Last updated: June 12, 2025

Welcome to Almost Said, a personal publication exploring self-growth, emotional healing, and life’s quieter truths. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the content, comments, and subscription services provided through this platform. Please read them carefully.

By accessing or subscribing to Almost Said, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this publication.

1. Content Ownership & Copyright

All content published on Almost Said—including essays, reflections, illustrations, and original designs—is the intellectual property of the author unless otherwise noted.

• You may not copy, reproduce, republish, or distribute any content without explicit written permission.

• Brief quotations (with attribution and a link back) are welcome under fair use guidelines.

2. Subscriptions & Payments

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• You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription at any time via your Substack account.

No refunds will be issued for past payments unless there was an error or system malfunction.

3. Comment & Community Policy

If this publication allows comments, we expect all readers to behave respectfully and without causing harm.

You agree not to:

• Post abusive, threatening, or harassing language.

• Promote hate speech, discrimination, or misinformation

• Spam or solicit readers without permission

Violation of this policy may result in removal from the email list or a permanent ban from the platform.

4. Privacy

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5. Intellectual and Emotional Safety

Almost Said shares personal stories, feelings, and vulnerable truths. This content is not intended as professional advice or therapy. Please engage mindfully and seek support from a licensed professional for mental health needs.

6. Use of the Site

By accessing this publication, you agree to:

• Use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

• Respect the boundaries of the writer and other readers.

• Not exploit the space for personal gain, AI training, or content scraping

7. Termination

The author reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the publication—with or without notice—for behavior deemed inappropriate or harmful to the community or its values.

8. Changes to Terms

These terms may be updated from time to time. When updated, a revision notice will be posted at the top of the page with a new effective date. Continued use of the publication after changes implies acceptance of the revised terms.

9. Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to these terms, you can reach out by replying to any email from Almost Said or using the contact option available on Substack.

Thank you for being part of this space.
Let’s keep it safe, respectful, and real.

— Almost Said