OP, I've posted similar things to yourself on here too, and been told that its nothing new or has been said before etc. Yes, it might have been said before, but where is it now? probably dozens of pages back where nobody is going to see it.
People need to realise that, and stop with the doom and gloom as it only breeds more negativity.
Good post mate, and i hope you continue to be a valued member!
I second on this one, I think the best way to earn a merit is to just post what you think is quality post. If someone makes any harsh comments (e.g. "not something new", "poor english grammar", "use search button", etc), just do not mind them. You know your intention, and that is to help and contribute in the community. On the other hand, the people who are always criticizing the works of others are just people who cannot contribute anything hence they just focus their attention to the posters.