I agree, Steemit is at its best when people make contact and write about what is interesting to them. If it would be only about money a lot of quality will never been seen.

When I started out I almost stopped immediately when I saw all the begging. I didn't want to be a person who needed to do that and thankfully it wasn't needed. It was good to read it isn't what I am supposed to do.

I am happy I gave it a chance and stayed. I have read so much great blogs and I learn a lot. I found even new interests.