Robert Birming

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This tiny corner of the internet is where I share my daily musings and work on improving my English writing skills.

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2025-09-07 • blogging loneliness community validation silence

The post discusses the concept of loneliness in blogging, emphasizing that feelings of loneliness are subjective and not necessarily tied to the presence or absence of audience engagement. The author reflects on the importance of ...

2025-09-21 • writing creativity growth mindset publishing

In this blog post, Robert Birming discusses the challenges of editing and the pressure to create 'perfect' blog posts. He reflects on his own writing process, emphasizing the importance of publishing content rather than endlessly ...

2025-09-24 • spirituality niche personal development nisargadatta maharaj

The author recounts an experience as a house inspector where he recognized a picture of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, an Indian spiritual teacher, surprising the homeowner who had lived there for 30 years. The author humorously reflec...

2025-08-31 • productivity writing self-help

The author reflects on the writing process, advocating for a flexible approach rather than a strict routine. They emphasize the importance of finding personal methods that work for each individual, cautioning against getting trapp...

2025-09-25 • blogging microblogging style transfer and styling book management

The author discusses the new book tracking feature on Micro.blog, highlighting the addition of book cover previews in posts. They express enthusiasm for this update and share their own styling for the Books category on their blog,...

2025-09-23 • experience growth home inspection

The author reflects on their growth from a novice to an experienced professional in home inspections over a five-year period. They emphasize the importance of experience in mastering tasks, noting that while technical knowledge ma...

2025-10-07 • blogging writing technology creativity personal

The author discusses their struggles with indecision in blogging, feeling torn between two distinct blogging styles: one focused on casual, smaller posts and the other on more serious writing. They share their journey of reviving ...

2025-10-03 • blogging mental health ambition self improvement

The author reflects on the pressures of blogging and the impact of personal ambitions on creativity. They share insights from comments received on a previous post, particularly focusing on the idea of letting go of ambitions to en...

2025-09-28 • blogging content creation microblogging personal

The author expresses feelings of inadequacy as a blogger after moving from Bear to Micro.blog, citing challenges in managing content and the struggle to find a balance between different types of posts. They contemplate various app...

2025-09-19 • life identity change self discovery

The author reflects on the fluidity of identity and the changing nature of personal interests, such as reading and watching movies. They express a desire to label themselves but recognize the limitations and false sense of stabili...

2025-09-16 • blogging writing community connection

The author reflects on the shared ambivalence many bloggers feel about posting various types of content. Through comments and silent readers, it becomes clear that this feeling is common. The post emphasizes the importance of blog...

2025-09-15 • blogging writing personal development

The author reflects on their decision to not publish a blog post about incorporating photos and status updates into their blog. They realize that their reluctance stems from a fear of inadequacy and the pressure of managing reader...

2025-09-11 • mental health authenticity software vulnerability home

The author, a house inspector, shares insights from inspecting around 1000 homes annually, revealing that most homes are average in their messiness. He discusses the societal pressure to present a polished version of ourselves, bo...

2025-09-08 • reflection career personal development journey

The author reflects on the life journey and career changes of a young bartender who is transitioning to teaching. This prompts a personal introspection about the author's own varied work experiences and the importance of recognizi...

2025-09-06 • personal experience mental health group dynamics social anxiety

The author reflects on their experience of feeling overwhelmed in social group settings, using the phrase 'Not good in group' from a song by Swedish artist Veronica Maggio as a mental soundtrack. They describe the exhaustion that ...

2025-09-04 • productivity blogging

The author reflects on the Swedish saying 'många bollar i luften,' which means juggling multiple projects. They express a personal preference for focusing on one task at a time, sharing their experience of attempting to launch sep...

2025-09-03 • blogging community friendship motivation

The author reflects on the motivations for writing for an audience, emphasizing the sense of community and connections formed through blogging. They describe the friendships developed over time, which have sometimes led to busines...

2025-09-01 • emotional intelligence anxiety

The author recounts a personal experience of losing their car key, which initially caused panic. Upon finding the key in their raincoat, they reflect on the disproportionate emotional response to the situation, suggesting that oft...

2025-09-13 • technology support aging parent perspective

The author reflects on their mother's 77th birthday and the support she has provided throughout their life. A phone call reveals her frustration with a technical issue on her iPad, which the author reassures her about by framing t...

2025-09-03 • blogging photography microblogging real-time updates

The author discusses their experience of managing multiple blogs on Micro.blog, including a main blog, a photo blog, and a blog for shorter status updates. They express initial confusion about where to post content but ultimately ...

2025-10-04 • cinnamon roll sweden fika café culture kanelbullens dag

The post celebrates 'fika,' a Swedish coffee break that emphasizes relaxation and social interaction, often accompanied by a cinnamon bun. It highlights the cultural significance of cinnamon buns in Sweden, particularly on 'Kanelb...

2025-09-22 • life and career lessons mindfulness self improvement

The author reflects on the importance of experiencing life fully rather than taking shortcuts. After a week of desk work, he chooses to visit a new island in the Swedish archipelago, emphasizing the value of in-person experiences....

2025-09-20 • mental health aging curiosity rover self improvement

The text discusses the concept of aging, emphasizing that while physical aging is inevitable, maintaining a youthful mindset is crucial. It suggests that staying curious and open to new experiences—such as exploring new music, boo...

2025-09-17 • customer complaints personal development workplace conditions constructive feedback

The author discusses a friend's dissatisfaction with his job and the tendency to complain without offering constructive solutions. The text emphasizes the importance of transforming complaints into actionable suggestions for impro...