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Ayla
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Number of ratings8 Number of reviews7 Listens toOver 18 LanguagesEnglish Listener sinceSep 6, 2018 Last activeover 6 months ago GenderFemale PathStep 45 People helped42 Chats358 Group support chats250 Listener group chats527 Forum posts247 Forum upvotes313
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*CURRENTLY ON A BREAK FROM ALL 1-1s. APOLOGIES FOR THE INCONVENIENCE*


Hello, and welcome to my profile. 



My name is Ayla, I'm glad you have found me. It is my pleasure to be here for you. 

I joined 7cups because I want to reach out my hand to those of you who are hurt and struggling, lost, hopeless, depressed, lonely and in need of a listening ear, feel free to reach me and I will get back to you as soon as I can.     

Each one of you is special, unique, a warrior in the making, someone with incredible self-worth and strength. I believe that with faith, we can achieve anything.

You have the willpower to change your life. Just Look inside you.

Just like you, I have had my fair shares of struggles in life. My mental health has been up and down for years but I was blessed to find ways to help myself and get better. I still have not figured it out yet and there are days where depression hits me hard but I know that as long as I don't lose hope and I keep putting effort into myself, it would be okay. Throughout my education, and due to my main interest in mental health,  as well as my own experiences, I have gained experience in the following:

-Anxiety




-ADHD




-Bipolar Disorder




-Borderline Personality Disorder




-Child development




-Child Trauma




-Child abuse and incest




-Coping Skills *




-Depression




-Domestic Abuse




-Domestic Violence Violence




-Dissociative Identity Disorder




-Parenting



-Postpartum depression



-Sexual Abuse



-Sleep and insomnia



-Trauma and PTSD

*Various coping skills, related to Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Suicidal thoughts, Self-harm, OCD

How I do my chats:  I will treat you with respect and kindness. I will not judge you or give you any advice but I will listen to you and provide you with a safe space to talk.




My chats are usually 60 minutes long but the time can be adjusted as needed.

* Please note that I do not and will not take any chats of sexual nature. Kindly respect that. *

Inner peace beings the moment you choose not to allow another person or event to control your emotions. - Pema Chodron

In lightness or in the dark, I am here for you. 

We are here together.
Recent forum posts
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in Wednesday 10th of April, 2019
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 April 13th, 2019
...See more Hello, lovely people. How are you all doing today? I have been away for a while but I'm back in action. <3 I've missed you! Knowing that there's a community that just supports each other and cares about its members so much, makes me even happier to come back. To share a bit about whats been going on with me, I went on a holiday to visit my parents, I met some old friends fom Uni, and ... I drove an automatic car for the first time. Having had a license for so many years and only ever driving a manual, for some reason that was a huge challenge! ( Silly, I know :P ) But, with a bit of help from a friend I learned how the gear stick works and I didn't do a bad job. How have you been over the last few days? Is there anything you'd like to share? Have you been fighting anything, overcome anything, what made you proud? I'm sending big hugs to all who wants them and 'm looking forward to hearing from you. Love, Ayla @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @Kate @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples @Nobadmojo @Krispykitty12 @Wilde1 @purpleButterfly2
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Thursday March 21st
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 March 22nd, 2019
...See more Hello, Trauma Fam! I apologise for the late check-in today. I hope you're all doing well! It's going to be rather short today, I just want to quickly say hi and ask how you're doing? Have you had any struggles today? ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ What have you done to overcome them? ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ What is the best thing about today? I hope you're well. Stay awesome. Safe hugs to everyone who needs them. -Ayla @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart@Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Halogen @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples @Nobadmojo @Krispykitty12 @Wilde1 @purpleButterfly24
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Tuesday March 19th
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 March 21st, 2019
...See more Hey, dear Trauma Community! How are you feeling today? How has your day been? Let's talk about favourites today! What is your favourite coping technique when you are feeling overwhelmed? What is your favourite song that helps you feel better? What is your favourite comfort food if you have any? I hope you're all having a good day. Stay safe and remember you're not alone and we're here for you. *Shares safe hugs * @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart @Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples @Nobadmojo @Krispykitty12 @Wilde1 @purpleButterfly24
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Tuesday March 12h
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 March 17th, 2019
...See more Hello, lovely Trauma Community? How are you doing today? I recently saw this quote somewhere and I decided to share it with all of you. " Man never made any material as resilient as the human spirit. " I know that to some of you, recovery feels like the impossible. Or something we so much dream of but it feels far away. I just want to reassure you and remind you that anything could be possible. It may be a scary journey, it may be a rocky path, it may be falling and getting up but you CAN get to your destination. I believe in you and I hope you will believe in yourselves, too. And if you can't really find the light or if you need a hug, a kind word or just a safe space to express your emotions, we will be here with a nice candle, safe hug and cosy blankets. So we never know when we will just wake up one day and we would just realise that it all feels better. How has today been treating you? What is something that usually motivates you when you are feeling down? What three positive affirmations can you tell yourself? Feel free to just say hi , read along, share as much or as little as you want, we'll be here. Stay safe. *Sending safe hugs to all who want one* - Love, Ayla @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart@Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Halogen @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples @Nobadmojo @Krispykitty12 @Wilde1 @purpleButterfly24
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Tuesday March 5th
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 March 16th, 2019
...See more Hello, dears! I know this is a rather late check-in but better late than never! How are you feeling today? We are in the middle of a pretty bad storm here with hailstones flying into my living room as we speak, haha! What's the weather like where you are? Is there something on your mind that you would like to share? I will do an open chat tomorrow at 6 PM ET if anyone is interested. I thought I'd share this poem with you, because I really liked it. Hope you're well. Safe hugs for everyone. @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart @Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Halogen @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples @Kate
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Thursday February 28th
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 March 1st, 2019
...See more Hello, lovelies! Last day of February! Apologies for the late check-in. I hope we'll still see some of you around <3. How are you doing today? How are you feeling, really? Now that February is ending, what are your thoughts on the past month? Did something exciting happen? What is the best thing that has happened this month? What were your challenges? I am looking forward to hearing from you, you're all amazing. Love, Ayla @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart @Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Halogen @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples
Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in: Tuesday February 26th
Trauma Support / by Ayla
Last post
 February 28th, 2019
...See more Hello, dear Trauma Team Family! Happy Tuesday! I went on a fabulous hike over the hills by the beach, and for good couple hours did nothing but listen to the waves, Sketch in my old sketchbook and take photos of the gorgeous scenery. It was a good day. The weather here is finally getting back to normal and outdoor activities are starting to become possible again! Yay! What do you enjoy doing the most if you like spending time outdoors? If you're not an outdoors person, how do you usually relax at home? I hope everyone is having a good day, and if you're not, please know that we are right here with you and you can come and talk about whatever. Always. Is there anything you would like to share with us? What is on your mind? How are you doing? I can't wait to hear from you all, I am sending safe hugs to everyone who wants one and remember - We believe in you. - Love, Ayla. @Avaray @KLM3278 @Morfo66 @KatieMoon1 @Jenna0903 @melliotm @HearingYourHeart @Lilyflower0817 @AMusicalSilence @energeticPenny8 @Rebekahwriter13 @sensitiveShade5337 @singercrystalspirit @AriannaPink @sereneSoul23 @Zombii @resourcefulPond1641 @Lilibuth12 @Halogen @Hoxenos @Christine1980 @Compassionatelistener108 @TheHoneyDoll @silverIceCream21 @Bumblebee16 @Musicheals61 @orchard9786 @Calmlake1999 @emotionalMaple9419 @MoreThanAConqueror18 @Redhawk6547 @Sk1ttles @Shayc1 @stella17 @blinkk @Compassion21 @FangsInsanity @rissadawn @brokenflutterby @No715 @SpruceRaven @dynamicHemlock1736 @humorousBeing8966 @NancySV1 @ArianaMay @affectionateNorth4018 @FloweringBunny @loyalDrum2337 @InvaderStitch@redmark @CaringBrit @Ambrosia @practicalIdeal2007 @incompl @Forgive2Live @Ayla @RockClimber18 @rmickelpclr @ReallyRuth @friendlyLake5949 @CatCrazy0430 @PineappleCranberries @sympatheticPrune2000 @WoodViolet @Lisamarretta @isapheonix @childrenofbugs @Negihiko @Jackie @luckystrike99 @1CutecinnamonbabyXOXO @Karrotcake @Ayle @NevaehRose @Quietone8717 @MrStressball @Zeraphim @NkkMckenze @glossyboy @SomberSecrets @cranberrypineapples
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Ayla is a wonderful person, so kind and supportive. You brightened my day. Thank you.
Funny listener, made me laugh and that's what I needed. Thanks.
It felt good to be able to talk to someone. Thank you.
She was very kind and listened to me freely.
She was phenomenal. Highly recommend!
Reached out to me out a place of understanding and kindness. Took the time to really sympathize with me and even assisted me in finding healthy coping techniques.
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