The paragraph on not needing physical objects really resonated with me, I've noticed that, compared to my parents, I have way less papers than they do. However, I have more computer files than they do. It's also quite apparent because they have more shelves and boxes than I do.
Part of the reason I think Steem is not catching on as fast as one would think is because of how unbelievable it seems. Beyond that, once someone thinks about it and joins, lots of people leave because they think it's too hard, when it's easier to make money for content on here than other places. They also might only see the value with money, and not the learning potential. I've talked to about fifteen people, and only two have joined, and one stopped being active all together.
They will be here at some point.
The point will come when your account is too much for them to handle.
There was a book You See it When You Believe it...
For most, it isnt until they see it that they believe it. The people you introduced to this, when you have thousands upon thousands of dollars from posting, then they will take notice.
I believe you. I think then, they will try it out. It's king of like the point when they can't not notice what's going on.