Let’s Flourish Together

I frequently encounter the phrase “let’s grow together” in posts celebrating milestones like reaching 100 followers. However, it feels like this sentiment extends well beyond just a number. Those who appreciate your work often engage thoughtfully with your articles, leaving comments that provoke genuine discussions rather than superficial praises like “great job.” This openness fosters meaningful conversations, which I greatly value about this platform. It truly embodies a spirit of collective growth.

In stark contrast, platforms such as Twitter and TikTok feel quite different. I often find myself spending significant time on TikTok, but the experience can be draining due to the pervasive negativity. When disagreements arise, users often resort to passive-aggressive remarks or even report content instead of engaging in constructive dialogue.

The uplifting atmosphere on Medium has been a refreshing change, promoting the idea that “if you have nothing positive to contribute, perhaps it’s best to stay silent.” Many other platforms could benefit from this perspective. There is a significant distinction between constructive feedback, which aims to uplift creators, and destructive comments, which seek to undermine them.

The essence of Medium's community lies in its members' shared goal of carving out their individual spaces on the site. This endeavor encourages positive contributions, prompting users to reflect on their comments. Such contemplation often leads to constructive feedback, in contrast to the quick, impulsive comments seen on other platforms that can often veer into negativity.

If every user took a moment to consider the potential impact of their words on creators and fellow readers, the overall experience on numerous social media platforms could be vastly improved.

Final Reflections

After taking some time to ponder this topic, I believe one significant reason for the positivity within this community is that most of us invest in a Medium subscription, allowing us unrestricted access to a variety of articles. This financial commitment makes it challenging to leave numerous comments when limited to just a few articles per month without a subscription. Conversely, many other social media platforms are free and often have lax community guidelines, making it easy for users to bypass restrictions—someone banned can simply create a new account.

What I appreciate about Medium is that since we all contribute financially, we are here because we genuinely want to be, eager to enjoy diverse articles. It’s challenging to appreciate content when negativity clouds our experience.

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