Good rant, J.A., that made me grin.
I can’t say that highlights unduly bother me, and I myself DO, in fact, highlight things. Generally because I want to emphasise that I strong agree with the statement, phrase, or words.
However, generally, if I clap and highlight, I leave a comment of some sort.
I think what is needed, for someone like yourself, is the ability to “mute” this type of thing.
I appreciate getting claps and or highlights. I also love to get feedback. Who doesn’t?
I do not spend nearly enough time reading. Thanks for the timely reminder — less highlight — more write-a-hol. LOL