@Tim J: Yeah, how many times have I stepped away from a conversation and thought “Damn it, I didn’t mean that, what I really meant to say was this…”

@The Monologue Blogger: Why thank you.

@Helena Denley: All too often people write about what they think they should write about, and figuring that out is one of the most important evolutions I think a writer can make.

@Lisa Gates: Grace is probably my favourite word – just beautiful.

@Ketan: Great question. I think the difference is a subtle, but important one. It’s one thing to know and understand your voice, it’s another to apply it. It’s when your voice is able to get out there in the world that the magic happens – and that’s why I’m a confidence coach ;D

@Melody Campbell: Exactly – people recognise that authenticity. I call it magic – being able to create a moment of truth by something you do or say.

@Christie: Thanks for the thoughts, and glad that lightness is there for you.

@John Samuel: Great – it doesn’t have to be all worthy and preachy and schmaltzy – sharing what you enjoy is what it’s about.

@Sue: I wonder how many other disillusioned bloggers there are out there? Some of the SEO stuff is fine, but without the starting point of being excited and engaged you’ve got nothing.

@GoEverywhere: How do you find those voices coming together, or don’t you? You’re right I think, there’s a certain amount of understanding your audience that needs to happen, but that shouldn’t come before saying what you want to say.

@David: Keep writing and I have no doubt you’ll find something.

@Andrea: Sounds like you’re on fire!

@Mel: Thanks for your input and exactly right. I just wonder how those different voices co-exist on one blog…:P

@JM Dupont: You know, I had no idea that quote existed – thank you! Any idea who said it?

@David Bowman: Yep, it just makes sense sometimes doesn’t it?

@Patsy: Your voice just has to matter to you – that’s the place to start. Thank you.

@Cath Lawson: You’re one of my favourite bloggers, so pleased to hear you agree

@Pattycam: Wow – I have wall-space. Thanks!

But after a while, I actually began to change myself. For a start, I realized that you couldn’t be successful in business, if you didn’t allow yourself to have a life. So I started writing about business and life.

Now, I didn’t know that Jamie had started a new blog. I guess I’d better check it out.

Ah.. I love your article !