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IsayUncle
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July 01 2024
I give thanks and praise for much and to many. My journey since I started this 7 Cups in October of 2021 has made me stouter and stronger.

May 30 2023

I have been away for a while because things have been going well and I also found a member that we mutually supported each other. Our contacts slowly became shorter and further apart as we both got more involed with more productive personal paths. It was the interaction with this member and this organization and group of people that helped me so successfuly regain my balance a couple years ago. 

As my faith in myself and in others began to improve, so did my life. Sadly, these demons are beginning to appear again as I begin to falter in a very strong way again, I realize how vital it is to interact with a positive minded group of personalities that also suffer from the stigmas of grave self doubt and loneliness from lack of trust in others and lack of value in themselves as in myself also. 

So I'm back for another positve journey. My lonliness from being an egotystical jerk my entire life is overwhelming and I do not know how to approach it without negative judgement of others. I do have several blessings to my advantage such as a house and property. Enough employment to pay the bills. Four amazing dogs. And at 63 years of age, no lack of dreams and possibilities.  

July 25 2022
7-Cups has been amazing for me but it didn't start that way. I joined on October 13 2021 and I almost quit because it is a big organization and I didn't understand all the sections, communities, sub-communities, threads and etc. Not only that, I couldn't find a listener quickly and then I couldn't relate...... So..... I was ready to go. BUT I got lucky, I met a member called bestVase7265 in the "Depression Support Group" - "Journal Support Check In". This member nurtured me until I found a path. I am close to getting my CDL-A. I Got my CDL-B and drive a school bus. I also got Certified for installing septic systems. I'm still not making enough money to pay all my bills but really getting closer. I've become more involved with 7-Cups and I now am at peace with my challenges and try to help others with thiers.

If You Are A Newbie and do not get satisfaction quickly, Pease, Please keep poking around. There are so many caring people and incentives here; you are bound to stumble onto a blessing sooner than you think. 

October 13 2021
Hi 7 Cups community. I’m glad you are here and I found you. I’m a 61 years old male. I love life and want to get back to it, without the ego. What got me in this hole, that I can’t get out of is a very long story but the abbreviated version is I don’t trust anyone that should be close to me. It’s not just my recent separation and my entire family alienating me during this time. It’s realizing I have been alienating myself for my entire live. I’m the baby of 7 and raised in a dysfunctional family. My parents and Brothers have all passed and I have a few sisters living and a lot of nieces and nephews. Loving life and being optimistic is a good thing but developing an egotistical personality will ruin everything. I don’t even trust myself anymore. I’m solution minded. Past jobs, Auto Mechanic-Jet Engine Mechanic-Carpenter-Home Improvement Contractor. I tried to start a stained-glass business, I loved that. Unsuccessfully self employed since 1985 but I always worked very hard. I’ve never been lazy. I’m not dependent on drugs or alcohol but do partake occasionally. I realize now I have No people skills and no book smarts. Those factors hindered my success chances. My hands-on skills are my gifts. I have a little acreage in a rural part of the U.S. that I want to build into an Activity Vacation Rental place. I currently have no money and no job. I wanted to be the greatest Uncle ever but my “Gruff, No Crybaby, Mr. know-it-all” persona did not endear my younger generation and struggling souls to me. I hope to be a positive influence before I get too much older. Right now, though, I’m having a hard time finding enough energy to get out of bed, compounding my guilt, inadequacy and shame. I try to maintain cleanliness and care for my three dogs.











Recent forum posts
Weekly sharing of Goals! Week #47 2024 (Monday 11/18/24 - Sunday 11/24/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
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16 hours ago
...See more I welcome anyone to commit to a goal here today.  But importantly, talk about getting it done..... or why it didn't happen yet. To praise each other for our efforts and wins. While supporting each other through trials and setbacks. And to continue trying and not give up. Remember:  Every Goal should be considered "Worthy". Never belittle your achievements and be proud of yourself for your daily accomplishments! Whether they be Complex or Simple. Getting out of bed is a good day..... Good job I say! Share your goals today, for support and encouragement. @Apeatrice @decisiveBranch2794 @IchooseLife79 @cloudySummer @mytwistedsoul @KristenHR @Tinywhisper11 @CyclingThroughLife @Psalm139 @Enthenia @anonyTortoise3336 @spicyavocado3788 @neatBlueberry5213 @AmyK1234 @ivoryLakeuk @MusokeHere @seashell145 And All Others. If you want to be added to the tag list, let me know. 😃
2024 November Stay STUCK in my own Muck OR FIGHT like never before!
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
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Sunday
...See more I HAVE HIT ROCK BOTTOM AGAIN. I've made progress in 2024 but here towards the end of the year, trials and tribulations have me feeling impotent and useless once again. This rock bottom is not the same rock bottom as a year or two ago. I know from my accomplishments this rock bottom can be approached with some extra advantages. With that said, ROCK BOTTOM is ROCK BOTTOM regardless of what you have or what you don't have. Rock bottom makes you feel impotent and useless. (I am grateful and give thanks for all of my blessings) BEEN STUCK IN THIS EPISODE OF MY OWN MUCK FOR TOO LONG AND I'M TIRED OF IT! TIME TO FIGHT AGAIN! (Fight or give up..... my choice..... my results) This is my November fight. Family Relations, Nephew intrusion into my space.... Started as an asset but quickly turned negative.... TRY TO SAVE a positve spin to it. Holiday Communications. Keep equipment repaired to make money. Make money.  All feels hopeless, futile and disparing.  Where is the sunshine after all of last years hard work and progress? Maybe my December post will feel more fruitful.
Weekly sharing of Goals! Week #46 2024 (Monday 11/11/24 - Sunday 11/17/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
Last post
2 days ago
...See more I welcome anyone to commit to a goal here today.  But importantly, talk about getting it done..... or why it didn't happen yet. To praise each other for our efforts and wins. While supporting each other through trials and setbacks. And to continue trying and not give up. Remember:  Every Goal should be considered "Worthy". Never belittle your achievements and be proud of yourself for your daily accomplishments! Whether they be Complex or Simple. Getting out of bed is a good day..... Good job I say! Share your goals today, for support and encouragement.
Weekly sharing of Goals! Week #44 2024 (Monday 11/04/24 - Sunday 11/10/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
Last post
November 10th
...See more I welcome anyone to commit to a goal here today.  But importantly, talk about getting it done..... or why it didn't happen yet. To praise each other for our efforts and wins. While supporting each other through trials and setbacks. And to continue trying and not give up. Remember:  Every Goal should be considered "Worthy". Never belittle your achievements and be proud of yourself for your daily accomplishments! Whether they be Complex or Simple. Getting out of bed is a good day..... Good job I say! Share your goals today, for support and encouragement.
Weekly sharing of Goals! Week #43 2024 (Monday 10/28/24 - Sunday 11/03/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
Last post
November 8th
...See more I welcome anyone to commit to a goal here today.  But importantly, talk about getting it done..... or why it didn't happen yet. To praise each other for our efforts and wins. While supporting each other through trials and setbacks. And to continue trying and not give up. Remember:  Every Goal should be considered "Worthy". Never belittle your achievements and be proud of yourself for your daily accomplishments! Whether they be Complex or Simple. Getting out of bed is a good day..... Good job I say! Share your goals today, for support and encouragement. @Apeatrice @decisiveBranch2794 @IchooseLife79 @cloudySummer @mytwistedsoul @KristenHR @Tinywhisper11  @CyclingThroughLife @Psalm139 @Enthenia @anonyTortoise3336 @spicyavocado3788 @neatBlueberry5213 @AmyK1234 @ivoryLakeuk @MusokeHere @seashell145 And All Others. If you want to be added to the tag list, let me know. 😃
Weekly sharing of Goals! Week #42 2024 (Monday 10/21/24 - Sunday 10/27/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
Last post
October 28th
...See more I welcome anyone to commit to a goal here today.  But importantly, talk about getting it done..... or why it didn't happen yet. To praise each other for our efforts and wins. While supporting each other through trials and setbacks. And to continue trying and not give up. Remember:  Every Goal should be considered "Worthy". Never belittle your achievements and be proud of yourself for your daily accomplishments! Whether they be Complex or Simple. Getting out of bed is a good day..... Good job I say! Share your goals today, for support and encouragement. @Apeatrice @decisiveBranch2794 @IchooseLife79 @cloudySummer @mytwistedsoul @KristenHR @Tinywhisper11 @CyclingThroughLife @Psalm139 @Enthenia @anonyTortoise3336 @spicyavocado3788 @neatBlueberry5213 @AmyK1234 @ivoryLakeuk @MusokeHere @seashell145 And All Others. If you want to be added to the tag list, let me know. 😃
2024 Week #41 of 52 Stay STUCK in my own Muck OR FIGHT like never before | (Monday 10/14/24 - Sunday 10/20/24)
Motivation & Accountability / by IsayUncle
Last post
October 21st
...See more I HAVE HIT ROCK BOTTOM AGAIN. BEEN STUCK IN MY OWN MUCK FOR TOO LONG  AND I'M TIRED OF IT! TIME TO FIGHT AGAIN.
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