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It took me 2+ years, to gain a following because I was so introverted to engage with people outside my posts before, but tbh everyone likes to hear comments too. Some people might be "against" your perspective (but not on you) can be also positively impact on your understanding of things, and also you might win good friends afterwards.

I agree. Your experience mirrors mine in a lot of ways. Patience is required. That's always been the case though, anything that's worth doing takes time. Building, cultivating value. Doesn't happen overnight.