Nostr Web Client

Curious what people are looking for on nostr. I just post what’s on my mind, irrespective of how it’ll be received, but it occurred to me people only occasionally here for that type of content.

I’m here for two reasons: (1) To find signal — I want to learn something or be reminded of something that’s true; and (2) to find an audience for my thoughts and observations, to distribute my “work.”

The first is hit or miss. There’s a lot of GM posts and a lot of technical posting that’s over my head. But there’s enough signal to make checking my feed worthwhile.

The second is also hit or miss. I find *some* engagement, have grown a surprisingly decent following, but many if not most posts go into the void. I also wonder why it matters, since I am not making a living in nostr, and following/engagement for its own sake is largely empty dopamine.

But I guess I envision a world where one *might* one day make a living just expressing thoughts and observations, and that amazingly utopian prospect keeps me going — imagine how cool it would be just to speak your mind and get paid for it.

To be clear, no one is obligated to read anyone else’s posts, and maybe my interests and worldview just don’t resonate with that many people. After all, I’m almost 54, and most of the people using this protocol are much younger. Would 30-YO me be interested in what I’m writing now? I’d like to think so, but maybe not.

But I really am curious why people are here — is it mostly theoretical, the idea that you are on a protocol, not a platform, that it’s freedom tech? Or is there something specific you get out of it?

₿oniz23⚡️🏴‍☠️🇮🇹 9mo ago

Hi chris 🏴‍☠️🤟😉 nice to meet yuo 🤝

Great reflections! I think a lot of people are here for a mix of reasons, but fundamentally, there’s a shift happening where we’re starting to value decentralized platforms more than the corporate controlled ones. For me, Nostr is more than just a place to post; it’s a space for building real connections outside the surveillance and manipulation of big tech.

I can relate to your thoughts about signal vs. noise sometimes the content here is dense and technical, but there’s a rawness and authenticity in this space that doesn’t feel as constrained as other platforms. Plus, there’s a real sense of potential for something bigger to emerge. Nostr is still in its infancy, and while the audience may be niche and the engagement sporadic, the possibility of growing a community based on shared values and interests is powerful.

Like you, I wonder how it could evolve into something more sustainable for content creators the idea of getting paid just for being yourself and sharing your insights is definitely a utopian dream, but I think that’s part of what excites people. It’s not just about platform growth but about creating something different, a place where ideas aren’t monetized by ads and algorithms but are valued for their intrinsic merit.

So, to answer your question: people are here for a bit of everything. Some are exploring the tech and the freedom it offers, others are looking for meaningful connections, and some just want to break free from the restrictions of traditional platforms. We’re all navigating this together, and I think that’s what makes it worthwhile, even when engagement feels like a slow burn. The hope for a better way to connect and share is what keeps the fire alive. 🧡

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