At this point, merits still make me happy, but not as much as when I was about to rank up. I think that it's obvious.
And yet I have to admit that what makes me happier now is not the fact that someone thought that my pizza, translation or simple reply was worthy of merit, but the fact that I have sMerits to share with others who deserve or need them more than me.
I wish something similar would happen with money: the world would be a much better place to live.
If only the whole world will have the same mindset like you, people will never suffer anymore but will live their life conveniently. However, reality hits that there will be more greedy around that are more possessive with money and title, and they think sharing their money to everyone is the last thing they would do.
When it comes to earning merits, I’m still happy and excited every time I earned some. And as long as the eagerness and motivation to participate in the forum is present, earning merits will always make me happy and proud, most especially if you come to share it with other deserving members in the forum.