TBH $6 isn't bad for a Medium story, which is why I think your decision to move on is the right one. I feel I should also be spending less time here, but keep being drawn back, wondering, if only I spend more time reading and engaging, can I turn it into a full-time salary. Trouble is, you have to try it to find out, and small wins don't transform the total fortunes - but the new tier might.