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We live in a world of short attention spans. TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts dominate the scene.
Everyone’s scrolling fast. We’re talking lightning speed.
So, does blogging even stand a chance?
Absolutely. Blogging still matters—big time. Here’s why.
Blogs Let You Dive Deeper
Quick videos are fun, sure. But they don’t always leave room for details.
Sometimes, you want more than 30 seconds. You want answers, insight, or a good story.
Blogs give you that space. They let you expand on ideas, offer tips, and actually teach something.
You can’t really break down a step-by-step guide in 12 seconds. But you can in a blog post.
That’s the magic of writing—it slows things down in the best way.
Blogging Helps People Find You
Want to show up on Google? Blogs are your best friend.
TikToks don’t pop up in search results the way written content does.
When someone types a question into Google, what shows up? Blog posts, how-tos, and articles.
That means if you’ve got a blog, your stuff can get discovered again and again.
No algorithm needed. No dancing required.
Blogs Build Trust
Posting a photo or video is great. But blogging lets you share more of your voice.
You can be real. Be helpful. Be YOU.
That kind of connection builds trust. It makes people feel like they know you.
And when people trust you, they come back. Whether you’re selling something or just sharing stories, that trust matters.
You Own Your Blog
Social platforms come and go. Remember Vine? MySpace?
When you build your audience on someone else’s app, you’re renting space.
But your blog? That’s yours.
You control the content. You own the domain. You make the rules.
If Instagram shuts down tomorrow, your blog will still be standing.
Blogging Supports Social Media
Here’s a fun fact: blogging and social media actually help each other.
A blog gives you great stuff to share on your social channels.
Instead of scrambling for a new caption or video idea, you can just pull from your latest post.
It keeps your content flowing and makes you look like you’ve totally got your act together.
It’s Great for Any Personality Type
Not everyone loves being on camera. Some folks freeze up or feel awkward.
Blogging is a perfect alternative.
You can write in pajamas. No makeup, no lights, no mic.
It’s chill, flexible, and pressure-free.
If you do like video, even better—you can turn your blog into a script or add videos to your posts.
Long-Term Wins
A blog post can work for you forever.
It can bring in readers, clients, or customers for months—or even years.
One good post can keep popping up in searches long after you hit publish.
TikToks, on the other hand, tend to disappear after a few days.
So, Is Blogging Dead?
Not even close.
It’s just evolved. It works best when it’s part of a bigger content strategy.
Use it alongside social media, email newsletters, or YouTube. Let it be your content home base.
When you blog with intention, your content has staying power.
Final Thoughts
Blogging may not be flashy. But it’s effective, personal, and powerful.
It gives you space to share, connect, and grow.
So yes, even in a TikTok world—blogging still matters.
And it probably always will.
Lisa Crow contributed to this article. She is a true crime junkie and lifestyle blogger based in Waco, Texas. Lisa is the Head of Content at Gigi’s Ramblings and Southern Bred True Crime Junkie. She spends her free time traveling when she can and making memories with her large family which consists of six children and fifteen grandchildren.