Hello @denmarkguy,
I'm not a first-time blogger, but not a master writer either. I came to Steemit when I was trying to learn more about cryptocurrency. I basically watched a Youtube video from someone I was already following and they said to check Steemit out.
To me, this is pretty next level. Everyone finds it harder to get into crypto because we have to part with our beloved fiat currency first, thus buying into a volatile market. But Steemit makes it so that you can earn cryptocurrency instead of buying it directly, allowing for many different types of investments to take place.
I really like the idea behind it. The fact the profanity is not a bannable offense, and I'm not chained to writing the same niche or topic every day is empowering.
On my other social media, sure—hella likes from every direction, but there is a severe lack of engagement. In between those damned "good post" spammers, there are people that genuinely care about an article I wrote, no matter how weird it may be.
I think Steemit helped me to grow as a person more than anything else. Maybe to improve my writing as a close second.
Mahalo,
@shello
Hi @shello, thanks for your thoughtful comment!
You touch on something that kept me away from cryptos for a while, namely the volatility. I looked at them and thought to myself "These are not CURRENCIES, they are more like 'pink sheet' stocks!"
Which, in some ways remains true... you can't exactly pop down to 7-eleven and pick up a sixpack with Steem. Or even BTC. It's getting better, though. But the problem remains that cryptos are too volatile for a seller of "something" to risk pricing their stuff... because it might be worth half a week from now (meaning a loss) or double (meaning no sales).
I'm just enjoying the free-form blogging, and all the cool people here!
I apologize for my late reply @denmarkguy!
This is also the reason why it took me a while to gain an interest and appreciation for cryptocurrency. Truth be told, all last year I was buying things from 7-11 with bitcoin (converted into USD loaded on a VISA), but it is not the same thing.
I am seeing more ATMs pop up, with their own transaction fees and inflated prices, and as of right now that makes it viable for businesses that sell coins but not goods. My building now accepts "lock out" fees in bitcoin, so this is a start.
I think that we'll be seeing more services for crypto coming up, before a time where products will be acceptable. It is more than possible for the volatility to balance out, but not for several years I'd imagine.
Expression and connection is always nice :3
Cheers,
@shello