I get it
I get why newbies have a need for RA. There IS an inherent feeling that you MUST be missing something! I remember that feeling when I was a newbie. It's real and understandable.
But I remember getting to Kinky King (or some-such-lofty-rank) (hehe) in under a year when I first joined and actually started actually contributing (I lurked for a full year before seeing what this place had to offer!!). My "need" for getting Karma was sorta there.... it is a tangible motivator that I wont deny.
But the need for ranking fades quickly. There are no benefits other than perhaps an "elder respect" from newbies. (which is cool too, mind you, but not all that much!).
But what really motivated me was simply the replies and banter from my reports. Bros enjoyed them, commented on them, asked for more detail or whatever... it was FUN to discuss this second life of mine. Still is. I have had many, many offline (PM) conversations with Bros in similar situations a post of mine might have conveyed where I have helped them, or they have helped me). Still do have such conversations. Rather often. I enjoy the discussion and banter about a "hobby" I remain rather active in.
And that's why I continue.
For fun, entertainment, catharsis, knowledge. all of the above. | |
