There might be something to both those points.

I think that the reason for all the negativity on most social media platforms is that there are no real consequences. This gives people keyboard courage. They can say whatever the hell they want! what are you gonna do about it? But on Steem, that will cost you money. That brings people back to the real world a bit.

As for myself, I've never been one to engage in bad behavior online. I certainly wouldn't do it on Steem . Steem makes me happy. Even when I disagree with people. Earlier today someone offered me some strong criticism on here and whereas on FB I would have gotten mad and signed out, it didn't perturb me at all.

I think it is because I am building something here. Every second I spend here I'm helping to create something I like.

Thanks for the post.

Keep Steeming!