It's true. 💜 This wasn't immediately an issue for me when I joined Medium, I don't think, but the social media aspect messes with my process. I've told myself I'll treat it differently on Substack, and that I can continue this way on Medium for as long as I find it comforting. Writing books and submitting to magazines could even suit my purpose better.

That said, I also have a certain level of fun with it. Or maybe I'm in denial now...

I should actually pass the phrase "non-controlling control freaking" to (my roommate, for passers-by) James to see just how much he relates to it. 😂🤔