Patience is key. As you stream, don't feel down because there is a lack of words in your chat. Stream as if you are being watched because...

At one point not long after I started streaming, I was broadcasting multiple days a week for about 4 to 6 hours in a metal backed dining...

Your community will be reflective of you. And this goes for your mods as well. I've spoke of different factors that can weigh on you...