I am unsure where anyone who becomes a contributor on MEDIUM gets the idea that this is a platform to make a sustainable living. I started reading on MEDIUM, then dropped a few stories, and was grateful when the amount earned paid the monthly membership. As I have found my stride, a few of my stories have performed well, but that is the exception. I look at this platform as a home for hobby writers, not as a professional writing platform. Perhaps I'm missing something, but I've never been disappointed or discontent with MEDIUM as it runs. I will look forward to any comments about your piece. Thanks for a realistic look at what can be expected.