I post because I believe I have something to say, for the posterity, for whoever feels concerned about the same topics that worry me, for my children. I always wanted to get enough feedback from people that would motivate me to continue. High upvotes certainly feel elating, but I write mainly for me, for the posterity, for my children. No big upvotes? No problem!
That's why you're a true Hivean my friend. You write for you and you enjoy it. If that's the way you see it, you'll never rage-quit because of the upvotes. Are votes welcome? sure, but they are not guaranteed. Many people don't understand this.