This is a problem I have seen from so many people starting out on this platform. The feeling of discouragement and lack of visibility. Not getting the attention you feel you deserve. I know this because I felt "exactly " the same way when I first started out. In fact, I reckon the "taking some time out" aspect of Steemit is integral to actually starting out in the first place. Hell, I did it. When my posts were making nothing after nothing after nothing, I left for a bit and after some reflection, began again. Because the way I saw it, if I shun the platform, my chances of success "are" zero, without a shadow of a doubt. But man, the recognition came after some time. Many posts later, but it did arrive. And I honestly hope the same happens for you.