Followers

Hey, if you're reading this, you should become follow this blog. Actually, you know what? Followers aren't important to me. That's not what's important to me, it's not why I write this blog. The two statements I just typed are both true. While I do like recognition and looking at the 'followers' count and seeing a high number, it's not all I write for. But still, I'm not going to lie, it's important to me. Is it human nature to relish in glory and recognition? Do people do things for the sheer sake of fame and wealth? If true, does that make me writing this blog any different? I feel like it's a mixed answer. I write this blog because it's one of my most potent stress relievers. I can pound out my feelings on the keys and at the same time, practice writing for the future. A win win combination. But I'm guilty of wanting recognition, of wanting the knowledge that people read and care about what I write. And I'm wondering if this is human nature, and if it's a bad thing? That's not to say that if I was informed that no one ever read my blog and ever would that I would stop writing completely. I have to admit I'd probably write a little less, but it's still my hobby and my outlet and that knowledge wouldn't stop me cold. The quest for attention drives our society. Business men work hard to get rich and get money to spend things on to get attention from others. Pro athletes train hard to become the best at their game to attract the most attention from the fans. Comedians, Actors, Talkshow hosts become the best in their field to get the most attention. In a world driven by attention, is it a sin? If it's the motivation behind our actions, then why do we commonly look down upon those who seek attention? Why do we put down the Terrel Owenses, the Paris Hiltons, the Manny Ramirez's of the world? We're guilty of the same crime, aren't we? I'm gonna let you digest that for a while, I'm proud of how much I've written today.

And if you're reading, do hit that follow button. Because you are indeed important to me. A comment wouldn't hurt either :P