Instagram algorithm

When I first got to know about the Instagram algorithm I was kind of chilled, thought if my content is good nothing can stop me. I didn't care much. Asked my friends to save my post, that's it. As days passed by I noticed the decrease in reach of my posts, it was down terribly. From 25k+ to 2k - 3k. This was so disturbing, I started getting depressed and anxiety ruled over me. I felt discouraged as my post were not getting much reach and I thought about discontinuing my account and spoke about the same to my friends and my sister as she is the only one who supports me in this content creation job. I didn't post for few days, ignored every dms that asked for what's happening. But then one of my friend scolded me so much that I got determined and started shooting early in the morning as I couldn't give up so fast. I took the new update in a positive manner and started making reels more often, not every reels go well but I try my best. Engagement is not high always, sometimes it's less and sometime it's good. But I feel it's okay cause giving up is not okay. These numbers are just numbers and don't let them play with your mind. If you want to achieve something focus on it and remember no one can stop you from achieving your goals if you are determined to get them. My father once said follow 3 D's- Discipline, Determination, Dedication. And I abide by that. I would love to know your views on how you guys have taken the new instagram update? Do let me know, fam?