To Listeners, I do not do random casual conversations. You can message me for 7cups related questions and mentoring. I reply to PMs as soon as I can.  If messaging, let me know if you are seeking peer support, mentoring, or chat support. I can also edit Forum Posts. To Members:  I have been honored to be a listener since June 2016.  Time boundaries and personal boundaries are important for me as I do not talk about myself or use this for support and I have limited time. I do not offer advice as that can be harmful to you. I am able to support any topic outside of sext, active suicidal ideation, or homicidal ideas. If you feel like you're in crisis (Suicidal, homicidal, self-harming), please check out this helpful resource [https://www.7cups.com/crisis/].  I mostly offer support in the group room as a Moderator and the forums as a Community Mentor. I do accept chats, if it is a topic I support. If you are contacting me, please let me know in a few words what our conversation will be about. If you need immediate support, I recommend you browse [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/] for a listener who is online. If you have been referred to me, please send me a message and let me know you are a referral. By the way, my favorite color is Blue. What's yours?

*** I am really sorry but I am giving up all my site roles as of November due to my health issues and personal life taking over. So I probably wont be responding to messages. *** When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.  -Harriet Beecher Stowe Hello everyone! *Waves* Its me, River. Welcome to my bio <3  For members:  I am here to listen about anything you want to talk about and be there for you. I might not be able to lessen your pain but I will try to share your pain and understand the situation you might be at the moment. I am also totally okay to talk randomly if you are feeling alone and ask icebreaker questions to eachother. I am usually good at chat related to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, BPD, forgiveness, grief, trauma and abuse. I. however am not taking sexual chats, sorry about it! <3  For Listeners: I have been around 7cups from more than 2 years, so if you need any help about anything related to 7cups, please dont hesitate to leave a pm. My involvement in 7cups:  Forum Mentor Leader: I work on logistic and organization side of forum team and help with trainings and onboarding of forum team members. I am around if you ever have any questions regarding forums and leadership positions related to it in general. Forum Mentor: I am a global forum mentor <3  Global group mod: I help in group rooms to keep them safe place for everyone. <3  My special twins:  @Love8890 (She is mah soul sistah <3 We also confuse people all around due to same pfp hahahaha! I love ya Sel sel <3 ) @HeyItsRoo (Caught chu :p I miss catchiing youu <3 ) *passes out cookies for reaching till the end of mah bio*  

Hello! I chose the picture of an apple because it represents to me growth and potential. The apple can grow to become the best apple it can be. I think we all have potential, and I also believe that most people are not solely good or bad- we are a combination of light and dark. That's just human nature. I've been here since 2013, and I am now in my 30s. I have always been told I'm a good listener and person to come to. People have come to me years after talking to them because they remembered I was someone to confide in. I like to think of myself as open minded, non judgmental, and compassionate. I try to be honest, but tactfully so. I find the best people in my life are those that tell me what I need to hear, not what I want to hear, and that is something I practice with others. I hope to be here for you, and I will cheerlead you on. I cannot give advice, but I will be a support for you. I take casual chats, so even if you're just bored or need someone to talk to and don't have a pressing issue, I am happy to talk to you.  My strengths lie in the subjects I have listed on my profile, so I will not be the best fit for everyone (and that is okay!). I hope everyone can get the help they need from whoever it is, even if it's not me. If I cannot help you, I will let you know and try to connect you with someone that can. I do the best with chats that can be asynchronous, as my schedule varies and I don't want to promise I can sit down for a real time chat if I cannot. That is unfair to both of us time wise, and time is a precious thing. Updated March 23, 2023 I have joined the admin team as a Quality Specialist for the volunteer community. I am still involved in all the things below, but as I am now involved widely across the site in different ways, if you need to know who to talk to regarding any of the below activities, please PM me and I will direct you to who you should talk to, whether it be me or someone else. If you have questions about anything Quality related, please PM me!

Head of Content and Product Team Member  I am unfortunately unable to take member chats at this moment. I strongly believe in psychology - as a psychology student - I view our Psyches/psychology to be a key for all success in life. I believe that soulfully, we are all butterflies - we suffer from trials and misfortunes, and bit by bit, we are purified by our sufferings, until we are able to soar like a great butterfly. But the greatest thing amongst the chaos of this world, is that we can unite in the face of darkness in order to grasp the light. Conquer your life today, and reach out whenever needed! 🦋I am a verified, trained active listener with experience on several leadership teams here. I believe in the power of listening and motivating one another for success. Apart from my work here, I am a bookworm, poet, and lifelong learner. I enjoy advocating mental health and have leadership experience and training. 🦋 My journey at 7 Cups started as an intern. I graduated my internship here with honors, and put together a project on Social Media Depression (link found at the end of my bio). 🦋 My current roles include being the Programs Coordinator - I oversee the Content Volunteer Team and the Translations Project. I also enjoy being a Peer Supporter, Moderator/Room Supporter, as well as a forum-worm). 🦋 In the past, I have loved being the CML for the Veterans and Military Support Community and the Family and Caregivers Support Community as well. I have worked with great teams including the 35+ and 50+ subcommunities, and have been a discussion writer and feed team member as well. 🦋 I have not been raised or born in Pakistan and am only just recently adjusting to the culture/norms associated with the country. My first and primary language is English and I am not fluent enough in Urdu. Kindly respect that. 🦋If you are interested in learning more about the Community Projects and the Honors project, discussed above, please click the links below. Thank you! My Content Garden [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdatesInformationFortheCommunity_100/SoulfullyAButterflysContentGarden_2136/] Social Media Depression [https://tinyurl.com/y5ddog37/]

I'm glad you have found me on 7 cups. I'm here to listen to you. Feel free to tell me anything you want. My roles on 7 Cups are: Peer Support Chatroom Mentor  Quality Mentor Leader Forum Mentor Group Support  Mentor  Group moderator Listener Coach Care Team Guide Chat Support ATL Verifiers Team Teen Transition Mentor Group Support Ambassador I have some amazing friends here. My listener twins are: Asilentobserver sweetmango3 IzzyMay They are fantastic💜  

Sorry not accepting member chats at this time other than regular members that I listen to. Please see here for a listener:  https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/] I like to help others and like to be helped also. Created the following to help everyone please let me know if there is a web site that I should add as a resource:             ACT resources     -  An Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy [https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/two-takes-depression/201102/introduction-acceptance-and-commitment-therapy]   CBT resources -  How CBT can help [http://dbtselfhelp.com/SelfHelpCourse.pdf] -  Anxiety Worksheets [https://www.psychologytools.com/category/anxiety/] -  Cognitive distortions [https://psychcentral.com/lib/15-common-cognitive-distortions/] -  Health anxiety [https://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/healthanxiety.htm] -  psychologytools.com/download-therapy-worksheets.html [https://psychologytools.com/download-therapy-worksheets.html]   DBT resources -  psychcentral.com/lib/an-overview-of-dialectical-behavior-therapy/ [https://psychcentral.com/lib/an-overview-of-dialectical-behavior-therapy/] -  lmgroeszpsychotherapy.com [https://lmgroeszpsychotherapy.com] -  Coping with Flashbacks [https://www.dbtselfhelp.com/CopingwithFlashbacks.pdf] -  Feelings wheel [https://threetofivefourtwentyfour.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/feelings-wheel.jpg] -  Turning the mind [https://www.dbtselfhelp.com/html/turning_the_mind.html] Activity Scheduling Activities can be connected to the way you feel. If you track feelings of depression, you may discover that when you are depressed you are more passive and less active. Following the observation that depressed people tend to stop doing pleasurable activities, depression treatments often emphasize increasing the weekly number of pleasurable activities. Additional ways to improve mood: Surround yourself with people who have a positive impact on you Invest in friendships and have a “go to” person that you can trust Become more forgiving - forgive yourself and forgive others [http://letmebeme1.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/reach-steps-to-forgiveness.doc] Build on areas of strength and note evidence for new beliefs that replace old negative beliefs (praise yourself for things you accomplish) Keep a gratitude journal [http://www.wikihow.com/Start-a-Gratitude-Journal]   Coping skills -  Alphabet of Stress Management and Coping Skills [http://rwjms.rutgers.edu/departments_institutes/cf_center/documents/Alphabet-of-Coping-Skills-Interventions.pdf] -  Adult Pleasant Activities [http://dbtselfhelp.com/html/adult_pleasant_activities.html] -  Adult Pleasant Events [https://www.dbtselfhelp.com/html/er_handout_8.html] -  99 Coping Skills [http://www.yourlifeyourvoice.org/Pages/tip-99-coping-skills.aspx]   Books -  5 love languages and then discuss it [http://www.5lovelanguages.com/] -  Mindfulness for borderline personality disorder [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mindfulness-for-borderline-personality-disorder-blaise-aguirre/1113506892?ean=9781608825653&st=PLA&sid=BNB_DRS_BN+Bing+Books_00000000&2sid=Bing_e&sourceId=PLBiP74830#/]   Contacts -  Cancer [https://www.cancercenter.com/] -  Cahoots [http://whitebirdclinic.org/cahoots/] -  Doctor Reviews [http://doctor-lookup.com/doctor-reviews/] -  Doctor Specialists [http://doctor-lookup.com/doctor-specialists/] -  Acupuncture [https://www.medicinenet.com/acupuncture/article.htm] -  Chiropractor [https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/chiropractic-pain-relief] -  Dermatologists [http://doctor-lookup.com/types-of-doctors/dermatologists/] -  ENT – Ear, Nose, Throat [http://enthealth.com/] -  Find A Hospital [http://doctor-lookup.com/find-a-hospital/] -  Find A Physician [http://doctor-lookup.com/find-a-physician/] -  Find top rated doctor in my area [http://doctor-lookup.com/find-top-rated-doctor-in-my-area/] -  GI - gastroenterology [http://gi.org/] -  Gynecologists [http://doctor-lookup.com/doctor-specialists/gynecologists/] -  Doctor search [http://doctor-lookup.com/doctor-specialists/gynecologists/] -  What to expect from visit [https://www.webmd.com/women/guide/what-to-expect-from-an-ob-gyn-visit] -  Hospital Reviews [http://doctor-lookup.com/hospital-reviews/] -  How To Find A Doctor That Accepts My Insurance [http://doctor-lookup.com/how-to-find-a-doctor-that-accepts-my-insurance/] -  How To Search For Doctors That Accept Medicaid [http://doctor-lookup.com/how-to-search-for-doctors-that-accept-medicaid/] -  Massage [https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/massage-therapy-styles-and-health-benefits] -  OBGYNs [http://doctor-lookup.com/types-of-doctors/obgyns/] -  Ophthalmologist and Optometrists: Similarities and Differences [https://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22559] -  Types of Doctors [http://doctor-lookup.com/types-of-doctors] -  Urgent Care [https://www.pronto.com/shopping?qo=semQuery&ad=semA&q=closest%20urgent%20care&o=758071&ag=fw&an=google_s&rch=us189&gclid=CjwKCAiA15vTBRAHEiwA7Snfc8VNjZBhqok_XSUhCRtxBGnP3fHLlIMlbRJQA4WqT4xL7sn3gnZaBRoCFvQQAvD_BwE] -  Find a Trusted Mental Health Treatment Center for You [https://www.nowmentalhealth.com/] -  Hourglass [http://www.columbiacare.org/hourglass-community-crisis-center.html] -  Mission [http://www.missionforthehomeless.org/] -  NAMI [http://www.nami.org/] -  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 800-273-8255/Text 741741 (Text Start) [https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/] -  Pleasant activities list [https://search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=AwrTHQr7ImlazF0AHw9XNyoA;_ylc=X1MDMjc2NjY3OQRfcgMyBGZyA21jYWZlZQRncHJpZAM0eU4zVWdVUFJaZWtpTXJwZXlNTzFBBG5fcnNsdAMwBG5fc3VnZwMxMARvcmlnaW4Dc2VhcmNoLnlhaG9vLmNvbQRwb3MDMQRwcXN0cgNwbGVhc2FudCBhY3Rpdml0aWVzBHBxc3RybAMxOQRxc3RybAMyOARxdWVyeQNwbGVhc2FudCUyMGFjdGl2aXRpZXMlMjBsaXN0BHRfc3RtcAMxNTE2ODM5NzAyBHVzZV9jYXNlAw--?p=pleasant+activities+list&fr2=sa-gp-search&fr=mcafee&type=C211US0D20171208] -  Couples [https://www.regain.us/?utm_source=Bing&utm_medium=Search_PPC_c&utm_term=couples+therapist_p&utm_content=1341404204729162&network=o&placement=%7Bplacement%7D&target=%7Btarget%7D&matchtype=p&utm_campaign=271855581&ad_type=text&adposition=%7Badposition%7D&msclkid=e3a3f8957710168c7655a2fd7018c8fa&gor=home] -  Find a therapist [http://www.find-a-therapist.com/] -  Open Source Counseling [http://www.betterhelp.com/] -  Optometrist [https://visioncarehelp.com/what-you-should-look-for-in-an-optometrist/] -  Psychologytoday [https://www.psychologytoday.com/] -  Types of Therapists [https://www.talkspace.com/blog/2016/08/the-different-types-of-therapists-and-counselors-the-complete-guide/] -  List of suicide crisis lines [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines?utm_term=depression+call+lines&utm_content=p1-main-1-title&utm_medium=sem&utm_source=google_s&utm_campaign=adid-b95a494a-6cb8-4ba0-81b0-f9bbab0d21f9-0-ab_gsb_ocode-35399&ad=semD&an=google_s&am=broad&q=depression+call+lines&o=35399&qsrc=999&l=sem&askid=b95a494a-6cb8-4ba0-81b0-f9bbab0d21f9-0-ab_gsb] -  befrienders.org - helps you find helplines by country [http://www.befrienders.org/] -  imalive.org - an online crisis chat service, for anyone anywhere in the world. [https://www.imalive.org/] -  Psych Central Common Hotline Phone Numbers [https://psychcentral.com/lib/common-hotline-phone-numbers/] -  suicide.org - List of suicide helplines [http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html] -  suicidestop.com - helps you find online chat, emergency numbers and crisis hotlines for many different countries in the world [http://suicidestop.com/suicide_prevention_chat_online.html] -  Warmline [http://warmline.org/] -  White Bird [http://whitebirdclinic.org/cahoots/] -  WomanSpace [https://womanspace.org/]   Self-help guides -  7cups [https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php]   Other Links -  Abortion [https://www.webmd.com/women/tc/abortion-topic-overview] -  Advice for Teens [https://www.liveabout.com/teens-4145429] -  Alcohol [https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/alcohol] -  Anger and Aggression [https://www.psychologicalselfhelp.org/Chapter7.pdf] -  Anxiety [https://www.rtor.org/anxiety] -  Bible Study [http://www.greatbiblestudy.com/] -  Breathing Exercises And Techniques [https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/body-mind-spirit/stress-anxiety/breathing-three-exercises/] -  Detox Local [https://www.detoxlocal.com/resources/domestic-violence-addiction/] -  Exercises for Relaxation [https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-management-breathing-exercises-for-relaxation] -  Problems [https://medlineplus.gov/breathingproblems.html] -  Problems: Causes, Tests, and Treatments [https://www.webmd.com/lung/breathing-problems-causes-tests-treatments] -  Coping with Depression [https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/coping-with-depression.htm] -  Crisis hotlines the recovery group [http://www.therecoverygroup.org/special/crisis.html] -  Depression [https://cmhc.utexas.edu/depression.html] - A majority of people experience depression at least once during their lifetime, but they may or may not be aware of it. Understanding what depression is begins the journey toward recovering from depression. You may not realize that depression symptoms are not just emotional. Depression is much more than a low mood, feeling sad, and being irritable. There are cognitive (e.g., self-criticism and hopeless thoughts), behavioral (e.g., isolating from others and having difficulty ’getting started’ with activities), and physical (e.g., sleep problems and change in appetite) symptoms as well. The mind and body are very much connected, and the way that depression affects someone demonstrates that strong connection. Learn more about what depression is by reading the Depression Guide on 7 Cups of Tea’s website. You can also talk to someone about your experience of depression by requesting to chat with one of our listeners.Millions of people suffer from depression everyday? [https://www.7cups.com/what-does-depression-feel-like/] How do I know if I'm depressed or if I'm just sad? [http://www.7cups.com/qa-depression-3/im-sad-or-im-depressed-how-do-i-know-650/] -  Forgiveness [https://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/forgiveness] -  How to Get Help [https://www.safehelpline.org/how-to-get-help.cfm] -  Key To a Happier Future [https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/forgiveness/] -  Letting go of grudges and bitterness [https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/forgiveness/art-20047692] -  Minors Legal Questions and Answers [https://answers.uslegal.com/minors]   Panic Attacks -  10 Ways to Stop a Panic Attack [https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/therese-borchard-sanity-break/ways-stop-panic-attack/?slot=2&xid=nl_EHNLemohealth_2018-08-29&utm_source=Newsletters&utm_content=2018-08-29&utm_campaign=Mental%20Health%20and%20Mood%20Disorders&eh_uid=20175999] -  Psychology and its practice [http://www.guidetopsychology.com/forgive.htm] -  Psychologytoday [https://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/forgiveness] -  What Does the Bible Say [https://www.thoughtco.com/what-does-the-bible-say-about-forgiveness-701968] -  Guide to Women's Self Defense and Self Protection [https://www.datehookup.com/singles-content-a-free-guide-to-womens-self-defense-and-self-protection.htm] -  Healing Self-Hate [http://www.cyquest.com/pathway/healing_self_hate.html] -  Healthy Relationships, Sexuality and Disability [http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/docs/dph/com-health/prevention/hrhs-sexuality-and-disability-resource-guide.pdf] -  Help with your sex life [https://www.relate.org.uk/relationship-help/help-sex] -  How to help a friend who is being abused [https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/get-help/how-help-friend] -  Instant Self-Denfense [http://www.ashidakim.com/isd.pdf] -  Self Help Resources [https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/self_help.asp] -  Womens Health [https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/hotlines/] -  MentalHelp - Comprehensive Mental Health and Mental Illness information on topics like Depression, Bipolar, Suicide, Anxiety, Addiction, Schizophrenia, and more. [https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/self-soothing-techniques-distraction/] -  Mindfulness meditation [https://search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=A0SO81Aoymda1mcAfQJXNyoA;_ylc=X1MDMjc2NjY3OQRfcgMyBGZyA21jYWZlZQRncHJpZANoTkp0dzJCR1I3aXd1emx6emVka3FBBG5fcnNsdAMwBG5fc3VnZwM5BG9yaWdpbgNzZWFyY2gueWFob28uY29tBHBvcwMwBHBxc3RyAwRwcXN0cmwDMARxc3RybAMzNgRxdWVyeQNtaW5kZnVsbmVzcyUyMG1lZGl0YXRpb24lMjBleGVyY2lzZXMEdF9zdG1wAzE1MTY3NTE0NjA-?p=mindfulness+meditation+exercises&fr2=sb-top&fr=mcafee&type=C211US0D20171208] -  A Bad Dream Is More Than Just A Dream: The Science Of Nightmares [http://www.medicaldaily.com/bad-dream-more-just-dream-science-nightmares-327586] -  Adult nightmares [https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/guide/nightmares-in-adults] -  Causes and facts [https://www.medicinenet.com/nightmares/article.htm] -  How can you interpret dreams [https://www.reference.com/world-view/can-interpret-dreams-a4efcf28e723efd?aq=causes+nightmares&qo=similarQuestions] -  Research and Treatments [https://www.sleepassociation.org/patients-general-public/nightmares/] -  Prevent nightmares [https://www.reference.com/world-view/ways-prevent-nightmares-a6c74bafdfe2d023?aq=causes+nightmares&qo=similarQuestions] -  Psychologytoday [https://www.psychologytoday.com/conditions/nightmares] -  Sleep Disorders [https://oregon.providence.org/our-services/p/providence-sleep-disorders-centers/?utm_campaign=WP+%7C+G+%7C+S+%7C+Non-Brand+%7C+Sleep+Health+%7C+General&utm_term=sleep+disorder&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&cro=&gclid=CjwKCAiA15vTBRAHEiwA7Snfc5x1awmBEGftvxLesQsZxtM2bIYVQaRgxTn1H1LgfwvX0K0QSMQyvxoCVG0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CN6vob3X79gCFT_J4wcdK8wGeQ] -  Sleep Education [http://www.sleepeducation.org/sleep-disorders-by-category/parasomnias/nightmares/overview] -  Parents & Teachers: Tips & Advice for Talking to Teens About Sex [http://www.pamf.org/parenting-teens/sexuality/talking-about-sex/sex-talk.html] -  PTSD: National Center for PTSD [https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/trauma/war/military-sexual-trauma.asp] -  Women and PTSD [http://ptsdtreatmenthelp.com/women-and-ptsd] -  Child sexual abuse [https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/Facts_for_Families_Pages/Child_Sexual_Abuse_09.aspx] -  Dealing with Rape [https://dealingwithrape.com/] -  How to Prevent a Potential Rape [https://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-a-Potential-Rape] -  Help after rape and sexual assault [https://www.nhs.uk/livewell/sexualhealth/pages/sexualassault.aspx] -  If your child is raped [http://kidshealth.org/en/parents/rape.html] -  http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/ -  https://www.helpguide.org/articles/ptsd-trauma/recovering-from-rape-and-sexual-trauma.htm -  Medical Examination of the Rape Victim [http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/gynecology-and-obstetrics/domestic-violence-and-rape/medical-examination-of-the-rape-victim] -  Raiin [https://www.rainn.org/] -  Rape Victims Prone to Suicide [http://www.suicide.org/rape-victims-prone-to-suicide.html] -  Sex, Sexuality, and Sexual Disorders [https://psychcentral.com/sex/] -  Sexual Assault Survivor's Guide [http://www.csbsju.edu/chp/sexual-assault-survivors-guide] -  Sexual Misconduct Law and Legal Definition [https://definitions.uslegal.com/s/sexual-misconduct] -  Statutory Rape: A guide to state laws and reporting requirements [https://aspe.hhs.gov/report/statutory-rape-guide-state-laws-and-reporting-requirements] -  Survivors Chat [http://www.survivorschat.com/] -  Things Not to Say to a Survivor of a Sexual Crime [http://www.hopeforhealing.org/not.html] -  What is Sexual Violence [http://www.mncasa.org/what-is-sexual-violence] -  Recovering Your Mental Health [https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Recovering-Your-Mental-Health-A-Self-Help-Guide/SMA-3504] -  How Can I Satisfy My Sexual Desire If I’m Destined For Singleness [http://purefreedom.org/single-desire] Read the book5 love languages [http://www.5lovelanguages.com/]and then discuss it -  Setting boundaries [https://www.ipfw.edu/affiliates/assistance/selfhelp/relationship-settingboundaries.html] -  Understanding Ourselves and Our Relationships [http://www.psychologicalselfhelp.org/Chapter9.pdf] -  https://www.rainn.org/articles/self-care-after-trauma -  Self Growth [http://www.selfgrowth.com/] -  Self Injury outreach and support [https://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/guide/sex-therapy-counseling#1] -  Self-Soothing Techniques: Distraction [https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/self-soothing-techniques-distraction/] -  Sex Addicts Anonymous [https://saa-recovery.org/] -  Sex Therapy [https://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/guide/sex-therapy-counseling#1] -  Social Anxiety [https://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/adult_hmsocial.pdf] -  Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care for Family Caregivers [https://www.caregiver.org/taking-care-you-self-care-family-caregivers] -  Teaching kids consent ages 1-21 [https://everydayfeminism.com/2013/03/teaching-kids-consent-ages-1-21/] -  Teen Health [http://teenshealth.org/en/teens/your-mind/] -  Therapy Worksheets and Handouts [https://www.pinterest.com/amandababb/therapy-worksheets-and-handouts/] -  Trauma Self-Help Books & Workbooks [http://www.trauma-pages.com/s/wrkbks.php] -  Why do men rape women [https://www.2knowmyself.com/why_do_men_rape_women] -  Women self defense [http://www.womensselfdefense-seps.com/]

Sorry if you are a member or guest looking to chat, I am not currently accepting new personal requests for chats. You can browse for a listener. https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ . You may also find these helpful https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php     https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php Some people find that mindfulness helps them cope. The video Resource Library https://www.7cups.com/forum/mindfulness/ResourceLibrary_1062/2016presentMindfulnessVideos_72071/ If you might consider a paid text therapy on 7cups, then this may be of interest https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/ExcitingNewFeaturefor7CupsOnlineTherapyandCoaching_319430/ The other resource is various therapy topics  https://www.7cups.com/experts/catalog/topics/ All the best to you. Again sorry I cannot help you but my personal workload does not allow openings for that at this time.  

. . .  if you just say hi, do you really just want a hi back? Something to think about perhaps when approaching a listener for the first time. It is much more helpful for everyone to actually say something that can lead to a good listening experience. I am unable to take on new chats from members right now. Please understand and choose another listener instead. Don't forget to use the filter/search function to find a more suitable listener https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/  "I am glad you have found me here at 7 Cups! I am happy to listen to you on many topics. I have experience in lots of different areas - anxiety, depression, and mental illness, families, and relationships, love, school, college, or work-related problems, financial stress, healthy living, food, and special diets, I can also offer support for chronic pain, illness, and disabilities. I am part of both the adult and the teen listening team, (and yes I can still remember being a teen lol) and I also offer long-term support to those that I can and who are in need. If I am not online then you are welcome to leave me a message -  but please tell me what you want to talk about so we can get off to a flying start. I will get back to you when I am next able, but please bear in mind that I get a lot of messages and I will reply to the most urgent first so if you just say hi, do you really just want a hi back? If you are a teen turning 18 soon then you can apply for one of the Teen Transitioning Team to reach out and support you through the transition from the teen side to the 18+ adult side.  The form is here ~~~> https://bit.ly/7CupsTTM [https://bit.ly/7CupsTTM] If you have any feedback or ideas for the Hobby Zone sub-community then please fill out this form ~~> https://bit.ly/7CupsHZform  At weekends my response will be slower as that is usually my time off from 7Cups, and I may not respond to any PMs or new requests till Monday. I  hope you understand that. We all need time for ourselves to recharge our batteries and relax.  ONE STEP AT A TIME "We all have different-sized footsteps that we leave behind on our journey through life. Sometimes we can change the size of our footsteps, the imprint, the impact, the direction. Sometimes our footsteps land on rock and they do not show, or they land on sand and stay for a while, Other times they get washed away by massive oceans or powerful waves. But each and every footstep is important in so many ways. Ways that we may not even know about. Watch your step, think about your steps, plan your next step, and the rest will follow."  Listening ... one step at a time Quote of Acceptance When we don't accept an undesired event, it becomes Anger, When we accept it, it becomes tolerance. When we don't accept uncertainty, it becomes fear, When we accept it, it becomes an adventure,  When we don't accept other's bad behavior toward us, it becomes hatred, When we accept it, it becomes forgiveness. When we don't accept other's success, it becomes jealousy When we accept it, it becomes an inspiration. Acceptance is the key to handling life well !! Butterflies are a symbol of hope that we can all change from a small brown grub into a beautiful amazing butterfly! One step at a time! "Those who never change their minds, never change anything!" (Winston S. Churchill) "Prepare for the worst, but hope for the best!"  (B. Disraeli) Pearls are a great symbol of the grace we create, for the oyster creates its greatest work of art from an irritant.

Proud triplet of the terrific trio @InternalAcceptance and @Chassymom    Former leader of the addiction support team and have since passed the torch on to @InternalAcceptance. So proud of my amazing tripply <3 Hi there, I'm AJ but you can call me vinyl, viny or fly. Welcome to my listener profile. Glad you're here with us on 7 cups.    I'm a verified active listener. I'm happy to support you on your journey and help you navigate the bumps in the road you may come across. I've driven over many myself and have acquired much wisdom and compassion along the way. Message me if you're looking for a caring, wise and open-minded set of ears. I'm passionate about helping people in need and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a major in Psychology and minor in Sociology. I've spent most of my career working with youth with special needs and have recently been spending much of my time volunteering with a local peer-based harm reduction group. I'm happy to chat about whatever's on your mind but I have the most knowledge in the areas of anxiety and panic attacks, drug/alcohol use and harm reduction, autism, ADHD, chronic illnesses and disabilities, coping with strong emotions, sexual orientation and gender identity, and post-traumatic stress.   Please note that I take 1-1 chats in 1 hour time blocks. I do this to make sure that everyone has a chance to be listened to. I'll let you know when there are 10 minutes remaining in your chat so it's easier to start wrapping things up. Looking forward to hearing from all you lovely people. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help when you need it. Through our struggles, we can learn how to harness our strengths         

❝ ... everyone in the world is lonely and everyone is sad, and if we know that everyone is suffering and lonely, I hope we can create an environment where we can ask for help, and say things are hard when they're hard, and say that we miss someone when we miss them. ❞ ~ halla. im zu, how are ye? ~ to those who choose to connect to me, just some gentle reminders: apologies, i do not listen to s3xual issues due to my zero capacity to navigate the topic. i am transparent, honest, and sunkratikos. ye'll be treated as fairly as how ye treat me. bear with me as we proceed =] https://youtu.be/GEGseAmVxR8 https://youtu.be/Rx5mcyo3A6U https://help.7cups.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

I CURRENTLY DO NOT TAKE CHATS AT THIS TIME. HOWEVER, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BROWSE FOR ANOTHER ONE OF OUR MANY WONDERFUL & AVAILABLE LISTENERS. "BROWSE LISTENERS HERE" [http://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/]   (My Pm's are always open if you have a question or are in need of help or assistance "outside" of chats.)~  Hi and welcome to 7cups! I’m PoliteOcean~ (But, You can call me "OCEAN")~ I'm a Spouse, a Parent, & also Licensed in the Healthcare Field.  I’m also a Fitness Instructor with a passion for Dance & ZUMBA Fitness. I am here to listen, support and not judge. I cannot solve all problems but I've gone through many of my own personal experiences so perhaps I can help. If I'm away, please leave me a message. ⭐️LISTENING STRENGTHS⭐️ *Family Stress *Healthy Living  *Parenting ⭐️CURRENTLY ACTIVE ROLES⭐️ * COMMUNITY MENTOR LEADER * HEALTHY LIVING TEAM LEADER & SUPPORT ROOM MENTOR *ADULT CHATROOM MENTOR & CHAT SUPPORT  *FORUM MENTOR  *Group Moderator *Discussion Trainer *Verified Listening Team  *Door Keeper ⭐️👯‍♂️ MY LISTENING TWINS 👯‍♂️ ⭐️ @HopieRemi @Vivelespatates  @MusicalMagic (R.I.P.) 🙏🏼 

"You are always one decision away from a totally different life." Hello everyone, I'm known as Obs and I'm one of the members of the Community Management Team [https://www.7cups.com/about/communityGuidelines.php].  Here are some resources in case you need them -  If you are unable to see any group support rooms, probably you would need to meet some requirements. Check them here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ASilentObserversOffice_2008/WeeklyGroupSupportLetterWeekofFeb10_217277/]  Join us in various group discussions. check the community calendar for the schedule and details.  [https://www.7cups.com/home/communityCalendar.php] Group Support Frequently Asked Questions [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ObsDesk_2008/FrequentlyAskedQuestionsGroupSupport_215692/] Weekly Communi. a listener [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/CommunityModeratorWeeklySchedule_1640/CommunityModScheduleWeekofJan06_214569/] If you are a listener and need some Chat Support, check this resource [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jf7BqGrwkY0zFhU3PKaAaRVCoEd6O2TD0vNhuiRHRD8/edit?usp%3Dsharing&sa=D&ust=1581950130116000&usg=AFQjCNFZd4GUNuPdJ94r__2tXhDNc9oL5Q]  Please feel free to PM me with any questions or doubts regarding our community and roles. I am here with you to help with the best of my efforts while we keep building our community better each day with team efforts.  I am unable to take chat requests right now as I am unable to respond timely. I request you to connect with other available listeners here-  Browse Listeners [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/]. We all are here with you to listen to and support you.  Do not say, "I am having a bad day." Say, "I am having a character-building day." - Les Brown Have a wonderful day and thanks for stopping by!!