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Erica
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Number of ratings146 Number of reviews44 Listens toTeens & Over 18 LanguagesEnglish Listener sinceDec 29, 2015 Last activein last month GenderFemale PathStep 213 People helped269 Chats1,631 Group support chats893 Listener group chats2,292 Forum posts626 Forum upvotes1,485
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Welcome to my profile!
✨A little about my crazy journey ✨
I joined 7 Cups at the end of 2015 as a listener to help others struggling to find their purpose in our crazy world. However, 7 Cups became much more than just helping out amazing members. I decided to dedicate myself to helping listeners, as well. Since 2016 (on and off for breaks), I joined many leadership roles and projects. Currently, I am a Peer Supporter, Quality Mentor (Teens and Adults), Chatroom Mentor (Teens and Adults), Teen Transitioning Mentor and Mentor Leader, Chat Supporter, and a part of the AL4 Team. I am an Adult-Teen Listener which means I can support both teens and adults! I am also a proud holder of the 2017 PB Award which means that I showed that I was a huge believer in the 7 Cups mission.
✨ A little about me ✨
I am 21 years old and currently reside in the sunny state of Florida! A fun fact about me is I love cats and currently have two cats named Lincoln and Franklin as well as a poodle named Eleanor. I am a huge advocate for mental health as I personally have had my own struggles with Anxiety and Depression. I also have personal experience with Chronic Pain, Grief and Self-Harm.  

I believe everything happens for a reason and that these battles we fight only make us stronger.

✨ Topics I can best help with ✨
I try to help with most topics but due to personal experiences, I can best help with Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bullying, Chronic Pain, Depression, Grief, Loneliness and Self-Harm related chats.
✨ Topics I do not take ✨
I do not take any chats related to sexual manners or relationship chats.
✨My Availability ✨
I am in the EST timezone and I am usually the most active around 3PM-8PM EST. I do work full time so my responses may be delayed but will reply as soon as I can!
✨ Resources ✨
Crisis Resources
Live Through This
Project Semicolon
Runaway Hotline
✨ Quotes that inspire me ✨
"Everybody wants happiness. No one wants pain. But you can't make a rainbow without a little rain.

"Even the darkest nights will end, and the sun will rise again."

"When "i" is replaced with "we" even illness becomes wellness."

"My purpose is greater than my pain."

"Just ride the wave."

"Little by little, day by day, what is meant for you will find its way."

✨Tribute ✨
My new journey on here is in Amelia's honor. Rest in Peace, Amelia 💗 Gone but never forgotten. 


Recent forum posts
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ATLs Can Now Request a Teen Transitioning Mentor!
Aging Up Support / by Erica
Last post
 April 26th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! Over the past few weeks, I have been working on a way to expand the Teen Transitioning Mentor (TTM) track to be able to assist more people in the community. With that being said, I am so eager to announce the newest additional focus to the track: TTMs can now help support our newest Adult-Teen Listeners (granted teen access one year ago or less) as they transition onto the teen side. Similar to aging-up teens moving to the adult side, ATLs share similar struggles on the teen side such as trying to fit in, boundary setting with teens, understanding the teen side, taking teen chats and so much more! We are very excited to help support our newest Adult-Teen Listeners to our teen side as they make great assets to the teen community. If you are in need of a Teen Transitioning Mentor, please fill out this form [https://forms.gle/kWx9kVaA4jAFx4cM9]. Tagging the amazing TTM Team: @soulsings @Rose644 @SirenofSerenity @Azalea98 @Dystopiate95 @Bluerivercares @LilacLeopard @MagnificentSunrise @ASilentObserver
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All about Becoming an ATL!
Aging Up Support / by Erica
Last post
 March 22nd, 2023
...See more So, what exactly is an ATL? An ATL is an Adult Teen Listener that has chosen to go through additional safety checks and an interview with a Community Leader to support our Teen Community. Who sees my ID? The only person who will see your ID will be our amazing admin, @bookworm4. Your ID will be kept confidential and only be used to verify your identity. Is the process hard to become an ATL? The process to become an ATL is fairly simple, as long as you meet the needed requirements and follow these steps [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/AdultTeenListenerProgram_2487/BecomeAnAdultTeenListenerATLSupportTheTeenCommunity_292412/]. How old are the members and listeners in the Teen Community? Teen Members range from 13-17 and Teen Listeners between 15-17. What are the benefits of becoming an ATL? Becoming an ATL fills a great need. Teen members seek out ATLs for guidance, encouragement and a positive adult figure in their support team. In addition to this, it opens doors for more leadership opportunities, more chatrooms, more amazing people to meet and plenty of cookies as thanks! Are there any additional responsibilities once becoming an ATL? There is currently a quota of 4 member chats a month to maintain the ATL badge, but these chats can be with teens or adults. However, if you fall short, you can get your badge reinstated by messaging @bookworm4 or @Jenna. What is the Teen Community like? The Teen Community is full of some incredible teens who are respectful, responsible, welcoming and kind. As part of the Teen Community, we also have our incredible seasoned ATLs who will welcome you in with open arms as well! Do teens like us ATLs? Teens look up to the ATLs in the community! In fact, here are some of the things they have to say: "I think ATLS really important because they listen to us Teenies, hear what ideas we have - how we feel about things - and they give us a say in things! It makes us teenies feel more incuded , heard and seen with everything thats going on - and also helps us to be able reach out to community leaders and share our thoughts and check in and keep both sides connected and on the same page 😊! They are also really awesome at keeping things safe and happy too. I think its helpful in other ways too..just for the ATLs to see the dynamics of the teenie side, how things look / where improvements can be made so they can feed this back too and help out. Atls are super cool, awesome and always make us smile! We are all super grateful for you all! ♡" "the adults help teen to develop sense of boundaries and responsibilities. they also help teenies to learn more about active listening skills and encourage them to do better! 😀" Become an ATL today and make an impact in the Teen Community! Apply here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/AdultTeenListenerProgram_2487/BecomeAnAdultTeenListenerATLSupportTheTeenCommunity_292412/] @FrenchToastClub @ASilentObserver
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Ask Me Anything (AMA) about Aging Up!
Community Projects & Events / by Erica
Last post
 March 6th, 2023
...See more Are you turning 18 soon and have questions on how the process works here on 7 Cups? If so, you're in luck! Join me on Wednesday, March 8th at 4PM EST in the Teen Support Room for an AMA on all things relating to aging up (turning 18) on 7 Cups! Hope to see y'all there!
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Ask Me Anything (AMA) about Aging Up!
Community Projects & Events / by Erica
Last post
 February 5th, 2023
...See more Are you turning 18 soon and have questions on how the process works here on 7 Cups? If so, you're in luck! Join me on Wednesday, February 8th at 4PM EST in the Teen Support Room for an AMA on all things relating to aging up (turning 18) on 7 Cups! Hope to see y'all there!
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Join in for an AMA about Aging Up on 7 Cups! / January 3rd 4PM EST
Community Projects & Events / by Erica
Last post
 January 1st, 2023
...See more Are you aging up soon (turning 18) and have questions/concerns about the process? If so, please join me in Teen Support January 3rd at 4PM EST for an AMA (Ask Me Anything) about the aging up process! All Teen Listeners and Teen Members aging up soon, as well as any ATLs and fellow Teen Transitioning are welcome to join! Hope to see you all there!
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Feedback & Reviews
super responsive and helpful
she was so calm and helped me so much and so understanding. i loved her response
Very sweet , caring, and always make me happy
Oh, Erica, where should I start? When I sent my first message to you, I was nearly crying. My whole world was falling apart. Now, I can't stop smiling!!! You are a lifesaver, Erica, you are a superhero, I hope all that love and kindness comes back to you tripled!!!! Thank you so much for this lovely chat :)))) -Danielle
She was great
Erica is absolutely a fabulous listener. She's so supportive of everything that I have talked to her about and I finally feel like I have a friend. She cares about everyone and she's just the sweetest thing to next to sugar. The way Erica talks through things and helps out is just beyond amazing and she makes the world a better place with everything she does. Not only is she capable of helping with a wide variety of things, she does so with an amazing heart. I could keep writing about how amazing she is but words can't describe someone of this nature.

I loaf chu
amazing listener! empathized, awesome help, thank you!!!!
Amazing listener i just adore her and her help
Recommended for everyone. She is honest and caring. She will not let you down. If you are feeling distressed, please give her a try.
This listener is one of the most caring and understanding people i have ever gotten the chance to talk to on 7 cups, they are the main reason i stay on this site
She's awesome, thank you so much liv
Liv made me see things in a more positive light. Really helpful.
liv is amazing i loaffffffff her loads
She ACTUALLY REALLY CARES and takes care of her people with plenty of care and empathy. She's really quite a blessing and a GREAT listener. 10/10 do recommend.
You are so lovely Liv! Thank you so much for being a brilliant person and supporting me when I need it most. I will definitely speak to you again. Keep up the amazing work and smile! x
Liv is honestly one of the best listeners I have EVER met on 7 cups ❤️ she is so loving and caring and kind.. She's like my older sister! 👯 I can talk to her and tell her anything and she won't judge..💙 livvyyy is a purrrrrfect listener to talk to🌸 I'm so glad I found Liv on 7 cups because I don't know if I would be here today without her ! 💜💙💗 Liv you make my days so happy and bubbly 😊 there's not enough words that describe how much I love you! Seriously you should be so proud of yourself for all the help you have given people 💘 livvvvy see you soon!
A super nice and friendly listener :)
My gorgeous livyyyyy
I love liv, who doesnt lov liv???
Good conversationalist, good spirit.
Just look at herrrr!!!
So niceeee!
I wish there were more people like livv liv
Evrywon lov liv
Amazing Listener and Moderator! She is very sweet and helps you out as much as she can.
Showed lots of care and interest and always had lots of positive things to say.
You are the best
Thank you so much for the help, you are great
Did great! Very nice person
AMAZING
Really helpful at the moment thank u
Made me feel loved
She helped a lot and was very active and kind. :) Glad to have listeners like her on 7cups !
The hearts
This person right here is s hidden gem of this community!! She made me feel better and listened to me no matter how stupid I thought my problem is, she helped no matter what! My best rewire? GIVE THIS PERSON A COOKIE
AMAZING
she was an absolutely wonderful listener
She is one of the most wonderdul person ever. She helped see the light in things even though I was in dark room. She encouraged me even though she had problems of her own. She was (and still is) perfect.
Thanks for all the help when I most needed it :)
She is really great! I absolutely love her responses and how she made me feel 100% better! Hehe very helpful!
They were really helpful, gave me links to website that could further help me and she was very empathetic
Thank you for all the links, it really helped
So very sweet!
Really helpful and easy to talk to, not judgemental at all
Wonderful listener and friend!!
This person was a very great listener and gave really good advice. I will be coming back to this person for more advice in the future.
She's a great listener and she's super sweet!!
This listener has given me the best experience I've ever had in 7 cups. In my time speaking and conversating with her she has shown great capacity to empathize with the feelings thoughts and emotions the members communicate with her. Showing a great capacity to understand them and support them in they're times of need. She is very warn and compassionate with others showing lots of warmth and love towards all she meets and speaks with. I have found it really nice to speak with her and she really helped me feel better by giving me support, compassion, loving actions and simply smiling at me. She does a great job of being a listener even in her being a listener a few days or a week. When I first started speaking with her I thought she was one of the top tier listeners of this site and boy was a shocked to hear she was just starting out. I would recommend her to all who need help and support. She shows lots of love and compassion to the people of this community and I think she is a shining jewl of the community. I'm very happy I spoke with her and I'd recommend her to anyone who needs help with anything they're struggling with.
She was helpful and nice.
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