and down. But, yeah my personality is there. I always complain to myself how my writing sounds so like me but that's because I compare myself to more energetic popular reviewers. I go more into my full on geeky side on Goodreads when I'm reading books for teams or buddy reading.Adriana @ BooksOnHerMindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564998651703349031noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-44903140059140440312018-01-29T15:21:51.136-08:002018-01-29T15:21:51.136-08:00I hope my personality shines online. Sometimes I t...I hope my personality shines online. Sometimes I think it depends on who I’m chatting with. I don’t know about on my blog, but I notice if I’m more comfortable with an online book friend I use more exclamation points and emojis, which is more like me IRL once I get to know someone. It seems online or IRL I’m always very shy till I people well enough. Angel Erin's Book Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00764797323260137330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-2058139070961606492018-01-29T14:00:06.368-08:002018-01-29T14:00:06.368-08:00I don't know nearly as many people in real lif...I don't know nearly as many people in real life that are as fond of books in real life as I do - or at least similar tastes. So, yes, definitely! Lauren Stoolfirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07777860030600932061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-90367250924812682992018-01-28T11:15:29.122-08:002018-01-28T11:15:29.122-08:00Nope, you're right on time! And yes, a blog sh...Nope, you're right on time! And yes, a blog should reflect our personality, or what's the point? We're all unique, so why not share it? Trying to be someone else get us nowhere! <br /><br />I do think friends online can be the best ones. Heck I have a few blogger friends that I would probably tell things I wouldn't tell RL friends- and I've known them forever! Why is that? I don't know, but I think in spite of the online thing we still get to know each other, at a certain level, and those friendships can be amazing! Genuine convos- that a great way to put it. And yes all over the world- that's HUGE. How else would we make friends in countries half a world away? That in itself is amazing. <br /><br />And each person's personal touch is why we go to their blog, totally agree! Thanks for a fabulous comment!!!Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-76231087016214140732018-01-28T11:10:38.202-08:002018-01-28T11:10:38.202-08:00Yup, I'm the same. Gushy is a good word. Oh my...Yup, I'm the same. Gushy is a good word. Oh my if I get started on a book or movie i like- watch out! :) And I tend to be a little sarcastic too, and sometimes have t otone it down. Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-39919710708638313562018-01-28T11:09:36.780-08:002018-01-28T11:09:36.780-08:00Pessimism is sometimes warranted in real life! Ha ...Pessimism is sometimes warranted in real life! Ha I'm kidding, but I know what you mean. I think with likeminded people and bloggers online it's so easy to be postive and happy since we're talking about shared interests. Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-84277236084101517572018-01-28T11:08:29.353-08:002018-01-28T11:08:29.353-08:00That's true, and I hear you- in RL social situ...That's true, and I hear you- in RL social situations can be awkward, and online we have a little more control of how we put ourselves out there! And I think a lot of us do that- talk fast or feel awkward. I've been to parties or whatever where you know a few people, but everyone else- unless you're an extrovert and love that kinda thing, it can be difficult/ not fun. <br /><br />Same with some of my friends too- we can get pretty goofy :) Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-30427516388648477222018-01-28T11:05:58.995-08:002018-01-28T11:05:58.995-08:00Ooh I can't wait for your post. I love this to...Ooh I can't wait for your post. I love this topic because it seems so relevant to so many of us? And blogging voice- it's the one thing we have that's unique, irrespective of blog design or whatever- and it's amazing to find so many blogs, and each one has that unique voice! Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-46036424407591345602018-01-28T11:04:51.364-08:002018-01-28T11:04:51.364-08:00It's GOOD personality leakage though. :):)It's GOOD personality leakage though. :):)Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-13641765934474428962018-01-28T11:04:35.421-08:002018-01-28T11:04:35.421-08:00There definitely is a tribe aspect, where bookish ...There definitely is a tribe aspect, where bookish people and/ or introverts seem to find a lack of people in RL who love the same things- or at least as much as we do- and the book blog community definitely seems to fill that! So many people say that! Thank goodness the community is here, really! I totally get what you're saying. I'm more comfortable in quiet situations or reading/ playing video games too. We're not weird, we just recharge differently. :) <br /><br />Good point. We can kinda choose who we associate with online. And I'm happy online too, maybe because I'm discussing my favorite things! Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-27685511130476219682018-01-28T10:59:56.065-08:002018-01-28T10:59:56.065-08:00Thanks for commenting! That's a great point, w...Thanks for commenting! That's a great point, writing gives us a chance to measure our words more, maybe even avoid a faux pas lol. And yes sharing and commenting w/ other bloggers definitely makes it worthwhile!<br /><br />I would have a hard time not blogging. :) Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-66890444879989567612018-01-28T10:58:24.790-08:002018-01-28T10:58:24.790-08:00Yeah I am too. I agree, it's easier to be ours...Yeah I am too. I agree, it's easier to be ourselves online, without all the stress of groups, and plus having a likeminded community helps to. I was always amazed there were so many book people online- like where are they in RL??? Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-43528446086619940012018-01-28T10:57:04.410-08:002018-01-28T10:57:04.410-08:00Are you? You know I can be pretty enthusiastic in ...Are you? You know I can be pretty enthusiastic in RL too, now that I think about it, especially with the right people. Like if they're into the same kinds a things. Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-17524762135755986542018-01-28T10:56:20.753-08:002018-01-28T10:56:20.753-08:00Exactly. Something about book love and sharing it ...Exactly. Something about book love and sharing it seems to bring out the best in bloggers? And I agree- it can be hard to open up, to share! It takes time sometimes. There's still personal stuff I don't share, like close family stuff, but occasionally I'll talk personal. Greghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17515345156687765162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-64740109902692621902018-01-28T07:17:57.938-08:002018-01-28T07:17:57.938-08:00Initially, when I started the log, I'm not sur...Initially, when I started the log, I'm not sure I was sharing my authentic self, but over the years, that changed and I put myself out there a little more. There are still some instances that I don't give all Social Media, but as you mentioned, there is a camaraderie with like minded people on books, movies, food and trivia, and I pretty much feel at home. Great topic! Hugs...ROROhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07417463444013920901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-819042127928447522018-01-28T06:17:42.100-08:002018-01-28T06:17:42.100-08:00Strangely enough I think I am more enthusiastic ab...Strangely enough I think I am more enthusiastic about books in real life and more subdued online! I don't think that was the case when I started out though.Christina Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07756342293865115352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-16738259310314572902018-01-28T05:15:55.831-08:002018-01-28T05:15:55.831-08:00You're absolutely right, in our real-world liv...You're absolutely right, in our real-world lives, we don't really get to meet too many people with the same interests. So I don't have a lot of bookish friends. I have friends who read, but they don't read in such quantities, even if they do enjoy the books just as much. Blogger problems :DEvelina @ AvalinahsBookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09564183695294142501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-88085716596294691362018-01-28T00:05:54.202-08:002018-01-28T00:05:54.202-08:00I agree, when online I'm more enthusiastic tha...I agree, when online I'm more enthusiastic than in real life, but it might also be because I tend to be shy and get anxiety when in groups of people. So, being online sort of takes away that sheet and allows me (and probably a lot of other people) to be more of themselves. Great post! :) Adventures with a Book Nerdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03524679741703702882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-61321861200331680282018-01-27T21:19:04.198-08:002018-01-27T21:19:04.198-08:00I like to think that my better self comes through ...I like to think that my better self comes through in my blogging and online activities. When writing, I can think about what I'm going to say before I write it, whereas offline and when speaking, we don't have that same opportunity to express ourselves as we might like. <br /><br />Sharing our thoughts can bring out our enthusiasm and love of the topics...and knowing that other bloggers might read and comment validates our expressions.<br /><br />I love blogging and cannot imagine giving up even one of my six blogs...LOL.<br /><br />Thanks for the great post!Laurel-Rain Snowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00101090217639410913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-39998027958200628602018-01-27T19:06:54.071-08:002018-01-27T19:06:54.071-08:00I think I am much more comfortable online than I a...I think I am much more comfortable online than I am in my offline life--at least in terms of social situations. I am rather quiet offline and more awkward. I think some of my online confidence comes from talking about books, which I love to do. I don't do a lot of that in my offline life. I am not aiming to be anyone other than I am though. I've just always been better at expressing myself in writing than verbally. I do tend to be more private though online. I am an open book to a point, but there are certain aspects I don't let spill over.Literary Felinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13079276242303738719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3952534890282357396.post-73186842758046012142018-01-27T08:46:32.985-08:002018-01-27T08:46:32.985-08:00great post Greg! I think I'm definitely not as...great post Greg! I think I'm definitely not as ashy as I am in RL online but I'm still hesitant to show a lot of me :) I'm getting better though! Daniela Ark @ BOOKIVERSE (www.danielaark.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15777377723072645220noreply@blogger.com