It is always nice to see responses to posts. There is no doubt that social media is a bit narcissistic and masturbatory, but getting responses lets you know that your missives are resonating, and that folks are either enjoying them or pissed off at you. So although it's reassuring to log in and see "12" or "32" on the notifications, it's even nicer to see when those responses are quotes/replies. Then you know that you are promoting real conversation, not just screaming into the void of space,
When it's all just "reacted". and no "quoted" I find myself complaining to myself "Just a bunch of reactionaries here!"
When it's all just "reacted". and no "quoted" I find myself complaining to myself "Just a bunch of reactionaries here!"