Ellen, this is extremely well-said!

Whenever I get ready to delve into a new topic (for a fresh article), one of the first things I consider is how I can preemptively word it so that I don't unintentionally offend any readers.

But I'm going to follow your lead, here -- and try to give myself a little bit more grace, from now on. Because there will always be people actively seeking something to criticize.