Got awarded awards for nothing

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The user received multiple awards, including "homework helper" and "insight thread," despite not actively participating in helping others recently. They express confusion over the awards, questioning if there is a bug in the system. The user notes their decreased activity compared to previous years and highlights disappointment in not receiving a "Mentor" badge. The discussion reflects concerns about the validity of the award system. Overall, the user seeks clarification on the unexpected recognition.
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Today I got awarded several awards such as homework helper, insight thread (maybe one insight is from a question I asked a few years ago?), in any case, I have been much more silent than in the past. I guess something is bugged.

I didn't help anyone last year or this year to do their homework. What happened?
 
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