Overall, the current rally is different than any we have seen (although, it would be the first I'm actually experiencing). After a couple of bull runs, investors have become more aware, and would have learnt from previous experience. They've seemed to also raise the expectations, BTC is currently closing in on $19k with no real excitement in the market or media and also no hyper fomo yet, makes me assume we're only getting started.
Thanks for your input....I agree this feels more like a start then an end. 
I believe crypto users are smarter and more knowledgeable than before. Also, for those noncrypto users that will join this community, they are more cautious now. Unlike in 2017 hype, a lot of people bought their crypto because of the hype without making any analysis first about the investments. I guess, that's their learning phase when it comes to crypto investments.