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i’m doing it because I want to make the fediverse more friendly place, in hopes of making it more welcoming for new users, and the nicer place in general. But I wonder how much is just less bots.

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[–] MementoMori@lemmy.world 67 points 1 year ago (3 children)

I agree for the most part. However, in my effort to post content, I've gotten more than a few snarky or mean comments about the quality of the content. I get it if it's not for you but just down vote. You don't need to make the person feel bad for trying to help Lemmy grow.

I hope the haters won't succeed at discouraging you and thank you for your effort to help our place grow! I'm a bit shy to post too because I don't want to get those kind of comments, but so far it's been a positive experience.

[–] Speculater@lemmy.world 14 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I've had the opposite experience, my mediocre photography has won a few very kind comments!

[–] Empricorn@feddit.nl 4 points 1 year ago

Yay, you're... Adequate!!!

(Kidding, you actually sound great.)

[–] Dark_Blade@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

I know it’s easier to say than do, but ignore ‘em. I got myself into some pointless argument a few days ago, even though what I should’ve done was block the individual and move on.