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Denise Foote's avatar

An absolutely brilliant post Lex. I don’t think I was ever meant for social media. I am a reader. I love long captions on posts especially if they are well written like yours. I look forward to your Substack posts. Keep it up Lex. X

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Lex Gillies's avatar

Thank you so much Denise, I feel the same. I always want to write more and read more from others, I'm definitely more of a long-form person! And you saying you look forward to my Substack posts has honestly just made my day x

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Lori Topper's avatar

Such an interesting post, thank you! I miss the old days of blogging and the old days of Instagram, but it feels like the creators I love the most also miss that and are finding ways to get it back. I hope you wrote more posts like this. I really enjoy your writing

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Lex Gillies's avatar

I miss it too, but I agree, I've seen so many of the OG bloggers coming back to long-form content. I think everyone's a bit burnt out and disillusioned with the push to video and expectation of hyperstylised and overly-edited content. I'm loving having the space to talk!

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kelly austin's avatar

This was excellent!!!!! Was an interesting read!

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Lex Gillies's avatar

Thank you very much, I really appreciate the feedback x

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Kerry McGuire's avatar

This is so poignant and it’s important! Thank you, very well said

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Lex Gillies's avatar

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it x

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Sarah B's avatar

I'm here for your stories, keep them coming.

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Lex Gillies's avatar

This means so much, thank you!

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Polly's avatar

Loved this essay! Since seeing that you’ve launched a Substack I’ve been excited for your writing/sharing for the very reasons you outline. Really looking forward to more of your long form writing.

I’ve learned so much from all of the rosacea information you share online. It’s been truly life changing. Thank you.

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Lex Gillies's avatar

This is such a kind and generous comment, thank you! I'm really excited to continue to write with no restrictions, it's liberating! x

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Jen's avatar

Well, this was the converse, and very interesting. You should definitely write more - you're very good at it!

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Lex Gillies's avatar

Thank you so much Jen! That is such a huge compliment and means a lot to me x

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A.'s avatar

It’s so interesting! Writing has honestly been the thing that I refused to give up, but that’s why I struggle with social media in general. I’m glad you’re taking up writing again!! Well done

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