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Nika's avatar

This is a beautifully composed newsletter! I love seeing all the comments of actual writers and it makes me happy to see how supporting this platform is of each other. Thank you for including me in this uplifting text!

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Thank you, Nika! It really is a supportive space. I’m so glad I made the leap over!

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Claire Fitzsimmons's avatar

I love this post. So many words I want to hang on the wall in front of my desk to keep me going. Thanks for including me too ☺️

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Same! Enjoyed curating it so much and if we help just one person share their words I think we’ve done our job 😊

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Anna Tran's avatar

Just getting started on Substack, not written a post yet but loved reading yours. Feeling so encouraged and way less scared now!

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

That’s brilliant, Anna! I’m glad this had given you some encouragement 😀

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Sonya Mallett's avatar

So many incredible comments and advice, thank you for including me in your post Sarah, I’m absolutely honoured that you’ve shared my comment 🥰

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

You’re welcome, Sonya! It was a pleasure to bring it all together and gave me some feel good energy ☺️

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Enyo Agada's avatar

This is so so helpful! Will be returning here often. Thank you for sharing. 🧡

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Glad it’s supportive, Enyo 💛

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Sue Clancy's avatar

Thank you so much for putting all of this wisdom in one place!! Thank you also for including what I contributed!! So kind of you!!! 💚

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

You’re welcome! Formatting it was interesting but I think I’ve managed to weave most comments in without it feeling overwhelming 😃

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Yasmin Chopin's avatar

Yes, you got it just right.

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Sue Clancy's avatar

You did a great job!!! And thanks again!!!

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Leanna Julius's avatar

Beautiful! I love being in a community of so many talented and inspiring people!

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Same! There’s so much good energy ⚡️

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Felicity Martin's avatar

I'm sharing this via Notes so more people can read the invaluable advice.

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Thanks you, Felicity! So many lovely little nuggets of wisdom here ✨

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Yasmin Chopin's avatar

This is a very encouraging piece and one which will resonate with many potential Substackers. Thanks for the gentle way you present it, Sarah. I'm going to pass it on to a few people I know who are hesitating at the moment!

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

You’re very welcome, Yasmin, and thank you so much for sharing! I hope it helps those who are hesitating ☺️

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Nadja de Oliveira's avatar

The post I wish I had had in March when I started. 🤍

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Ditto 💛

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Claire Venus ✨'s avatar

Ahh isn't it so beautiful to see it all woven together like this? Yay Substack!

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Glad I found a way to do it that wasn’t too busy! Tricky with so many quotes!

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Lyndsay Kaldor's avatar

Ooooh this was such a wonderfully affirming and supportive read with some wise words. So grateful you compiled this as a beautiful resource xx

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Thank so much, Lyndsay. It was nice to read it all again as I pulled the threads together. Hopefully it’s helpful few those new to the platform or in need of a lift 💛

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Melanie Mackie's avatar

Some brilliant i sights Sarah, thank you sharing and the mention

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Hopefully it’s helpful for anyone new to Substack, or anyone needing a boost!

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Lizzy Co (she/they)'s avatar

Thanks for the mention! ❤️

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

You’re welcome. Thanks for sharing your insights 💛

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Jason A Clark's avatar

So much great advice and words of wisdom! Great post.

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Thanks for responding my initial shout out, Jason!

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Claire Fitzsimmons's avatar

I am so in love with this post. It's a radically generous offer for writers who are both new to Substack and need a refresher. Proud to be included.

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Sarah Robertson's avatar

Ahh pleased you like it, Claire! Think I might republish it 🤔

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Claire Fitzsimmons's avatar

That's a great idea!

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