ratbones

Yeah, probably something to do with how those are also the platforms that really highlight the engagement features like shares, likes, and comments—and often, the more socially commodifiable you are, the more engagement you get.
Absolutely. I mean, I think the bottom line is, DW has no financial interest in keeping me staring at DW for as many minutes as possible, so it has no reason to toss me approval cookies (e.g. likes and shares) or manipulate my feed to promote content that will keep me engaged. That business model obviously makes a lot more money, but disincentivizes weird ramblings and mundane personal posts and...well, the kind of stuff you put in a journal.

I totally understand the guilt and feeling like it's too late to comment/reply! I think for the most part late comments are very welcome, but knowing that, I still convince myself I'm too late, all the time. I love the extensive, thoughtful exchanges I have here and on AO3, but there's definitely a place for chatting alongside that, for more regular, casual contact with people.

Also omg bless DW it's so grassroots but it's so not mobile-friendly jkdlasj. I definitely have a few gripes, but that's my major one.
Ahhh yes. My kingdom for a functional DW mobile app. Even an ugly one, I don't mind!