It is encouraging that you have written this @dwinblood from the standpoint of a newbie/minnow. I too see the potential of this platform as a change for good. I also think of how easily it could self destruct(as seen through the eyes of a minnow)
So thank you for the reassurance reflected in this post.
SDG
Yes, if you can remain civil and stick with it then I think it could change the world. It takes awhile to build up momentum. I went through many $0 posts when I started, and that was during the time that the payouts were the highest they've ever done.
Keep posting, commenting, voting, and being a decent person and you will grow, and do better and better.
Warning though... this place is highly addictive.
Oh, yeah, I agree with that statement. I have been able to remember to eat and take a shower every once in a while.
Oh yeah... I better go do those things.