To be thankful to person that hurt you, and to be thankful for them being an adversity and opportunity is not the same thing

however, I think you already know that

Also I have seen you share that article to others; but compare correctly, few bullies give people time to correct or research other possible outcomes.

He's perhaps an entertaining jackass, or a talented Steemian (like you) who knows how to yield his influence in measure, but a pain old bully is someone who always backs down when confronted with truth and harm. He's standing firm on different Steem principles and his own politically incorrect prerogative (which is less a factor if you can deminish one's own ego), but don't mistaken hurt coming from a conflict you choose to jump into vs being just being a victim. You will lose respect and followers if you can't differentiate the difference.

Do the thought experiment again, perhaps you missed something there....and it's ok if you do, give yourself time to learn.

BTW. you have now had the first tasted of the true power of the Steem blockchain and only in its micro-ecosystem, someday watch it spread into the macro economical system. Be prepared when that day comes, keep learning.