I wish I could eliminate the notes tab altogether. Since I can't, I am actually deleting the app RIGHT NOW. I'll just use my computer and write real posts, because it's too hard for me to avoid falling into a notes-hole, much like with "bad" social media. Although there are some very interesting thoughts that do lead to "community" (but come on, not really) or new authors to read, ultimately it leaves me feeling depleted, like I should be striving and engaging instead of creating.
"come on, not really"??? It's definitely "really" for me. In the last month, I have like twenty-tupled my community of people who are active writers that regularly put their ideas out there, almost entirely through Substack Notes. Of course it's different than irl friends and neighbors but I didn't realize how hungry I was to connect with other writers until I finally did.
But if deleting the app helps you be more of a happy person in the real world then that is obviously great. Though we'll miss you!
I think you both make great points! I personally try to limit the time I spend scrolling through notes because I'm trying to change the way I use my phone and the internet more generally, but I agree that there are DEFINITELY worse short-form social media time-sucks out there.
Jordan you won. I hate it but you’re right. Just wanted to be fair and square.
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Posting on notes got my articles more visibility. He is right!!
I wish I could eliminate the notes tab altogether. Since I can't, I am actually deleting the app RIGHT NOW. I'll just use my computer and write real posts, because it's too hard for me to avoid falling into a notes-hole, much like with "bad" social media. Although there are some very interesting thoughts that do lead to "community" (but come on, not really) or new authors to read, ultimately it leaves me feeling depleted, like I should be striving and engaging instead of creating.
"come on, not really"??? It's definitely "really" for me. In the last month, I have like twenty-tupled my community of people who are active writers that regularly put their ideas out there, almost entirely through Substack Notes. Of course it's different than irl friends and neighbors but I didn't realize how hungry I was to connect with other writers until I finally did.
But if deleting the app helps you be more of a happy person in the real world then that is obviously great. Though we'll miss you!
IMO, it being different from irl friends and neighbors is exactly why it’s special!
I think you both make great points! I personally try to limit the time I spend scrolling through notes because I'm trying to change the way I use my phone and the internet more generally, but I agree that there are DEFINITELY worse short-form social media time-sucks out there.
Thank you! I completely agree—there are worse things to be doing, but I’d much rather read a book or write a post or something.
Yes, my two goals are definitely: (1) less phone, (2) more Notes! (Of a given amount of phone usage.)