I remember dreaming of writing when I was a kid. I was so avid about reading, and I always wanted to get my hands on writing and telling stories. Maybe it’s because I had a great imagination, I could always try to come up with stories in my head, but I would struggle to write down a single word. And I think that if I could go back and tell my younger self that I have started writing as a blogger in my 20s, she would be excited. She would even think I’m cool. But I’m not cool, and nothing much has changed. Sitting down and writing sometimes sounds so dreadful, so frightening…However, I decided that getting scared would not be beneficial to me. And here I am today, telling you about my childhood dreams now that I have finally started blogging.
The story behind it
I have been thinking about blogging way back in 2021. I really wanted to get into writing, and after weeks of researching how to start a blog, I decided to start mine for free on Wix since I couldn’t afford to go full self-hosted at the time. I spent a lot of time on my website design, my branding, but I couldn’t actually sit down and write. I felt like I was stuck.
I managed nonetheless to write some posts, and after I finally hit publish …crickets…I didn’t have any visitors, and I had no idea how to get an audience for my blog. Not having a self-hosted blog was limiting, and I realise that I would not be able to put my posts in front of the world and actually have people to read them.
No matter how much effort I put into writing posts, I still couldn’t get anything from it. Social media was confusing, and I couldn’t figure out what to do. I started to think maybe writing wasn’t for me, that I wasn’t an expert in anything or had anything worth sharing.
These past few years, I’ve been on and off about blogging. I wanted to commit, but couldn’t really get invested. I was on four different social media platforms, trying to figure out how to promote my blog and get people to read my post.
I was also comparing myself and my writing to other bloggers, and felt it was pointless to write about topics millions of other writers are already covering. My writing felt generic, soulless and not relatable.
Now, in my 20s, life feels messy and unfinished. Like many people, I’m figuring things out—work, health, faith, and friendships. And that’s exactly why I’m blogging again. Not because I have it all together, but because I don’t.
I had time to think about my audience and asked myself what better idea it could be to write for other women who are navigating adulthood and life uncertainties just like me.
Here I am now, 4 years later, trying blogging again. I think I’ve finally come to realise that I really want to write. I wanted to get over my fear of being heard and give people around my age a space to also feel seen.
I’m not the person who would say that I’m “passionate” about writing. Honestly, I think I’m not a very good writer, but maybe that’s a good thing…not knowing everything and learning along the way. What could be better than that? Writing is one of those things I can figure out as I go, and it takes practice to get better at it.
How can I make sure I don’t give up on blogging like I did before?
I’m using this blog to hold myself accountable. I know motivation can come and go, and I’ve started and stopped projects before because I didn’t feel like it. This time, I’m trying something different. I’ll focus on one or two social media platforms, like Pinterest, and make a plan. I’ll set a specific time each day to write, and I’ll just write whatever comes to mind. That way, I’ll make progress even when I don’t feel like it.
My goal? To make The Rosewood Notes a place where you feel seen, inspired, and encouraged to grow at your own pace.
Start exploring: Dear 20s: Why It’s Normal Not to Have Life All Together Yet.
What am I going to be writing about?
I had some time to think long and well about the kind of content I wanted to share with you. So, this blog will be about advice on things I’ve tried and that worked (like my realistic weight loss journey), but also things that didn’t work at all, little ideas to make life a tad bit better, about experimenting with daily routines, and reflecting on lessons I’ve learned from failed experiments as a woman in my 20s.
I am no guru or expert in anything. Matter of fact, I’m a master of nothing, and maybe that’s even a good thing. This way, we can actually live life together, as I hope you tag along longer.
Whether you’re in college, starting your first job, or just figuring life out, The Rosewood Notes is here to help you slow down, reflect, and find encouragement while telling you that you’re not alone.
So that’s it. I hope you enjoyed reading this little introduction and that it convinced you to stop by more often. I have so much more to share.
If you managed to find this side of the internet, say hi in the comments. I would love to hear from you.
’til next time
Xoxo
Neïla