If you ask me too, I'd say the same thing: Hive is a reflection of reality. You just get to see people mirrored in their work with their attitudes and intentions (like you have said).
Intentions are the basic foundation of our every motive. But I believe that intentions change, and they can do so quite easily. I think right after intentions, having the propensity to chase growth matters too. That way, people remain true to their "intentions" by feeling the natural tendency to always long for progress.