Are Bloggers Obsessed with Blogging?

Posted on February 22, 2005

The Mercury News has an article (no longer available) about how some bloggers are blogging so much that it might be causing them harm. There have been articles written about a similar problem known as "Internet addiction" and online gamers have been known to get so addicted to their gaming worlds that they end up facing divorce.

The Mercury News writes, "What starts out as a hobby for some can end up permeating their lives and minds. Some of the diarists post repeatedly throughout the day, juggle several blogs and feel anxious if they don't write."

Most dedicated bloggers say the endeavor has enriched their lives, but some worry about finding balance and keeping their obsession in check. For blogger Markos Moulitsas, who runs the political Daily Kos blog, his obsession has turned into a career. Moulitsas told the Mercury News "I'm making more money than I've ever made." Moulitsas, or Kos, brought in revenues of over $100,000 last year from sponsorships. Another blogger, Jason Kottke is blogging full-time and is trying to get donations from his readers instead of accepting advertising. Kottke is a coder and designer -- he created the Silkscreen type family.

But, even paid bloggers need a reality check now and then. That's why it is a good thing when you occasionally see a blog entry with cat or dog photos -- something that shows there is still a world on the other side of the blogosphere that needs your attention as well.

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