THANK YOU!! The self-congratulatory BS about medium for aspiring writers is so tired and boring. Plus it emphasizes the procedural, completely ignoring talent and individual experiences.

I’ve written some gut-wrenchingly personal work, as you referenced, and find that it’s terrifying and makes me wonder why I write, that is, until I get a response from someone who relates to my experience. Thanks for your apt description and admirable call-out.