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“Healing does not mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.”
Number of ratings6 Number of reviews6 Listens toOver 18 LanguagesEnglish Listener sinceApr 10, 2024 Last activein last week GenderFemale PathStep 210 People helped20 Chats242 Forum posts421 Forum upvotes974
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 Welcome!

It’s not always the easiest step to reach out for help when you are experiencing life’s struggles. I’d like to congratulate you on taking a step forward by just being here on 7 Cups.    

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A Little about Me

I am Gen, a verified active listener on 7 Cups. This means that I will be here to listen to you with compassion and empathy. My listening style is warm, gentle and interactive. Whether you need someone to laugh, cry or vent to I am more than honored to listen. I will give you a place where you feel cushioned and protected especially when it feels like everything has gone to pieces in your life. Rest assured that anonymity will be strictly held. This space we create will be about you and your journey.

Advice

I cannot give advice as it can be unhelpful, wrong or even harmful to you (especially as I don’t know your entire situation and haven’t walked a day in your shoes). What I can do is help you in navigating your thoughts and feelings by asking questions that will push your thinking. We can explore your emotions together in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Availability

Currently unable to take personal requests. If you are looking for an available listener, please browse: https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/

I sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding. 

Status

✦ If the dot on my profile is green, I am available to respond to your request within minutes.

✦ If it is orange, I am occupied with a 7 Cups related activity, please expect a delay in response.

✦ If it is red, I am likely unavailable to chat live unless arranged. You can send me a message and expect to receive a response within 48 hours. If sending a message, please do give some details as to what you wish to chat about. 

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Courage
IDG 7 Cups Community Hub / by GentleHealingInitiative
Last post
 October 8th
...See more “You will never do anything in this world without courage. It is the greatest quality of the mind next to honor,” Aristotle. When I first saw courage as a skill, I immediately thought of this quote. I thought to myself that courage is needed in almost everything that we do in this world. It is defined as the ability to uphold one’s values, even when making difficult decisions and taking purposeful actions. Courage is needed to advocate for others and oneself, have difficult discussions and especially to forgive people who have hurt us. It is needed in day to day life to pursue our dreams, hopes and ambitions. Courage is often associated with being fearless and dramatic. However, it can sometimes look like quiet perseverance. This refers to maintaining your focus on your goals even in the face of setbacks. It can simply mean the courage to get out of bed in the morning and show up to where you are needed, although you feel emotionally drained, exhausted and inept. This in itself takes great effort, courage and strength. In order to do this, however, we may sometimes need to tap into our capacity for courage. That is, ways to feel more courageous. Here are three ways that I’ve found helpful when I needed to build my courage: Visualize myself as courageous- I tend to journal acts of courage that I performed in the past. For instance, speaking to large crowds or standing up for others. Creating a past inventory of courageous personal actions, no matter how small, tends to give me a psychological boost and helps inspire me. Step out of comfort zones- Engaging in activities that may be out of my comfort zone can build self-confidence and decrease fear associated with the activity. Clarify my values- Courage is easier to see in others than yourself. However, when we clarify our values, that is, what we stand for and what is important for ourselves, we may feel more capable of feeling more courageous and face what’s ahead despite the pangs of fear and anxiety. Let’s explore some open reflective questions. You are more than welcome to answer any or both: 🌱 What is one courageous action (no matter how small) you’ve taken recently? 🌱 What is one way you’ve found helpful when you needed to tap into your capacity for courage? ------------------------- Courage is one of the skills found in the fifth Dimension (Acting- Enabling Change) of the Inner Developmental Goals. Image Source [https://www.infinumgrowth.com/building-courage-change-resolution] I appreciate your time and patience in reading this post. Please do have a beautiful day. 🌷
Optimism
IDG 7 Cups Community Hub / by GentleHealingInitiative
Last post
 3 days ago
...See more Image Source [https://pixabay.com/photos/chrysanthemums-yellow-flowers-bloom-5646526] Have you ever met someone who seemed to always bounce back and even thrive in the face of adversity? Do you wonder how they do this? A quality these persons seem to always possess is that of optimism. Optimists tend to have a positive attitude, a sense of hope and confidence that there is the possibility of meaningful change even when it doesn’t seem warranted. However, optimism goes far beyond just having only blind faith and positivity. Rather, one must put in the work to achieve the steps needed to accomplish one’s goals. It seems like no matter how dreary the situation is, optimists seem to be proactive, facing it head on. However, what about those persons who may not necessarily be optimists? A person may have faced persistent setbacks, the weight of mundane responsibilities taking its toll or even other stressors that caused them to lose optimism or lack optimism as they progress in life. The list of reasons a person may lack optimism can be extensive. However, can one cultivate the skill of optimism? Is it even possible? While some people seem to have an innate capacity to be optimists, optimism is said to be a skill that can be cultivated. Here are some ways I’ve found helpful to develop optimism: Finding purpose- When we find a sense of purpose and belongingness, we foster a feeling of fulfilment. I’ve found that finding what my core values are, that is, who I am and what I stand for gave me the needed direction to hone the skills necessary for a more purposeful and fulfilled life. Practice mindfulness- Mindfulness is described as the ability to be fully aware of one’s situation and surroundings at any moment. Meditation and gratitude journaling were some ways I practiced mindfulness. It fostered a sense of peace, calm and appreciation creating a more realistic and positive outlook of my life. Positive Feedback- Whenever I completed a task (no matter how small) I always ensured to congratulate myself, being my own little inner cheerleader. I found after a while, there was a shift in mindset, where I subconsciously incorporated positive feedback in my thoughts. Reduce consumption of news- A key aspect in cultivating optimism was limiting how often I chose to read and listen to the news. Constant streaming of distressing news significantly impacted my mental wellbeing, also dampening my outlook on life. I started setting time limits to be well informed of the news from reputable sources. Please share your thoughts and let's reflect on the following questions. You are welcome to answer any or all: 🌱 When was the last time you felt optimistic? 🌱 Do you think optimism is a skill that can be developed? 🌱 If so, how do you think you can cultivate optimism in your life? ------------------------- Optimism is one of the skills found in the fifth Dimension (Acting- Enabling Change) of the Inner Developmental Goals. I appreciate your time and patience in reading this post. Please do have a beautiful day. 🌻
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10/10 recommended. A gentle soul who really demonstrates investment in chats and includes all active listening skills. She’s been with me during my personal healing journey and is my safest space on 7 Cups. She really embodies her name, Gentle Healing. Extremely kind in her words, professional and provides complete support to heal at my own pace. She’s been with me to celebrate my victories and lent a shoulder when I was down (which is a lot). It means a lot. I feel well listened to after our chats. Thank you for everything. 🙏🏻🌷🏆
Easy to talk to, seams like a nice person, makes you feel heard
Most helpful listener I had here. I was having tough times and she stayed with me throughout. She always follows up with me and I feel really soothed and peaceful after our chats. You're like a safe harbor in this storm we call life.
An excellent listener! I highly recommend her. Seldom have I come across such an empathetic and attentive listener. She reflected my emotions and what I was saying in a way that I felt completely heard. No judgements were made. The world of problems that I carried on my shoulders lightened while talking to her. People like her makes this site what it is. Thanks for being there for me. 5/5 stars! ★★★★★
Great Listener and Empathetic
Loved it! Awesome chat!
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