I guess it's the challenge on being here in this platform is the one kept me motivated to stay and fulfill my goals.
Let me use a simple Steemit journey as an example for my idea about your question.
This same challenge that I will be talking about is the same reason that most newbies use as an excuse to stop posting and leave the platform.
It's the fact that earning a reward is such a hard work especially for those who barely knew anyone when they join the platform.
For those who doesn't like the feeling of going through a hardwork for you to get visibility and earn ~ then to leave is probably the best thing for them to do. But for those who wanted to explore and aim to be successful amidst the difficulties then I would urge for them to stay and keep going. The rewards are sweeter with the success of this platform especially knowing that you were one who contributed to it.
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