We have seen better times, and right now it's a bit dead - but this afternoon I was talking to someone who used to do a lot of posts and comments on Steemit - I said "I'm not certain, but I got a better vibe and saw some really good posts this week - maybe it could take off again" - she replied "but nobody is posting anymore" - which is sort of true, but it's also fairly easy to change - it's hard to read, but I think it is like a volcano, and right now there is a bit of steem fizzing out of the cracks.
....the old glory days on Steemit where it seemed a lot more people were reading and commenting.
It could also be that there were fewer people, fewer post, fewer choices, back in the old glory days.
I think people have always yearned for recognition from others, whether it is one person, ( a future spouse), or many people, (for the option to become group/tribe leader and or have a feeling of being respected). One thing people seem to leave out of the equation, (due I think to conditioning), is the simple fact that respect is a two way street.
It is like that Star Trek conundrum of "the needs of the many out weigh the needs of the few or the one". How can an individual provide for the needs of the many when they ignore the needs of the one or the few? I believe it is conditioning that has bought many to accept the Star Trek conundrum as a truism and correct philosophy to embrace.
It's interesting that you bring up the Star Trek quote. In either case it's used in (original Star Trek movies or the latest incantation), the needs of the many are taken care of by the sacrifice of the one, only to have the one be saved in return through some miraculous means. So, I'm not sure if we're supposed to get out of it that those who sacrifice will have their lives saved, but as far as either story went, the few or the one ended up having their cake and eating it, too. :)
The situation you describe is exactly the one I've been running into, although I am receiving on average more rewards on my posts than ever before. However, the number of comments have dropped significantly. That may have something to do with the way things are, with curation the new king and more more folks autovoting meaning less reading and thus engagement, and in my case, it might also be do to the fact that I have less time to engage with others on their stuff myself, so folks are picking and choosing who they engage with when they actually do it.
I may have joined Steemit post glory days. I know many times I had to wait to make comments because I didn’t have enough resource credits. Attending Steemit meetups helped me feel connected. It’s nice putting a face to a post and gaining Steemit guidance and encouragement from more seasoned steemians. We’ve gone out for pizza, attended games and concerts, and even went gold panning together.
I’m not sure why certain posts gain x amount of upvotes or comments. I’m certain that it’s complicated because humans are just that.
Personally, my blog is my journal to make sense of things. It may not be for everyone. I re-read and return to many of my posts and if my words have any value to others, I appreciate their upvotes and comments even if it’s an old post. Though there’s no monetary gain, it’s a compliment when someone comments that one’s blog is soul food. I’ve also “wasted” votes on other’s old posts but it was my way to share my appreciation.
I wouldn’t feel too frustrated. Write to send positive energy. Enjoy creating a voice into the wildness that is the internet. And maybe find a Steemit meetup group. 😬
We have seen better times, and right now it's a bit dead - but this afternoon I was talking to someone who used to do a lot of posts and comments on Steemit - I said "I'm not certain, but I got a better vibe and saw some really good posts this week - maybe it could take off again" - she replied "but nobody is posting anymore" - which is sort of true, but it's also fairly easy to change - it's hard to read, but I think it is like a volcano, and right now there is a bit of steem fizzing out of the cracks.
It could also be that there were fewer people, fewer post, fewer choices, back in the old glory days.
I think people have always yearned for recognition from others, whether it is one person, ( a future spouse), or many people, (for the option to become group/tribe leader and or have a feeling of being respected). One thing people seem to leave out of the equation, (due I think to conditioning), is the simple fact that respect is a two way street.
It is like that Star Trek conundrum of "the needs of the many out weigh the needs of the few or the one". How can an individual provide for the needs of the many when they ignore the needs of the one or the few? I believe it is conditioning that has bought many to accept the Star Trek conundrum as a truism and correct philosophy to embrace.
Hey, @bashadow.
It's interesting that you bring up the Star Trek quote. In either case it's used in (original Star Trek movies or the latest incantation), the needs of the many are taken care of by the sacrifice of the one, only to have the one be saved in return through some miraculous means. So, I'm not sure if we're supposed to get out of it that those who sacrifice will have their lives saved, but as far as either story went, the few or the one ended up having their cake and eating it, too. :)
Hey, @rok-sivante.
The situation you describe is exactly the one I've been running into, although I am receiving on average more rewards on my posts than ever before. However, the number of comments have dropped significantly. That may have something to do with the way things are, with curation the new king and more more folks autovoting meaning less reading and thus engagement, and in my case, it might also be do to the fact that I have less time to engage with others on their stuff myself, so folks are picking and choosing who they engage with when they actually do it.
Many different factors at play, surely. I suppose we could sit and theorize all day, though who knows if there’s any way to actually tell.
Whatever the case, I guess we just gotta keep doing what we’re doing if it feels right - or adjust if not...
I may have joined Steemit post glory days. I know many times I had to wait to make comments because I didn’t have enough resource credits. Attending Steemit meetups helped me feel connected. It’s nice putting a face to a post and gaining Steemit guidance and encouragement from more seasoned steemians. We’ve gone out for pizza, attended games and concerts, and even went gold panning together.
I’m not sure why certain posts gain x amount of upvotes or comments. I’m certain that it’s complicated because humans are just that.
Personally, my blog is my journal to make sense of things. It may not be for everyone. I re-read and return to many of my posts and if my words have any value to others, I appreciate their upvotes and comments even if it’s an old post. Though there’s no monetary gain, it’s a compliment when someone comments that one’s blog is soul food. I’ve also “wasted” votes on other’s old posts but it was my way to share my appreciation.
I wouldn’t feel too frustrated. Write to send positive energy. Enjoy creating a voice into the wildness that is the internet. And maybe find a Steemit meetup group. 😬
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