Giving is not giving until you give to someone who might not be able to repay you. You hit it on the head right there and spot on. Guess the barter system is coming back thick and large but Steemit makes it easier and better and reduces the stress, but then this got me: " I even saw a young dentist there one day, handing out his business cards, and presumably he might agree to trade a tooth cleaning in exchange for several weeks’ worth of salad greens (though I’m just guessing there)". Hahaha i laughed there. I read about the gift economy also from @stellabelle and totally found it cool. Like you rightly said, building up my Steem power and give upvotes is a form of gifting too without expecting back. I would so much do much gifting if i have a higher Steem Power. I am well on my way and hoping to get there soon. Thank you for another perspective you have shown us through this. I admire your depth a lot. More grace and strength. @donkeypong