Hello Frank, I'm not a superhost yet but I've been preapproved to earn the badge on the next go around so I guess I'm doing something right. The thing is, I dont even have to try hard to do what I do. I have a full time job and this is just a side gig for me but never have I imagined I would love hosting this much. Maybe it's life's lessons or my religious customs but nothing give me greater joy than to see others happy and at peace and if I can contribute to that happiness, then that's a reward in itself. That being said, If I could give your post multi thumbs up, I would. You've expressed my exact thoughts. Being that I am new at this, it feels good to know it's normal to feel the way I do regarding the issue of "the thin line." I too have self check in and I always let my guests know to call me for whatever they need. I am a natural nuturer but I am very much cognizance of cultural diversity and that not everyone is as sociable as I am. Furthermore, there are people out there who are simply seeking refuge for peace, rest and alone time and the last thing they need is an overbearing host. It is also true that there are guests looking to get away or a fun time and meeting others and would love it if they'd get more input from their hosts, the thing is, hosts are not mind readers so some of us mostly go off vibes we feel upon meeting our guests. who knows, maybe that's one of the reasons AirBNB hosts experiences. We'll know then without the shadow of a doubt that guest are expecting to be entertained. However, if I live next door, I would definitely introduce myself, otherwise, how else would pick up on the vibes? lol. In my case I live a lil distance from my rental property but If I am on the property when my guests arrive, I can generally feel the vibes when I introduce myself. It feels very good meeting, but like you said, it's not always possible. So far I have been lucky to meet some of the kindess/sweetest guests ever, but I am also cognizance of the fact that there may be a day when I may meet an exception....
Well, I pray not ever and that the ones I meet will be a mirror of what I portray. Ok, I feel myself getting overbearing now. I just happen to like your post a lot.