No, not insulting in the least! My life is actually for the most part an annoying combination of both scenarios you described, although sometimes one of them takes a vacation.

But do you step back and logically review the situation?

Well, in theory I should be able to, but especially when I'm worked up over something, my logic goes right out the window. I'm trying to improve on that one. However, you're absolutely right that any writing can be improved through revision and editing. I am just a dork because, given that I know how easy it can be when things are flowing, sometimes I get really ticked off when they're not. It's lame. Also, when things aren't working and I send stuff out to my betas, then I really have to buck up and be ready for their awesome constructive criticism. ANYWAY. I'm probably making no sense. The short version is thank you for trying to improve my outlook on this, and I will do my best to remember that editing can make a huge difference in writing, and that it does NOT have to be perfect on the first try:)

p.s. You are so right that my insecurity is comfortable. Boy do you have me busted there!