doing everything manually takes time, you meet more people who genuinely wish to engage.

Because it takes time is part of the reason that those who do it build stronger relationships.

Curation had me floored for a long time, I started slowly learning more and this informational direction really helps straighten out some things not originally noted.

Thanks for adding this as I believe the same. Often we limit ourselves to what we know or our area of interest and in doing so, miss a lot of understanding that supports it and helps us be better at what we enjoy. I see it like cross-training for a sport - it is an indirect support.