Shane, you're an excellent writer. Focus on just being you, be real, try to understand what makes you enjoy writing - and tap into that every time you arrive here...let the chips fall where they may. I'm going to send you a pm ...

meanwhile, I hope Medium encourages rather than hurt you. Take the break that we all take from time to time - which is required for all social media...and yes, I have to agree, there are aspects about this place that does mimic other platforms.

Keep well!