I understand the difficulty with posting a comment on a photograph. Using ideas similar to the prompts, one could try:
I appreciate this because it reminds me of my childhood. When I was young I used to see flowers like this in my yard. They smelled beautiful. I feel like I can smell the flowers through your photograph. Where did you capture this photo? Thanks for sharing.
Only say that if it's true, obviously. But the keywords there are because and feel. Also, I forgot to mention that a good way to engage an author is also by asking a question. Great feedback. That totally slipped my mind. You're right about that. I'll add that when I edit and give a shout out.
I generally agree with the "natural selection" method as you mention. ;)
However, being here the past couple of months active — not only have people asked me how to comment, but there are lots of arguments over the topic. Notably, I argue with bots that boss people around sometimes. Lol. But sometimes, I think they are under a lot of pressure to keep people safe from attack accounts building up power. I don't think anyone is happy about the current system. The bot owners don't like that people hate their bots. And the commentators don't like having comments that go ignored. Authors don't like having to go figure out if someone is real or not before they answer. I already slam the bots. So it's my hope that some of these ideas can help everyone else meet closer to the middle somewhere. 😀
Lastly, people ask me flat out to teach them my methods. So... I don't like repeating myself any more than others. Ha-ha ha
I see your perspective. To conclude. I don't believe it's a method.
To simplify it, if you like the topic, try to engage as much as possible and stir up a conversation. There isn't a script you can copy from anyone else. That's the beauty of Steemit, you are free to speak your mind and communicate with your own style. And luckily Steemit offers many different topics that anyone can engage in!
But definitely would rather take a "Really nice picture" comment than no comment. And if you really wanted to take the extra mile to see if the account is not a bot, then you could check their profile and view their previous comments to justify that.
Anyways, thank you for your article, you are obviously doing this for a good cause. Keep Steeming!! @omitaylor
♥️I appreciate your perspective as well. It's very, "Go with the flow." Those who have asked me are mostly non-native English speakers so perhaps that can effect confidence?
As an Aspie, I teach my Autistic kids this way. We have no flow. We're robots. Lol. We have little natural inclination to socialize. Add to that being an introvert (would you ever guess?) I think in methods. I can't imagine others do not sometimes, although I can understand not wanting to tell people you're methodical, as it has a bad connotation as lacking heart — when that's simply not the case.
You as well. I appreciate your remarks and I do see where you're coming from.
Of course!!!
To answer your question. What I analyze from non-native speakers. They are smart individuals who want to put in the effort and engage to build their reputation which is understandable. Who doesn't want to build up their reputation? But you make a great point.
Keep working hard, I now followed you to see more of your discussions! Keep working hard Steemian! @omitaylor