Hubpages Addiction Are You Hooked Too? The Definition Of An Addiction. Hub No. 50
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Hubpages Addiction
I have almost stopped smoking.
I didn't plan to. It just happened.
If you want to quit one bad habit, replace it with another good habit, as the the old adage says. And It works.
I cannot pull myself off the computer long enough for a puff. And that is a good thing. This is the classic definition of an addiction
Hubpages gives one the euphoria of some major narcotics without the guilt or the potential jail time.
It is better than online games as you end up with something tangible, your hub.
I've got it bad. Eureka moments come thick and fast but not followed by, down in the dump moments.
One minute you think you have it all sussed out, and then realise you really don't. Which just makes me work harder to understand, each particular element of the puzzle.
All the time, words of encouragement stream in, if you are lucky enough to meet the kind of hubbers I have and you keep plugging away.
This Addiction Makes Me Money Too?
Then one day, you see that you have earned $0.4 c.
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Definition Of An Addiction
Okay not exactly high finance but you still jump around and tell everyone who you can tie down, that you have earned $0.4 c.
For a months solid writing work, for 12 hours a day. And they look at you as if you are a raving lunatic? And they are right to think that. But they are wrong as usual!
The hours of research, the editing, re-editing, proofreading and you still miss a typo.
These obsessive behaviors and thinking you are 'right' are also classic signals in the definition of an addiction
To the non hubber these behaviors may seem extreme, but it is what many of us do. Why? because we love it.
We are learning the craft of writing, in the company of a supportive and encouraging group of friends. That is the real power of hubpages.
They don't know what you and I know, $0.4 c is just an indicator, a start, this thing works you just have to figure it out.
Months later it all becomes clear. The community is everything and they are what really matters. 'It's a business Jim but now as we know it.' To paraphrase Star Treks Dr. McCoy.
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Eureka! I Think I've Got It?
When you have those breakthrough moments, and for me they came thick and fast.
You begin to realise, that there are many elements, that have to work together, in order for your work to really stand out on the world wide web.
As an ICT teacher, I learned a lot too.
No amount of tweaking and fiddling around is going to replace those supportive and kind words that the hubbers give.
We all share a common goal. We want to write and we want to be read. Each hubber has their own particular taste's.
From brilliant poet's like Epigramman (Cambridge time overlooking the fens 13.34 pm) to Lobobrandon who just like me, writes on a diverse range of topics.
Including the kitchen sink!, and what extractor fan you need for your kitchen.
Each writing project is equally creative but aims to address different needs and emotions in the reader.
Apart from the sheer joy of reading and writing our hubs, many of us like recognition of our writing efforts.
The easiest way to gauge whether you are writing things that other people are enjoying is to look at your statistics.
HubPages Statistics
- Published Hubs: 1,228,008
- Forum Posts: 1,921,295
- Total Users: 2,036,479
- Published Users: 233,919
- Hubs with 10,000+ Hub views in the last month: 637
- Hubs with 1,000+ Hub views in the last month: 8,035
- Hubs with 100+ Hub views in the last month: 58,085
- Hubs with 10+ Hub views in the last month: 278,348
Source Hubpages.com
I am currently on the third tier of this table of statistics with 4000+ page views per month and this is after just 3 months of writing on hubpages.
This just adds fuel to the other addictive elements of hubpages. The point about this hubpages addiction is, that in psychological terms it is very good for you. It does conform to the definition of an addiction but without the negative connotations or consequences.
How often have you heard that if you want to quit one bad habit, get another good habit.
This hubpages addiction has many positive impacts on our health, writing reduces stress for one.
The nature of the ever evolving process of writing gives us positive feedback.
This is sometimes known as a virtuous circle. Think, write, think some more, write some more, the process itself is therapeutic.
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Hub No 50 What My Addiction Means To Me
At the time of publishing this 50th hub I have reached several milestones,
On the 14th March 2012 I have 502 followers and have had 20,000+ views of my hubs.
I have received accolades for 300 followers and 10,000 views. A hubnugget nomination and answered 50 questions in the forums.
I have achieved what I had set out to achieve i.e. to prove that it was possible to make money online, from scratch, with no prior knowledge of writing 'articles' for a particular audience.
I am now just addicted to the whole process. It's fun and rewarding in so many ways.
My hubs are on such disparate topics because I do not want to limit myself or find a 'niche'.
I just enjoy writing about what I like or what is on my mind.
I didn't go looking for a niche but just write whatever I felt like writing. All of my hubs in that respect are essays or trails or experiments.
I do have a lot of experience on the internet, and on how search engines work, and on the software that runs the whole system.
These skills came in useful, but were not much help when you want to write about Snoring.
The hubpages community is truly amazing.
One day back in October 2011 I was lucky enough to follow a random link on bookface which led me here.
I had been thinking about writing for many years when I fell into hubpages; with it's ready made and nicely designed user interface.
It was easy to use and allowed quick publication. I was hooked from the start.
Today I am happy to say, that my hubpages addiction has allowed me to meet (virtually) some truly amazing people, from all over the World.
Global Friends
In the link box below are just 15 of my fellow hubbers, who I am sharing this journey with.
They are from every corner of the world and reading their hubs is like being a virtual tourist.
Many describe where they live and the local places of interest and their writing transports us there.
Anyone that has traveled the world, and knows anything about tourism, will know that to have a local person, telling you about their part of the country, beats any generic tour guide hands down.
Local knowledge from local people.
My hub friends listed below are in no particular order, they are all great in different ways and I had to stop somewhere.
If you are not on the list forgive me, I could have gone on and on but we must think of the reader?
In this tiny selection of my hub friends you will find, truly inspirational and brilliant teacher's, computer specialist's, poet's, novelist's, creative's and a singing nurse.
The singing nurse has written a great hub on the health benefit's of writing, amongst her other great hubs. Writing for therapy also has elements that fit in with this definition of an addiction.
They all have something in common. They are all at the top of their game, and are passionate about what they do, and write about.
So what are my feelings about being a hubpages addict? I am in very good company and I hope to never find a cure.
A Few Of The Hubpages 'A' Team
- phdast7 on HubPages
First-generation American of Polish extraction, Professor of European History at a small Liberal Arts College where I am the coordinator of the... - missolive on HubPages
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I love being of service to others. I believe this is why I was born. I am a long time vocal coach and piano instructor with a background in... - Brett.Tesol on HubPages
I have enjoyed the last 9 years travelling. I've been teaching TESOL/TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and freelance writing/editing to... - lord de cross on HubPages
"There are many reasons why novelists write – but they all have one thing in common: a need to create an alternative world. "John... - AudreyHowitt on HubPages
Writer, poet, singer, voice-teacher, attorney and psychotherapist-whew! Ok, so maybe it is time I said a bit more about me. I sing classical... - Cardisa on HubPages
About Cardisa Welcome to my Domain. My name is Cardisa and I write on many topics and genres. I am diverse in that no subject is taboo for me.... - capricornrising on HubPages
I am Cat. This is what my husband and almost all our friends call me. You can call me that too. It's a nickname with a story. I'm Leo Sun/Capricorn... - EuroCafeAuLait on HubPages
Hi! I'm an American, married with two kids, and living in my cultural home base of Dalmatia, in Croatia. I love it here. Now I speak two... - htodd on HubPages
Ms. Todd is an award-winning, full-time professional editor, published writer and marketing consultant whose passion is to help others create a... - alocsin on HubPages
Playwright, director, actor, writer based in Orange County, California. I also enjoy model railroading (especially trolleys), travel, foreign... - Millionaire Tips on HubPages
I have worked at a bank for many years, in investment management. My financial goals let me buy a house, get an MBA, and travel around the world, ... - thesingernurse on HubPages
Born in the fourth of July, Tina is the eldest among three children of parents who are both educators and music lovers. Growing up in a rather... - CloudExplorer on HubPages
Interest's: He loves all things web related & shares this info he gains with others. Technical / Pro Experience: US Navy, Naval Aviation... - writeronline on HubPages
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I hope you enjoyed this small tribute to some of my friends and experiences on hubpages. If you did then vote it up, and press those Google, and Facebook like buttons. Share the hubs you enjoy with your family and friends.
You can read my blog on, how to really make money online at molometer on Google+
These buttons being pressed and sharing of hubs is an important element in the way we get real organic growth on the internet.
Those little buttons are not just for fun, they are counted by the search engines.
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Thanks for dropping by and come again soon. Do you think your behavior fit's in with this definition of an addiction? Then Enjoy It!
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I'm an addiction counselor -- but I'm addicted to Hub also!!!!
Hi Alastar,
lol you really made me chuckle and have put a wide smile on my face.
I have never been called a tenderfoot before! I like it lol
You will always have my respect and gratitude, for your unwavering support, since I joined hubpages.
It can get a little hectic sometimes, when I look back on earlier hubs and see so many errors!
At least this tells me I must be improving and becoming more critical of the layouts and typo's.
Proofreading 101. Always read the thing from the bottom up and backwards, for the typos at least! lol
Thanks for a great comment as always.
Hello justateacher,
97% or 99%, it is an amazing number by amazing people.
Thanks for dropping it.
The enthusiasm of a tenderfoot. Such a nice thing to see. Those typos are heck but you'll get better at it as you go along. Okay molometer, AP will face the truth. At 4,000+ page views a month your the vet and I'm the tenderfoot at a somewhat lower number; and any remaining respect from you will be highly appreciated. Awesome addicting and funny Hub my friend!
molometer, it is probably more like 99% of the people!
I had to laugh, 97% of the people that read this hub are addicted to hubpages. Enjoy this updated version.
Thank you Curiad,
I am glad you liked this little insight into the hubpages addiction.
Welcome to the club.lol
Thanks kelleyward,
Good luck with checking once a day lol.
Hello cclitgirl,
It certainly beats watching the tube! I find my addiction very rewarding. We get to talk to so many great people.
Your hub on hub addiction is well expressed and right on.
Good luck quitting smoking. Smoking cigarettes is both an addiction and a compulsion. The basic guideline for quitting is, if you try to quit and fail, quit again.
Awesome hub,congrats on your 50th, even though it looks like you're on your 63rd now. I used to be addicted to Facebook. What a waste of time! Now I can be addicted to something that makes money on the side. Yay for Hub addictions!
Thanks for this awesome hub molometer, I to am "addicted" and it took me 10 months. But now as you I am beginning to really enjoy this and see the true possibilities.
Bravo my friend!
This is sooooo true!!! I'm a hub addict from day one. I'm trying to only check my stats once a day trying.... Great hub congrats on 50!!!
I have noticed I am WAY addicted to HubPages. When I'm not at work, I'm writing or commenting on HP. Wow.
In any case, great hub, voted up and SHARED. ;)
Hello WD Curry 111,
I agree with you that the term is used in the wrong context in some cases, although I think some people truly believe, that we can become 'addicted' to the 'feelings' we get from say sex and gambling. i.e. Endorphin and or an adrenalin rush.
I read some research many years ago about heroin addicts in New York.
300 were arrested in possession of the 'drugs' and had been getting 'high' on this stuff.
When it was analyzed it was found to contain no narcotics at all?
Conclusion it was their own brains giving the the 'rush'.
I think the point is well made that behind many 'addictions' we are really dealing with a compulsion.
By that criteria I would have to conclude that hubpages has all the elements of an addiction. With none of the negative side effects. Writing is in fact very good for stress relief amongst other things.
Thanks for a very thought provoking and interesting comment. I hope you pushed the buttons on this hub lol.
PS I have noticed my hubscore and am totally baffled by it's movement into the 90's?
Hello starstream,
Happy to have you along for the journey. I totally agree with your assessment too.
We have become loose with our use of the term "addiction" these days. Technically, an addiction requires dependence on a substance that causes physiological withdrawal symptoms, like heroin, nicotine or alcohol. We have morphed it into anything that stimulates pleasure centers in the brain or causes the body’s release of internally produced chemicals like serotonin or endorphins.
You can not be addicted to Sex, gambling, or HubPages. I read of a clinical, psychological study conducted on rats. Each rat's cage was equipped with a button that dispensed a little food when pushed. The rats quickly learned how to acquire a meal. It became routine. The scientists then set the buttons in half of the rats cages to dispense food intermittently, and at random. The rats with normal buttons only pushed them when they were hungry. Soon, the rats with modified buttons began to punch their buttons continually. Finally, some even reached a point where they were so obsessed with pushing the button that they would ignore the food when it was dispensed. The unrewarded anticipation became a stronger motivator than the reward itself. The scientists used this as an example of how compulsive behavior works.
Are you keeping an eye on your HubScore? It is not an an addiction . . . it is compulsive behavior!
I am addicted to writing here too and offer thanks to all of you who helped me get started and wrote comments which were very inspirational!
Thanks pkaram,
I think it has all the elements of and addiction too. But in a good way.
Congrats on the hubbing! It is a lovely way to share your thoughts with the world :)
Keep it up!!!
Hi bmukherjii,
Thank you for kind words and welcome to addicts central.There are many fine hubbers in this comments section too. All well worth a read.
I have also become a hubpage addict in last 7 days. I reduces lots of stress and offers a good earning opportunity. I really like stumbling others hubs for insightful posts and your hub is truly remarkable.
Thank you tsmog,
Glad you found your way here. I have just posted hub No60 so only 40 to go lol
@leann2800 well done.
Hello Marisa,
Join the club lol glad you popped in and I am very happy that we share so many social groups together. There is so much to do and so little time.
Thanks for the SHARE
Addicted and proud!
Congratulations! What a plethora of information you and your adventure has made available to us. Thank you. I shall contemplate this hub focusing on the smoke cessation part. I will make it more aware in my mind. I look forward to 50 more Molometer.
Hi molometer!
My name is Marisa and I am a HubPages addict! LOL You have done an amazing job and I don't get to all of your hubs nearly as often as I'd like. I know this is your 50th hub and at the time of this comment you are already on your 60th. Wonderful! I want to sincerely thank you for including me on your list - honored indeed! I'm glad to share the HubPages platform/network with you as well as all of the other social networks we mutually share. Keep em' coming molo!
I'm thrilled to share, share, SHARE!
Thanks Justin
molo... you're welcome. I do edit my hubs and all my writing a lot. as we get better at writing, we want to improve what we've already published. it's a sign of growth as a writer :-)
Hi vasantha T k,
Thanks for the congrats and I must say it has flown past.
Hello Sunshine625,
Better late than never. I'll email you some cake lol
Hi JS, I guess I had better write some more hubs lol thanks for SHARING.
Hi Brett,
Thanks for the re-read and for SHARING much appreciated.
That must have really been something to hear that crash and then find it jammed into your own building! bizarre world eh!
Congrats on your 50th hub, for quitting smoking, 400+ followers, and 11,000 views. I am also addicted to hub pages.Wishing you success and happy journey on hub pages.
Well I'm a bit late for the party, but congrats on your 50th hub!:)
Hey, no fair! I already commented on this Hub! Oh well, I guess I'll have to comment again and get it back in the SHARE...
JSMatthew~
I know that I have read this before, but I just wanted to SHARE it.
In response to your comment, after the initial shock, I was surprised at how calm I was ... I honestly thought I'd freak! lol
Hello Justin,
If I had to pick the just one thing that a 'hubpages addiction' offers, it would be the ability to begin to learn a new skill, or more accurately polish up and existing one.
Writing is such a subjective art and it is good to get feedback.
I find that when I look back on my earlier hubs again. I sometimes see areas that can be improved, this indicates to me that I may have improved some.
I know that you often update your hubs and I can see the sense of it.
Thanks for dropping in Justin and for leaving a great comment.
nice hub, molometer. I think u've covered all your basis here... relationships, both professional and cordial, a chance at some scratch, a way to be a better writer with instant feedback, publication and gratification and a chance at exposure. all good reasons :-)
Hello Global-Chica,
I have run out of superlatives lol so I suppose we are all hooked. Thanks for the congrats on the 50. I am onto the next 500 ha ha
Sharyn's Slant,
lol Hi Sharon, you have got it too!
I'm hooked as well. Love this hub and also wanna congratulate you on your 50th hub! (although you already have 53 :)
My name is Sharon and I am an addict. This is one meeting I always want to attend. Thanks molometer for a great hub!
Thank you all for your comments and welcome to the club.
Yeah this is not a negative addiction but a positive one ;)
molometer, congrats on the completion of your 50th hub.
First of all, congratulations on reaching your aims! I think, addiction is not always a bad habit. It can give a chance to develop. My No. 1 addiction is dance, but I'm also trying to be active on Hubpages too. :-) Voted up!
Hi Ardie,
Yep seem's like all the addicts are here, at least the ones who are out of the closet lol
I came back to check on comments and I had to laugh like a maniac at your poll's pie chart. Its all red because all 22 people who voted are addicted to HP :) Gotta love it here!
Hi Kris Heeter,
This place is beginning to really look like hubaholics central. All of the usual suspects are here lol including you now kris.
Hello Jonta,
welcome to the club or should I say addicts hangout lol glad you enjoyed the hub and it's is a milestone in terms of my earnings on hubpages too.
Congrats on your 50th...(from a fellow addict!)
Im pretty new here, but like you guys are saying it is addictive. Congrats on giving up smoking, i had no choice as i became allergic and my eyes where swelling and became totally red.
Thanks Brett,
Haven't quite given up puffin' but close.
You are right it is the interaction. I can't think of a place quite like this. It is very addictive.
I am determined to crack on with the webanswers site, I am on from tomorrow.
Congratulations on reaching 50 and for giving up smoking!
Was an interesting read and what you say about the community here is soooooo true! Actually, I think that the community is the main reason why Hubpages is so addictive, if there wasn't so much interaction, it wouldn't be nearly as fun.
Cheers for the mention too! Much appreciated :-)
Hello Anil and welcome to hubpages. Always nice to welcome a fellow teacher to the online community.
I am very happy that you have learned useful information.
I have several hubs that you will find useful in getting yourself set up quickly. Good luck and keep in touch.
Sir, I am new in Hub page, so i don't know how i earn anything from Hub page. your Article is very useful thanks.
Hello MM,
Good to see you here at the clinic with the rest of us lol. This is a great addiction and I will be writing on hubpages with matchsticks keeping my eyes open if needs be lol. Whoa! that is a bit extreme maybe....Not! lol
Hi Everyone,
Thanks for the congratulations it is much appreciated.
We are all in this addiction together and it is so good to know that it is actually good for us.
Keep up the good work and wishing you all success for 2012 and beyond.
Hello Ardie,
It's great when we see something flying through the feed that has been shared, it let's us know that out friends have liked it enough to share it. So glad you enjoyed it. I am having a blast here on hubpages and am totally addicted like just about everyone in the brilliant comments above. I am not looking for a cure either. I just wish there were 28 hours in a day, so I could do more lol. Who knew writing could be such fun?
Congratulations on 50 hubs and a fantastic hub to celebrate.
Like everyone else here I am addicted too, I'm not looking for a cure, because this addiction is good for the health!!
HI Cindy,
Diana Ross I believe sang that song, very nice too and your right lol.
What are we going to do,rehab ha ha ? 'I said No,No,No' lol
Congratulations on your 50th hub! I enjoyed reading this hub very much.
Congratulations on your 50 Hubs. You have quite a following, too. I see why. Great Hub. Have a fantastic, creative New Year!
Congrats on your 50th Hub. Like you and many others, i am addicted to Hubpages. Wish u more success in your upcoming work. Way To Go!
Congratulations on writing your 50th hub, Mike. I'm glad to hear you have almost beat smoking.
I saw this shared and I HAD to read it. Congrats on 50 hubs and all the other milestones your reached in your time on HP! You're moving right along :) Your writing style is right up my alley so I am headed to follow you! Happy writing.
I just thought of a song, I don't know the name of it or many of the lyrics but it says, "I don't want to get over, the sweetest hangover." That about sums it up, don't you think?
Oh, and congrats on number 50!
mymindseye,
Congratulations on your 50th hub too, what a day this is turning out to be.
Hubbers getting 3000 hits in 4 hours, me getting so many comments I couldn't keep up and had to do a blanket thank you to everyone and still the comments keep coming, what a day.
Thanks for the share too; much appreciated.
Hi Cindy,
I stand with you, accused of hubpage addiction lol they think I am off my chop.
But everyday I can see where this is going and I want to do the same as you and go 'there look at that' a fat cheque for a zillion dollars lol
Who knows It has happened before.
Congrats on your 50th, I just hit mine also and am working on my 51st and 52nd. Voted up and shared my friend
Hello Minnetonka Twin (Linda)
Don't you feel better now you are out of the closet lol
Us HubAholic's have got to stick together and support each other...hey! wait a minute, we already do ha ha.
Welcome to the Addicts hangout
Thanks alocsin,
I read your hub about 3000 hits in 8 hours and shot straight over to Reddit lol
That site is a bit of a mystery to me so I look forward to your hub in it.
What a great hub, molometer! I have known for sometime now that I am addicted. My husband has even thought that hubpages is a cult - that is how addicted I am. But I love it and I am not looking for a cure. I am looking forward to that first check so I can show him something is coming from all these hours a day - I too have been known to spend 12 or more hours a day on this site. And sometimes 8 days a week - I have loved every minute though.
Hi molometer. I must confess: My name is Linda Rogers and I'm a Hubpages addict. I have all the tell tale symptoms: Cravings, hard to stop once I start, I get a real high after publishing a hub or reading a hub, I think about hubbing and hubber friends throughout the day, I get the shakes when I have to take long breaks from writing. I could go on and on describing my addiction but I think you get the point.
Here's to more hubs and more hits, molometer. Congrats.
Hello Jennifer Essary,
So glad the shoe is on the other foot now lol I bet he wonders what you are up to writing on hubpages, my word it is addictive. It's a miracle if I can take a break to sleep lol.
Welcome to the hubpages addicts corner lol.
I absolutely loved reading this Hub. I'm relatively new but I've found the friends you mention. I used to give my husband a hard time for being addicted to electronics and now he regularly teases me for being unable to put the laptop down. Voted up and Shared.
Hello RNMSN,
Me too!
I hope I am never cured for this is one habit I really love!!
Hello cclitgirl,
Well that's probably the truth lol. Next time some one chirp's me about hubbing. I am going to quietly stand up, take a deep breath and say
'my hubname is molometer, and I am a HubAholic'
I have to give credit to JSMatthews for that gem.
It should get a laugh lol
Thanks JS,
Your more than welcome. I took your advice again, the other day about rationalizing.
I had been following hubbers that hadn't written in 3 years. Still there was some good stuff there so I didn't throw the baby out with the bath water.
See, told you I listen to your advice.
My momma never raised no fools lol
YES! I'm addicted, too. I joined just over a month ago and I get told, "you never get off that computer!" My excuse? I'm "hubbing" and researching. :D
Thanks Michael. I do appreciate your kind words! I'll never stop! I have enjoyed this conversation very much. What a great Hub!
JSMatthew~
@molometer: I too have a big smile on my face! It is so awesome to hear that I am helpful to other Hubbers. I have learned through trial and error and I try to share those experiences with others so that they don't make the same mistakes. I do wonder if there will ever be a "HubAholics Anonymous"! I'd probably miss the meetings because there is just not enough time to keep up with comments! Seriously, I really appreciate what you said. This is what the HubPages community is all about and I am happy that we are friends.
@ytsenoh: I am the same. I have no care to know who went shopping or had a bad case of diarrhea! This is all about creative content and sharing ideas with each other. I use Facebook to promote Hubs but since most of my friends on FB are family, I don't get much traffic from that. I'm with you: Kudos to the Hubbers!
JSMatthew~
I think JS would agree with you ytsenoh, They are like chalk and cheese, no comparison.
Writing on hubpages takes thought, preparation and effort as you know.
I agree with you too, I don't want to know if someone is 'watching paint dry right now' lol.
JS Matthews, it's better than facebook. I rarely check my feeds on facebook now because I focus more on reading more meaningful content instead of reading items like, "I had a migraine today, help!" or "I vacuumed today, yay!" Really? Kudos to the hubbers.
Ha ha I have got a huge smile on my face.
I am a HubAholic lol
JS you have been a tremendous help to me and countless hubbers in your role as a hubgreeter, and I know you are taking a little time out from your hubgreeter activities.
Your hubs pointed me in the right direction from the start. Thank you.
I have come so far, so fast because of HubAholic's like you. Well done and you have a great New Year too.
My name is J.S.Matthew and I'm a HubAholic...Hi J.S.Matthew! lol Congratulations on this milestone molometer! It took me over a year to do what you have accomplished in 3 months! I can agree that HubPages is addicting. It is such a positive and encouraging community. It is as if all the best people on the web get together on one site. You are one of those people!
It's true that non Hubbers just don't get it. They think this is like Facebook or something. And making money does take a while for most Hubbers. I didn't really start earning until 2011. Editing and reediting are very important. I know that I am constantly adding and changing things in old Hubs.
This is a really awesome Hub! Keep up the great work, thanks for your comments on my own Hubs, and may you have a prosperous New Year on HubPages!
JSMatthew~
Hello Hubbers, just to let you know why I haven't responded to each comment as I usually do. This hub has had 40 fantastic comments in less than 4 hours. Thank you all, and I owe you all big time. You are all in credit in my book. My back office (me) is overwhelmed.lol Thanks for making it a great hub.
The addicts are all here I see lol.
Thank you all for your very generous,positive and inspirational comments.
As always, I am indebted to you all.
Thanks again
Writing on hubpages is totally addictive I concur.
Awesome hub, Molometer. It is completely addictive in every positive sense of the word. It's more than just a writing outlet, it's a home of writers. Thumbs up to you.
This is a great hub on why we love writing at HubPages so much. I'm like you, I write on a variety of topics when the inspiration hits. I've tried looking for topics to write about, based on keyword research, but it just doesn't do it for me. When I'm inspired, I could write for days and is probably why my hubs tend to be so long.
Congrats on your 50th hub! Looking forward to reading more. Rated up and awesome!
Awesome hub, molometer! You've done well in your short time here. You are so right that I chuckled when I read about your being so excited about your 4 cents after a month of hard work! I was the same way when my first payday--6 cents!--showed up in my account. It's silly and wonderful and hopeful. HubPages is a great place to be. I'm glad you found it!
Haha, you are so right. In fact I was going to write a hub myself about the addiction Hubpages brings. If it has replaced a bad habit then that can't be bad.
I have a way to go yet before hitting 50 hubs, but am noticing my 'earnings' going up.
It's safe to say, I am hooked too ;)
molometer - congrats on hitting 50 hubs...I did that some time ago and didn't even think about it! I am also up to a little over $2.00 in earnings each month!!! Hubbing is definitely addicting, but in such a great positive way. This is the one website I MUST be on each day...sometimes I get so carried away with reading everyone else that I forget to write!
Definitely addicted. Thanks for the insight.
Hello MT glad you dropped in, I always like reading your hubs too and they are full of really useful information.
@Shampa, maybe you should encourage your husband to write a hub or two and you know he will get hooked like we are lol
Voted up and interesting!
Truly beautiful! It would be my pleasure if the method you suggested for quitting smoking could be applied upon my husband. Well, for me it has really turned out to be an addiction and like you I too don't want to be cured.
Welcome to the hubpages community. I'm glad you found Hubpages to replace your smoking.
Congratulations on your 50th hub and your success so far here. I too have jumped for joy and bragged about the pennies I've earned and have received the same look. Later when I am earning money while I sleep, they will have to continue toiling away!
Hi poshcoffee,
Thanks for dropping in and leaving your comment. I haven't heard about missolive's hub hopper's club. Do we have to wear special clothing etc lol
You doing 30/30 I actually might do that too. I have a project that would suit it.
Speak soon
Theresa you will be the first to know. It's in a special unit for EBD students.
Still being able to blush at our age is probably a good thing. :) Glad Linda is better. A meeting on the 18th for a deputy principal post? Interesting..and impressive. I will be waiting to hear how things go.
Thanks!
lol brilliant jainismus, that is so funny.
CAUTION: Addicted to Hubpages? Do not Hub while driving or vice versa
Thank you so much Theresa, you made me blush.
Sorry to drag you back into the additive arms of hubpages when you have work to do. My bad lol
I'll let you go hit the books, I really should get on with the other side of my life too as an educator.
Maybe next week lol.
I will boldly go on to 100.
PS Linda is over her Flu and is up and about, I have a meeting on the 18th, for a deputy principal post. I will probably take it.
Thanks again everyone,
I am a very lucky man indeed. I have had the privilege to work as a teacher for many years, and now I have found a community of intelligent people who are passionate about what the do.
My agent keeps asking me when I will be available and I keep saying next week lol.
My life was already great, now it has gone up a gear.
I will be starting on my new project from tomorrow. I am going to write about my travels across America many years ago.
I feel confident enough that I will do it justice. I hope you will like them. If I mess it up I can always edit.
Congratulations on 50 Hubs, and on enjoying your addiction, and on making some money, and on cutting back on smoking! As you said, what wonderful side effects to have flow seamlessly from doing something you enjoy so much. :)
We enjoy your writing, probably more important, we enjoy you: your personality, your style of writing, your clever repartee, and your generous comments. Thank you for the Mention - it was kind of you and it deepen my addiction a little. :) May you and yours live long and prosper. On to Hub number 100.
great hub, voted up. I'm addicted too.
You have earned our respect my fellow man from UK!
In a good way. The whole experience of hubpages for me has been/is amazing.
Hello everyone and thank you for all the lovely comments. There are too many to answer individually and still keep my sanity. Suffice it to say, it has been emotional.
Well done dad, here's to the next 50! I'm most looking forward to hub 500 ;-)) xxx
Nice article, congrats on 50th. I have about as many hubs, but so far I am not making much money. Hoping to soon. Definetely additicted by now, however. ;)
Congrats! My Fellow UK almost knighted by us with this mental Sword of awesomeness...Glad to have you in here Mike!... and thanks for the mention!
LORD
May God Save your health!
Congratulations of writing 50 hubs. I am almost half way there. Set a goal to have 50 published by end of January. This is truly an addictive site. I find myself reading hubs more than writing. tlpoague keeps telling me I need to write more.
Congrats on #50!! And you are so right--it can feel like an addiction! But so much fun!
Way to go Mike!
I totally agree with you! It is so addictive. Congrats on your Hub number 50. This is great news. You have great hubs. Voted up and shared it.
Congrats on Hub number 50. Definitley an addiction for me too. Distracted me away from my blog for a month. Voted up and shared
You are right, there is no cure for this addiction and if there was, we wouldn't take it anyway! You described the joy of writing at Hubpages perfectly, it is all the things you say and I found myself nodding as I read this. I enjoyed this tribute very much and I wish you all the best and continued success with your writing!
Voted up and shared!
Tina
molometer Hub Author 5 weeks ago
Hello Jenna,
Your comment
'I'm an addiction counselor -- but I'm addicted to Hub also!!!!'
Had me rolling with laughter. At least this is a good 'addiction' if there is such a thing? lol