Wow. This is so great and it really speaks to me. I learned so much in the last 15 years, read every book on self-development and success, but didn't implement much. I started blogging few years ago, and was begging family members and friends to read my stuff! Now I don't write as much, but I am constantly learning. For example, I teach English online, but I am looking for ways to sell my our courses. So I read a lot about marketing and the psychology behind buying. I guess you could say I take action now because I do implement what I learn, but it's a long process that needs (as you mentioned) perseverance. You made a REALLY good point about people who complain about not getting upvotes etc. I don't think their complaints are only about not getting enough upvotes. I think they complain about everything that doesn't go their way in real life so Steemit is no exception. On the other hand, there are people who enjoy the process of writing and sharing experiences, and if they are rewarded in the process, they are grateful. If they are not, nothing is lost.