writing can be lonely, which is why the chat tool is so cool

this is a private, informal space for us to connect and touch base

I am *super* excited about the new chat feature, and can’t wait to get to know you more through chats.

Idk if you know this, but I am a perfectionist. I would say I’m a recovering perfectionist, but I am too much of a perfectionist to say that. If you’re a perfectionist, you probably know how this can inhibit your writing.

Sometimes my perfectionism stops me from posting essays on The Writer, but the chat feature is informal, which means being perfect doesn’t matter! (newsflash, me— being perfect is impossible and never matters (tell my brain that)).

To join our chat, you’ll need to download the Substack app (messages are sent via the app, not email). Turn on push notifications so you don’t miss a chance to join conversation as it happens.

a photo from my walk last night

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How to get started

1. Download the app by clicking this link or the button below. Chat is only on iOS for now, but chat is coming to the Android app soon.

2. Open the app and tap the Chat icon. It looks like two bubbles in the bottom bar, and you’ll see a row for my chat inside.

3. That’s it! Jump into my thread to say hi, and if you have any issues, check out Substack’s FAQ.

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Our first chat thread is all about what we’re up to this week. I’d love to hear from you!