How do you feel when you earn merits in your post or replies.

[Rengga Jati]

Before i started making a post or replies as a newbie, I explored the forum and I saw different usernames and ranks with so many earned merits and post counts, at first i was confused and very scared because I don't know when I will get a single merit not to talk about multiple merits of the legendary ranks.

The first merit we got from our post or reply will  be the most memorable merit, I mean, not all members here, but mostly, commonly yes.
You know, sometimes, we got our first merit in the unexpected post. I also did the same, got my first merit  in a very unexpected post from a legendary member. And this really could change my mind that everyone could deserve any merits, what to do is to make much better and better posts, learning more things to improve our posts.

No need to be such scared or even disappointed when we still don't get any merits. Just make much better posts, because sometimes, members will give you merits in certain post, based on the view of the member itself.

The next thing you have to do when you get your first merit is to be grateful for it, then become even more enthusiastic about making better and more contributive posts to the forum. Make this a motivation that you also deserve to get merits.

[Mpamaegbu]

Because of fear and huge phobia to write nonsense, I started reading the posts of high ranked members, precisely from full member rank up to the legendary rank to know how they organize their words and come out with a quality post.

That's the right way to go about it (learning from others). They say to be successful, one should study those who are successful in that field one's going into, and then one should add sparks and style to it. This is akin to standing on the shoulders of giants to see far.

On the merit thing, of course the first few merits received would create a level of excitement but as time goes on and the merit continues to pour in, that excitement of getting them begins to wane. I felt that rush too, especially merit that enabled me move through the ranks.

[nakamura12]

I feel nothing when receiving merits right now and in the future however, as other forum members have explained about the first merit earned then I would also say that it is emotional since it is the first merit that you earn merit. It would also served as a motivation for earning more merits. You would also think to yourself that if I received merit then that means I can write a good/high quality posts that deserves a merit. You don't have to be afraid as you have explained and it's much better if you continue joining discussions to learn more and forum members would also be able to give you an advice.

[Sandra_hakeem]

It feels way different from when I was a jrn member ; back then, I had alot of determination to achieving several ranks so I worked for it. I really wanted to know how it feels to be a hero member and probably, a legendary... I don't see any much difference anyway.
I'd say; What really matters to me right now would be my reputation until whenever.. secondly, for the fact that merits are awarded strictly on how people tend to like a person in particular... It's weird how everything's changed and the memories are just like yesterday.

Sandra 🧑‍🦰

[Pokapoka124]

I will say the feeling changes with time and rank. Accounts that have a rank ahead of them tend to be more excited about merits than those with legendary rank. IMO the pressure to get merits reduces when one become legendary member. I don’t remember who gave me my first merits and for what post but I do remember the members that supported me during my newbie days. 

[Belarge]

It feels way different from when I was a jrn member ; back then, I had alot of determination to achieving several ranks so I worked for it. I really wanted to know how it feels to be a hero member and probably, a legendary... I don't see any much difference anyway.

Every member have a level and story to tell. Still growing my account and I must say, all these years and months spent in the forum, really achieved alot and its good to watch ourselves growing taller. It can be easier to be on the winning side accompanied by hardwork and consistency in the good structural works. The feelings is always different and straight forward, atleast it gives hints on transforming into a upgraded level forum member. We know how important this is and the necessities it have become for us.

[Poker Player]

Congratulations poker player I guess 2000 merits will cheer you up and definitely put a smile on your face .

Indeed, that's nice of you.

Since I reached 1,000 merits, and if I remember correctly, someone also gave me the missing ones at once, I've felt receiving merits like quite routine, but I was already looking forward to seeing the 2,000, which although they do not involve acquiring any higher level, they are a cool round number.

[Fuso.hp]

If any post gets merit, then please be happy because the quality of the post is good and the post is informative, but some other member has given merit to that post or comment. Merit is very valuable and it is not so easy to get, when you post or make a comment the post and comment must be informative so that some other member can benefit or learn something new by reading your post or comment. When another member learns something new by reading your post, he will definitely try to give you credit. You have enough merit in your profile yet you will love it if you get merit in your post. Because getting merit is always exciting and enjoyable.

[johnsaributua]

Merit is a sweetener in this forum, although not worth cash per unit but can be very useful, especially motivation to post better and get account stability according to recorded activities.

Speaking of quality, yes, it varies;

• some prioritize content, even though it is short, concise and clear.
• Some prioritize story telling so that the discussion of 1 to another is so harmonious to learn.
• Some include detailed source links even though they come from outside the forum.
• There are those who review fun and provide good benefits for everyone
• etc

You and I and even all forum people here have different styles of speaking, and different patterns of thinking about a subject or interest. Do what you feel comfortable saying while keeping the rules as a wise poster. By the way congratulations on your current merit, I've also been in your position. and you have the opportunity to get a higher rank over time.

I also sometimes feel awkward if there is a discussion that is very serious and beyond my knowledge, and I prefer to enjoy the work of these great contributors. Even if I don't participate in the same thread, one day I will need it either in this forum or in real life. This forum for me has a lot of meaty material that can be accounted for every data truth. I assume this is a long-term positive effect of merit as well.

[Zigabel]

As newbies it's usually emotional and sometimes very exciting when you first get your first merit on a post in the forum and it's a very normal feeling as almost everyone even upto the legendary ranking was once at that point where they had that emotions and excitement on their first merit but what is most important is in you learning and improving yourself on the forum, if you get merited on a post, after your moment of emotions and excitement it's very important go back to your post and study that particular post, observe the pattern and the content of the post that attracted such merits so later in the future you can easily get merited by improving even more on that pattern with a better content.

Most times your merit is usually results from your contents, the quality and the constructive nature of such post because sometimes you may have good quality but because your posting construction isn't good enough, you may not sound reasonable enough to attract merit because the content of the post may have not been understood properly by readers.

[God bless u]

I think everyone would have gone through this phobia of not getting the merit points to your posts.many people delay to start just because of this shit that whether they'll be liked on the platform or not but if we continue posting helpful posts than merit us not a big issue. Never judge something that you have not done because you cannot reach the right decision unless you try it out.

Once people will start they should  make up their mind that they'll not get that much reward and it'll require plenty of hard work, so that when you'll reach success soon it'll boost your confidence and if I'm any case it takes time you'll not end up in demotivation as you already made up your mind before starting.

[tech30338]

if i don't get merited its okay because we all know that if you make a good post it will be merited by people who appreciate it, at the same time maybe the post is not much informative or maybe some already have posted almost same topic etc.,
having not been given a merit we should always improve the way we post if its out goal, we should not be feel bad of the situation, remember not all post are given merit, but to not feel disappointed just don't expect merit.

[GiftedMAN]

Personally I see merits as a reward for a job well done since it takes someone's account to the next rank and remembering my newbie days I felt very happy seeing that I was rewarded with 1merit the feeling was awesome as a newbie.Now as someone who has been here and understand that merits can actually be given freely to anyone who makes good post or good contributions, I try my best to do the needful so when I get merited for a post I smile and more on because i believe someone who sent it to must have seen something meaningful in the post before doing so.

[Faisal2202]

lastly, my first post was not merited and the feeling is not something I can say here, but I was still very curious and anxious to learn how to earn merits then, my second post was merited and that was when I felt that am beginning to understand the forum because i was very excited at my first merit even when I know that I don't have much merits now but that first feeling gave me hope that I will succeed and  learn more in the forum . So, friends  i will like to see how you felt at your first merits if you can make out time to share with me thanks.

Everyone's story is really inspiring and funny also because in my story I used to think merits are something that can only be bought and those who have earned it, must have some kind of link to the admins/forum and that's how they might get their merits. Well, but when I got to know that I have a local community here, I started to read their posts and made one post that got merit, then I realized about it (it is funny because I was not into writing posts back then I was only into bounty).

I got the first merit and I was shocked due to the misconception I had, but everytime I receive merit my joy has no place, especially on the posts that I made in replies, although there are times when you receive no merits but only appreciation and there are times when you don't receive merits at all, and you made a good effort in writing that topic. But yeah, getting merits is so uncertain and unsure on this forum because your one point can make place in someone else's heart and they can give you merit (if they have any, otherwise they will only appreciate).

[GbitG]

Because of fear and huge phobia to write nonsense, I started reading the posts of high ranked members, precisely from full member rank up to the legendary rank to know how they organize their words and come out with a quality post.

Hmmm right!
 
This is absolutely the right way, man. It will give you a lot of benefits. You should learn from your seniors. Your opinion is completely based on the facts. Look at the style of the big ranks member, how he describes the matter, and how he presents the matter to the people in posts that are based on.
 
So learning from the big ranks method can give you success, I myself have learned from the big ranks members of my community that the best way to do a post And by following this, I have been able to earn merit by posting. 
 
So it means that following big ranks can make you a great member, that is, you can earn merits and achieve high rank by following the same pattern.

[SOKO-DEKE]

Currently, if my post or replies have been merited, I don't feel some special because it is something that has been happening for a long time now, but the only moment I feel so special about earning merit was the first day my post was merited. I feel so excited that in the full day my face was full of smiles, and I believe that most members are special and happy when they first earn their first merits, but continuing to earn merits will not be that excited someone may be compared to the first merit earned.The only time I always feel that special again is when I rank up to another new rank, so the last merits I always earned for my new rank always make me so special. 

[Baban twince]

Merit is the most important factor that motivates members of this forum to read posts diligently because it arouses emotions. This is especially true for newbies; if they consistently respond to messages and make reasonable trades but still have no merit, someone will erroneously award them one, which will undoubtedly cause happiness and encouragement. "Merit" is a stimulant.

[Wakate]

It feels way different from when I was a jrn member ; back then, I had alot of determination to achieving several ranks so I worked for it. I really wanted to know how it feels to be a hero member and probably, a legendary... I don't see any much difference anyway.
I'd say; What really matters to me right now would be my reputation until whenever.. secondly, for the fact that merits are awarded strictly on how people tend to like a person in particular... It's weird how everything's changed and the memories are just like yesterday.

Sandra 🧑‍🦰

I could remember when I first got my first merit, I was very happy because I never expected it since I thought that it is only quality posts that brings merits and my definition of quality post then was different from my actual expectations. That is when I knew that one need to keep writing something that is useful and genuine for one to keep getting merits not passing the wrong information to others. It feels good to get merit and that is what many newbies had been trying their possible best to keep getting even when they are writing less posts to deserve a merit. We need to check what others are writing to get merits so we don't keep deceiving ourselves of looking for merit

[sotelorene]

My mood when I saw merit on,my profile was something I can't explain, I felt like someone with a Bitcoin and it also  give's me this vibe that I am actually learning and improving. Sometimes merit I actually encourage people to continue learning, pushing, pressing hard etc. but I have come to realized that the more you keep posting or replying to be earn merit the more you keeping not earning or having it  and I think most important thing is knowing why you are here and doing what you are suppose to do.

[Ojima-ojo]

Merits or no merit I don't have any feeling attached to it because I know that is not my problems and besides during the merits system my profile were airdropped with huge volume so since then I have earned more to have gotten to this stage but it doesn't trigged me anymore except those newbie who are eagerly to grow and increase in their rank. Merits is what determined how quality your post is and how creative you are, otherwise anyone who doesn't make merits show how low his post is or maybe he doesn't post on a regular board because I believe there are boards that attracts merits such as, for example Local board is another place to grow more quickly than any other board here.

You guys were lucky to have been around the forum before the implementation of the merits system and of course being able to blend through the system since you have it lay before you to learn everything about the merit system from beginning, unlike some of us who are still new to the forum and met the merits system on ground we did not have the opportunity of having merits airdrops but all the same we are favoured by other forum member who awarded us with merits to achieve and get to where we are right now.


I can say I am one of the luckiest member, because as a newbie then, some merits source and other forum members motivated me alot by giving me multiple merits beyond my imagination, on just a single thread, that action build the motivations in me to push forward in creating good contribution to discussion, and up till my current rank, I have enjoy such love from this forum.