Welcome to the team, my friend! I hope that Steemit becomes a valuable part of your actualization process, as the community here is always offering enlightening perspectives (:
In my time spent here, I think all I can say is that it's what you make of it.
Enjoy.
Edit - some of my favorite people here that have benefited my own perspective are:
@rok-sivante
@earthcustodians
@thewisesloth
Given a few things you mention in this post, I think you may find their pages worth checking out..
Cheers!
Thank you @zacharius for your kind words!