“Whatever you can do, or dram you can, begin
it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.”
Johann
Wolfgang von Goethe
Welcome to A Secret Blogmas
2025!
Today is Day Twenty-Two and this twenty-second post is all about the beneficial impact there is if you – as a content creator – are bold with your choice of topic and/or theme of your content. You can take inspiration, motivation, and ideas from so many different sources, and these methods of creation can lead to some really unique themes and topics for a variety of content formats. So, keep reading to find out why and how recognising the importance of being bold, can impact the success and popularity of your content and/or your platform…
1. Having a
strong point of view
Bold creators don’t try to please everyone.
They express clear opinions, perspectives, and values. Their voice is
recognizable and consistent.
2. Taking
creative risks
They experiment with formats, ideas, styles,
or topics others might avoid. They’re willing to try things that might
not work, because that’s where originality lives.
3. Showing
authenticity
Boldness often comes from honesty — sharing
real experiences, thoughts, and personality instead of overly curated content.
4.
Addressing topics others tiptoe around
Whether educational, social, or personal, bold
creators tackle subject matter that matters to the audience, even if it’s
sensitive or unconventional.
5. Being
decisive
They make clear choices about brand, niche,
aesthetic, and messaging — instead of blending into what everyone else is
doing.
6. Standing
out visually or stylistically
Boldness can show up through unique editing,
storytelling, humour, branding, or presentation.
7.
Committing to consistency
Bold creators follow through. They show up
even when it’s uncomfortable or uncertain.
1. It feels
authentic
Bold creators say things others won’t. That
honesty feels refreshing and trustworthy. People gravitate toward voices that
seem unfiltered and real.
2. It
creates emotional connection
Bold content often evokes strong reactions —
inspiration, laughter, shock, motivation, recognition. Emotion helps content
stick and makes the creator memorable.
3. It
breaks the monotony
Most content online looks the same. Bold
creators stand out by being unexpected or unique. That contrast alone makes
them more interesting.
4. It
signals confidence
Audiences admire confidence. When someone
expresses their perspective boldly, it creates a sense of authority and
charisma that followers want to be around.
5. It
sparks conversation
Bold ideas or stories encourage people to
comment, share, debate, or relate. That social energy builds community.
6. It gives
followers permission
When a creator is bold, followers feel
permission to think, feel, or act boldly in their own lives. It’s empowering.
7. It feels
purposeful rather than filler
Bold content often delivers clearer value —
insight, entertainment, perspective — rather than generic “content for
content’s sake.”
8. It
creates a sense of identity
Bold creators tend to define a culture or vibe
that people want to associate themselves with. Followers feel like part of
something meaningful or exclusive.
1.
Covering topics others avoid
Bold creators lean into subjects that are:
- taboo or rarely discussed
- vulnerable or personal
- intellectually deep or complex
- emotionally charged
- socially relevant but uncomfortable
Examples:
- Talking openly about mistakes, failures, or insecurities
- Discussing money, finances, or behind-the-scenes business details
- Exploring identity, ethics, or values
2.
Challenging assumptions or mainstream narratives
They question:
- “standard advice” everyone repeats
- myths in their industry
- popular opinions that lack nuance
This attracts followers who want real insight,
not recycled takes.
3.
Niching down aggressively
Instead of being broad (“fitness content”),
bold creators pick hyper-specific angles:
- “Fitness for people who hate the gym”
- “Entrepreneurship for introverts”
- “Cooking for ADHD brains”
Extreme specificity can feel bold because it
takes confidence.
4.
Sharing lived experience with honesty
Being bold can mean revealing:
- mistakes you made
- lessons learned the hard way
- vulnerable personal stories
- real behind-the-scenes processes
It’s the boldness of transparency.
5.
Taking a clear stance or opinion
People love creators with conviction. Bold
creators say:
- “Here’s what I believe”
- “Here’s what everyone gets wrong about this”
- “Here’s the unpopular but true version”
Most creators avoid strong positions — that’s
why it stands out.
6.
Exploring unconventional or experimental ideas
This includes:
- uncommon areas of expertise
- unusual hobbies
- unexpected combinations (e.g., philosophy + fashion, or psychology
+ gaming)
- speculative thinking (future trends, what-ifs, thought experiments)
It signals originality.
7.
Diving deeper than typical creators do
Boldness can come from depth, not
controversy.
Examples:
- Long-form analysis where others do surface-level content
- Thoughtful, research-backed insights
- Detailed breakdowns of complicated topics
Depth itself is a bold choice in a short-form
world.
8.
Creating content that expresses identity or values
Being bold in theme might involve:
- advocating for something you believe in
- highlighting cultural experiences
- sharing your worldview openly
It attracts people who resonate with your
identity and mission.
1. Boldness vs. shock value
Being bold is about meaningful choices
— not doing things just to provoke.
Shock-for-shock’s-sake may get quick attention, but it often:
- damages trust
- attracts the wrong audience
- burns out your brand
Be bold with purpose, not chaos.
2.
Staying true to your values
Boldness that contradicts your identity or
beliefs will feel fake.
Audiences detect inauthenticity quickly.
Be bold in a way that reflects who you actually
are.
3.
Understanding emotional sensitivity
When touching vulnerable topics (mental
health, trauma, identity, etc.), creators should:
- frame content responsibly
- avoid trivializing people’s experiences
- avoid giving medical or professional advice unless qualified
You can be honest and raw while still being
compassionate.
4.
Avoiding unnecessary personal oversharing
Bold vulnerability builds connection, but
there is such a thing as oversharing:
- details that compromise safety
- things you may regret making public
- stories involving private people without consent
Be transparent, not reckless.
5.
Maintaining boundaries with your audience
Boldness sometimes blurs the line between authentic
and too accessible.
Creators should protect:
- their personal life
- mental health
- time and energy
Bold content doesn’t require giving away
everything.
6. Being
ready for disagreement
Bold opinions attract attention — and
disagreement. Before posting:
- be prepared for criticism
- know your stance well
- avoid reacting defensively or emotionally
Bold creators stay grounded when reactions get
loud.
7.
Avoiding harm or misinformation
Bold takes shouldn't cross into:
- false claims
- inflammatory stereotypes
- harmful advice
- misrepresented facts
You can challenge norms without misleading
people.
8.
Balancing polarity with inclusivity
Being bold doesn’t mean being divisive.
Good bold content:
✔ stands for something
✖ doesn't unnecessarily alienate or attack people
Strong opinions are great. Personal attacks or
inflammatory generalizations aren’t needed.
9.
Thinking long-term about brand identity
Bold choices should support your long-term
direction, not sabotage it.
Ask:
- Does this strengthen the identity I’m building?
- Will this age well?
- Am I being bold, or am I burning a bridge?
Boldness should build your brand, not
destabilize it.
10.
Managing the emotional load of being visible
Bold creators often share more, express more,
and stand out more — which can increase:
- scrutiny
- expectations
- pressure
Awareness helps creators avoid burnout.
1. The
mental health cost of being “the strong one”
Exploring how people who seem strong often
carry unseen emotional burdens.
2.
High-functioning anxiety and how it masquerades as success
Calling out how productivity can be a coping
mechanism.
3. The
loneliness of being a people-pleaser
The hidden emotional exhaustion behind always
saying “yes.”
4.
Unlearning survival tactics you picked up in childhood
Talking about coping patterns you had to
outgrow as an adult.
5. The
pressure to heal quickly
Pushing back on the idea that growth must be
fast, linear, or aesthetic.
6. When
self-care becomes self-avoidance
How some “healthy habits” mask deeper issues.
7. The
guilt of setting boundaries
Discussing how boundaries often trigger shame,
fear, or backlash.
8. The
reality of emotional burnout—even in your 20s
Challenging the idea that burnout only happens
to older adults or in careers.
9. The
hidden grief of leaving friendships
Addressing how friend breakups can hurt more
than romantic ones.
10. Why
healing can make you lose people
Talking about how personal growth changes
relationships.
11. The
exhaustion of constant self-improvement culture
Calling out the pressure to always “level up.”
12. Anxiety
vs. intuition: knowing the difference
A nuanced look at emotional signals we
misread.
13. The
complicated side of “being positive”
Discussing toxic positivity and its unintended
harm.
14. The
shame around asking for help
Normalizing the fear and embarrassment that
can come with reaching out.
15. The
emotional impact of always being “the reliable one”
How responsibility can turn into emotional
labour.
16. Mental
health in minority or marginalized communities
Addressing cultural stigmas or pressures
(respectfully and thoughtfully).
17. Why
rest feels unsafe for some people
Exploring nervous system responses learned in
chaotic environments.
18. Healing
when you don’t have a support system
A bold but validating topic for isolated
audiences.
19. The
myth that independence means doing everything alone
Challenging harmful narratives about
self-reliance.
20. The
fear of becoming the version of yourself you actually want to be
Discussing how growth can feel terrifying, not
just empowering.