Yep, there are issues that definitely need to be addressed. But I recall back when the "big" price rise hit, we hadn't a fraction of what we have now, in terms of community or development. That memory keeps me grounded as I also recall feeling proper gutted that I'd missed the boat.
Also, I guess at least Steemit Inc. are actually communicating with us about their projects and even financial status. Something that was next to non-existent back then. There is a lot of work still to be done and it depends upon how how faith we have in this platform succeeding or not.
Just bear in mind that even after all this time and all the drama that's taken place, we're still the only successful implementation of a blockchain driven social media platform. That's pretty impressive in itself, I suppose.
All excellent points which I can not deny. :)