Sometimes we see people do things we would NEVER do, but at the same time, we don't begrudge them the right.

<center> [source](https://www.google.com/search?q=steemit+upvote&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwizjvWL3I7jAhUix4sKHY-4BxkQ_AUIECgB&biw=1536&bih=723#imgrc=I97FDBcCLH3crM:)</center> Because on Steem we have the ability to upvote our own content, doors are wide open for users to abuse the system in order to maximize returns on their SP. While some might not agree with the fact that rampant self-voting is abusive behavior, I think that most will actually agree that it is. But exactly what percentage of self-voting would you consider to be abusive behavior? Let us know.

 Self-voting is nothing to be ashamed of. Of course, if it is in reasonable and non-abusive amounts. Let's discuss self-voting and your motivations to why you self-vote. Answer the poll and provide further clarification to what your exact % of self-votes in the last 30 days as seen on [SteemReports](http://www.steemreports.com/outgoing-votes-info)

Having read a few posts from more experienced members of the Steemit community such as and I've realised that self voting comments is sort of frowned upon. Now this is far from obvious to a newbie because

I have challenge myself not to vote my own post here on steemit and I made it. It's truly a tough challenge knowing my vote is at around $0.06 and most of my post earn only around $0.00 to $0.03. I hope

Following the lead of 100% vote traders, I'm going to mine for Steem in this alt-account until I can get a masternode or two on Social Wallet, in case that thing blows up. By the looks of it, I might have

In reference to: What is all the fuzz about last minute voting? I still don't get it and especially after reading this: Where can I find anything about the pro's and con's of voting on day 6 - 11th hour

Tonight the magic has finally happened and Steem has cracked a new all-time high record of market cap with over $600 million Dollars. The price was never as high since I am on the platform. Further I talk

They said so.. Well I don't know.. but I'm curious to undeestand what they meant.. "what goes around comes around." I'm not so sure if it's true but oh well let's see... and to see I have decided

스티밋 백서에 보면 남용(abuse)에 대한 이야기가 많이 나온다. 남용이라는 단어가 나오는 이유는 글을 쓰거나 보팅을 해서 얻는 스파나 SDB가 사유재산이 아니라는 공공재산이라는 개념에서 출발한다. 이건 무슨 소리? 이렇게 질문하실 시티미언들이 많을 것이다. 내가 글을 써서 받은 스파나 SDB가 왜 내것이냐 아니냐에 대한 나의 생각이 아직까지 정리되지 않았다.

For anyone that knows me understand that it takes a lot for me to come out and voice my concerns and I think that "a lot" point has been met. I have been on Steemit for about 3 months now and

I read that self voting is more financially rewarding, but these are possible financial advantages of curation. Curation might get you upvotes in return and or a new follower in addition to curation rewards.