You have as of today 3.6K claps for this story and over 60 comments. I am now in your shoes envious of how much more successful you are. It’s all relative, isn’t it. Your story really resonated. I too stopped following, subscribing, and interacting with, for precisely the same reason. And also felt scammed (too harsh?). I hope we both stay true to ourselves and the friends who follow us. Best wishes! Please keep writing!