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When a new video is posted, a creator faces a range of possible outcomes, from a slow trickle of views to sudden surges driven by algorithmic promotion. This unpredictability can both excite and torment, as the creator's anticipation of positive feedback turns into a struggle with potential disappointment. The brain’s reward-seeking mechanism thrives on possibility, often overshadowing the reality of how most videos will ultimately perform.
Yet, with the quest for success comes the relentless quest for bigger numbers. After all, it’s human nature—people are drawn to symbols of success, even if those symbols are merely digital representations.