I believe people need to feel that they enjoy it rather than feeling like their lives depend on it
People enjoy web2 platforms without getting anything, but their perception changes here, once they start earning. Consistent blogging is not easy, and you have managed it pretty well - they should learn from you...
I like to think I do things ok and to the best of my ability and that also extends to those I feel are working counter-productively by way of reward adjustments.