There is a concept in the writing world—not just specific to film—that writers have an inherent job when trying to capture the real world. They are responsible for making important, poignant statements about society, even when their subject does not pertain to such issues. It’s burdensome.

We’ve seen all the tweets saying, “John Mulaney is not your friend.” Appreciating a star’s work and performances can come without being personally invested in their private life.

Like introspection, therapy was insightful, but part of me also hated going. I despised unpacking my life every week, loathed dissecting my childhood, and deeply hated how much more of myself I could see.