Here is another North American saying: "Never invest what you can't afford to lose". In a time before the stock market people would give to others based on their reputation. Some people had genuine ideas that needed funding an some worked and some didn't. Other people were just out to take your money and run.
this isn't a new problem
Hive has a bunch of people in it and like every group of people there are some you just can't trust, some who are out to use others in any way they can and because of that....be careful what you say, just as you mentioned.
But living in fear sucks. If I can't trust anyone I can't make connections and Hive becomes a very dull place. Luckily on Hive we can read peoples posts and they are immutable. I know that monica-ene grows crops and makes clothes. I know saffisara has a heart of gold. And yeah, I dlmmqb loves watching the inner workings of the blockchain. Why? Their posts, their demeanor, and their consistency tell me so. So you are right, look at who you befriend on Hive and why.
But you are absolutely correct. There are con men better than my vetting system. I am absolutely certain that there will be people who take advantage of me. If I lend money or invest there will (and have) been times I lose. In the end I just smile and shrug it off
Why?
I don't risk money I can't afford to lose
and
In the end God settles the scales
Final note:
Ever read the "Tortoise and the Hare?".. Slow and steady wins the race. PANDA and PANDAMINER token have been a little lackluster to me but I know the backer and I see the regular distributions so I'm still bullish on them. PAKX holds more alure but I'll admit EDSI and SURGE fit my needs a little better... but that is a much longer discussion.
and fun note. I run the GLD token. I don't promote it, I have never told people to buy it, and I would actively encourage those who hold it to sell and buy something else. But it has always be supported, it has never turned to dust, and anyone who held it would notice it has typically gone up over time. Why? Because I stand behind it and its my honor and trust on the line. I never make guarantees but think standing behind your word is important.
Thanks for the post
You should check out BBH and BBHO too....