I tend not to read bitter posts as it does nothing to help. Most first worlders aren't doing it for the Hive anymore but for community I think. Unless you happen to be someone who gets regular whale and friends in high place votes and stands to earn a little better than the average Joe here. 

> why would you want to pull all of it out? Why not build your account so you can earn more down the road. 

See I've always had a problem with this thinking. Sometimes people have to pull out as they really need the money - who are we to judge? And when bitter sentiment reaches highs, it's no wonder people cash out. I think some people like to grow their account just because they like the power of brings. Hive hasn't been a get rich scheme for years. 

I still like it though, otherwise I wouldnt be here running a community and posting. There will come a time I'll just get jack of it though. I'm not sure financial incentive will help at that point.