Facebook was once too advanced for the regular people. And we're talking F8 here, not the version we see today which is way more "complicated" than it's older version. Im not saying the Steem Blockchain doesnt need improvement in the UI. But I'm sure regular people would catch up soon enough. what with the promise of making a few cents doing things they are already doing on other Social Media.
At least that's what i believe.
Also, to cheer you up, take a look at #teammalaysia, we're based in Malaysia and i can assure that neckbeards and Spaceologist are few and far between here. 98% of our members are distinctly normies with a day job and watch Korean Drama at home. We're literally teaching aunties to use steemit so they can post about their lunch. Things will look good if it isnt already!