And so why does it matter if it's working or not? Are you gonna stop helping people because, well, they don't want it/appreciate it? Helping is something YOU decided on. Accepting it is the responsibility of the other side. People share stories and try to help people because they want others to start moving for themselves. Most addiction cases only get fixed IF the person themselves takes the first step towards fixing themselves.

And well, if it makes you feel like it's a waste of time then I reckon you can stop. That wouldn't stop others who truly want to help though. I don't think anyone needs to be validated for trying to help others by others anyway.