Whats that you say, favoriting a post is functionally useless because there's no algorithm on Mastodon?

Tell that to my instant gratification addicted lizard brain that's getting hit with a tidal wave of dopamine every time my phone vibrates.

@lowqualityfacts Favouriting a public post makes it appear higher on the explore page, same as a boost, as long as the author is opted-in...
@Gargron Thank you for the information captain, I promise that I will try my best to lower the quality for my next post.