I realise now that I am fanning, it's just that it is more gradual tha previously and therefore the sensation has changed.
update: despite many components that i'm sure aren't in the basic Hit pattern, my last outing was a huge success resulting in my best score for some time. In addition, just this morning I noticed in the mirror that during my takeaway my right wrist was uncocking slightly, so i'm excited that maintaining its level condition will be another step in the right direction