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Should I reply to all of your comments?
I think comments like this don't need a reply, but also I want to show that I read your comment. Is upvoting your comment enough? Should I reply? Should I try to start a conversation? I don't think so, but I just did.

Thanks for your comment.

Recognise the dilemma. My solution: when in doubt, reach out, clearly, out loud, right now.