So, I am a little late on this post.. but here I am 😁

I read through the comments and have seen this topic thrown around in discord chat a bit as well. EVERYONE has an opinion, and hey.. they are entitled to that. I get so worked up over the 'Entitlement' state of mind. I try to bite my tongue when reading their chat dialog (or comments). I had to chuckle when I read your statement about how they disappear and then show back up in a convenient fashion. hahaha.. so true. Sometimes I see those people base their entire post content on the topic of "Poor Me", or even worse, try and promote themselves as being under privileged content creators.

It's nice to get those whale like up-votes. It's nice to get those sincere comments. It's also nice to give those comments and up-votes.. to light a spark in those new Hive virgins that will make their determination on whether to stay or leave us(probably within the first two weeks). You are correct in saying that is were our success lies and where our value will do the most good. After all, those newbies (minus the plagiarists and spammers) have the best potential of spreading the word.

Hive (well really steemit) was my first experience with blogging for crypto. It really didn't take me that long to "Figure Things Out" so to say. I formulated my own opinions of who the people were that are out for themselves and who's looking out for the good of all. The true believers in the chain are still around (and why I am still here and investing). Those who want to onboard are awesome. But there are also those that think that onboarding will take away from their rewards. I've learned to live with some negativity and not invest my energy in supporting it. I also realize that no community is perfect. Communities need balance. Communities need participants and involvement to flourish.

I believe in Hive, Invested money time and energy in Hive, and believe Hive will succeed if we work together and treat each other the way we want to be treated. The question I always battle with though is, How do I evolve into a better Hive community member? How do I go about finding the perfect balance when it comes to creating content, curating, and socializing? That is a question I have been testing and working on (Personally) for the last 2 years and 8 months. I know it exists, and since I enjoy this whole experience, I know I will eventually find the balance that is right for me.. making me the best Hiver I can be.

@bluemist, how long did it take for you to find that "Balance", given that you are so involved? Because I am sure that you have a life outside of Hive. right? haha. 😆

Sincerely though, you have a decent sized influence on the chain, and from what I can tell.. you do a great job at keeping it real and aligning yourself with people who care, have great ideas and are doers. Thanks for the hard work and keeping our Hive dreams alive. I am sure I'll see you around town (the Hive Town that is. lol).

Later!