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Academy Round 15: If you could have one superpower, what would it be?

Content Volunteer Team / by Melss27

17 minutes ago

Ageism -"I Can't Get No Respect"

7 Cups Online Therapy / by amiablePeace77

24 minutes ago

...See more Ageism -"I Can't Get No Respect" https://text.npr.org/nx-s1-5234649 [https://text.npr.org/nx-s1-5234649] Ageism — discrimination and prejudice based on someone's age — is so ingrained in society that most of us don't notice it. Yet "we all face the consequences, and we all have a role in fixing it. Experts say that fighting ageism isn't only important to create an equitable and fair society, it also helps all of us live longer, healthier — even more fulfilling — lives. Yale professor Becca Levy studies the psychology of aging. Her research [https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/psp-832261.pdf] found that people who had positive beliefs [https://text.npr.org/2022/06/24/1107456623/dont-let-ageism-define-you-how-to-enjoy-life-at-every-stage] about aging bounced back more effectively from illnesses and other setbacks than those who had negative perceptions about what it meant to be older. Participation questions: * What kind of situations do you worry about your age and fitting into the group of people you're with? * How do you respond when people make comments about your age? Helpful Videos: The Science of Kindness [https://youtu.be/O9UByLyOjBM?si=XZ8AGZ91VLcUCpjL] A mental vaccine for anxiety & anger (loving kindness) [https://youtu.be/pncEdYvAAuY?si=33vtSibDIRGCUFQn] MBSR Lovingkindness Meditation [https://youtu.be/v1HdSkAJsRc?si=ferm6TFRQ0msTHuF] Helpful Resources: When kindness becomes a habit, it improves our health [https://text.npr.org/nx-s1-5233123] Seeking Help Mental stress can cause us not to be able to see the good things in life and lead to excessive rumination or worries which can result in serious health problems. If you have serious, long-term problems with negative thinking and feeling depressed, see your doctor or talk to a therapist if they are related to any mental challenges. Are you looking for a therapist? 7 Cups has online, certified therapists with a paid option. For more information on what happens in online therapy at 7 Cups, Read Lisa’s (a therapist and director of therapy) explanation https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/WeveLaunchedTalkTherapyon7Cups_319430/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/WeveLaunchedTalkTherapyon7Cups_319430/] To apply for 7 Cups online therapy, click on this link (must be logged into member account) https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1 [https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1]

Christmas Tree and Messages

Pen Pals / by incredibleRainbows2036

28 minutes ago

...See more Hiee Lovelies ♡ How are you all doing this Christmas? Me is going through a bit rough time so am on a break . But I am so excited for Christmas. In my country , we don't really celebrate Christmas but one thing am always excited for is Christmas Messages ♡ Last year too , I made such a post so that we can leave messages for people and thank them for being their in our life . So this is my Christmas Tree , am so excited to read this years messages ♡ https://decomytree.com/home?hashedId=0q0Z7rwYJjOq Also I'd like to tag a few people who supported me and motivated me to move forward ♡ ( Sorry even if you are not tagged , you can still leave a message and tag your friends here . Want to tag so many people but yeah I can't hehe) @Daf8 @LoveMyMoonflowers @jujuied @theboymoana @politeCircle6131 @ReganL @KateDoskocilova @PurrfectlyFine @Mahad2804 @tuffattack @CallumCares421 @Ellez5427 @justnomo @AshleyTheHappyAthiest @KristenHR @kenzolena @hopedreamlove @EnigmaticCat24 @Hope @VioletNotes @Heartsandrosesandpaws @AuroraAstral @CaringEzra @tranquilechoes @DarkerPlaces @exuberantBlackberry9105 @NotSeven @Bluetiger2008 @BlackBlueWhite @Finny17 @Megalomentaurus @theboymoana @Alexo00101 @Antonio7Cups @BlueRivercares @aquaaaaa @MelodyoftheOcean @exuberantWriter5514 @justmeeva @Jenna @Sebastian0o0 @hi66666 @steph8402 @ALeXaNdEr0712 @Bunnylovesyou @TinyWhisper @AffyAvo @unassumingEyes @Lenapaige @SmollPeridotsBreakdown @THE1NONLYVENUS @Tinywhisper11 @SantaCups You can even share your Christmas trees and I'll love to leave a message Let's celebrate this Christmas by leaving them the last message of this year and thanking them for sticking around ♡ Tag your friends and leave them a heartfelt message ♡

What are three things you love about yourself, both physically and emotionally?

50 & Over Community / by amiablePeace77

31 minutes ago

Academy Polls, Round 15: Master Post (Battle of the favourite!)

7 Cups Academy / by Melss27

35 minutes ago

Listening to our body!

7 Cups Online Therapy / by amiablePeace77

38 minutes ago

...See more Fill in the blanks If my body had the ability to speak, it would say right now _ _ _ _ _ and I would respond with _ _ _ _ _ Taglist Updated 1/12/25 @3timesLeo @4Jasmine @Admirablerainbow2825 @adventureawaits777 @adventurousBranch3786 @AlexMbale @allen99 @allnaturalWillow7138 @alysianna @ambitiousGlobe3422 @ambitioushope1234 @ambitiousHickory9113 @amiablePeace77 @Ashy123 @Astralboy @augustine1304 @balderasdavid799 @BeamsOfHope00 @Beepyy @bence2 @bestThinker1986 @BipolarBear1983 @BlackyDragon @blissedNblessed @bluelemon6419 @bobw @bouncyFireworks3811 @blueAcai236 @Brittanny17 @brightOcean1599 @candybubblegumsprinkles @calmcoral @CaringSub @CatHanderOutNoah @Catunion @charmaeausty @charliebee1121 @ComfortablePeace2121 @courageousPomegranate766 @courteousKite6821 @creativeCar5713 @creatingHealthyOutcome @crimsonPapaya @crystalclearnow @cyanVase4070 @CyclingThroughLife @daydreammemories @deborahdebbie @dlynn88911221 @Desmynn6789 @DkIfINeedHelpOrSleep @dysfunctionjunction1224 @Echoheart7236 @EllyMerelyn @emotionalPenguin4374 @empathicPresence9091 @EmpoweringSam @endure777 @energeticThinker6924 @enthusiasticAcai2032 @enthusiasticBeach8170 @enthusiasticTortoise6681 @exuberantStrawberries9544 @FaithMagic @fearlessCup8704 @FleurdeNeige @FlowerEV777 @FracturedPurple @Fradiga @fruityPond7887 @Genlistener @geribear @Gettingbettertoday @Ghasaq997 @GlitteryHearts @glowingPresence86 @energeticThinker6924@GoldenNest2727 @GothamRam @gregariousField7151 @gva1audi @happyness @hardworkingBeechwood6063 @heartstopper13 @helloPineapple2451 @helpfulDime0407 @Henry2000 @Hereforyouall144 @hopefaith2011 @imaginativepear6493 @ingeniousLove9924 @intuitivepixie1331 @Itzcharlotteg @JanMad87 @Jordan1872 @k87 @Kenn13chan @kindcircle3085 @kateeew @Kaydeee @kindRiver6 @kohandlen @Kristian1 @kristynsmama @Lauren63 @Leahm9703 @LillyPad12345 @LisaMeighanMBPsS @lostwithouther97 @lovelycoacoa @magneticDreamer6447 @mariah2009 @Marita7391 @meaningfulSilence @meeeeee @meowcat1216 @mia4819 @Mich765 @mindtalk @miraculousTouch2949 @miresama @modestTangerine2193 @MoonMomm @MoreThanJustMe @Mscooper2789 @myloveee3 @mytwistedsoul @navyAcres6073 @nessa104 @NotAllHere713 @oa4me @Oceansky93 @OneErased @onkia122 @orangypie @pamharley003 @paperBird3348 @patientwater @peacefulRainbow05 @peachyOctopus9691 @PhilosophicalModel @PiecesOfWhoeverIWas @pinkpolkadots @PinkTriangle133 @pioneeringHuman7775 @politeGrapefruit179 @pompom @PurpleHearts7 @purpletree4652 @Pvoigt @Qoqnus @QueerChaos259 @rachelkb123 @raddogme @Rainboho @Randumuser1 @redirecting @reguna reservedOwl6476@fighton @reservedPark4029 @resilience2025 @RMaunil @Rod88 @RogueOne1983 @sandie @Scarletpear1945 @ShapeshiftSystem @SilverSeastar @SleepingFoxAkari @slothgurl17 @SnaryPoppins07 @softParadise1540 @soulsings @SparklyFly @sorrowedbunny1256 @SpongeBob2021 @Squidward @StarryCandy6123 @stephbrent @SugareeIsMe091121 @summerkay2024 @tallWalker4850 @ThadSterling @theroadisbright @thesoda @thoughtsbubbleexpress @ThoughtfulMomma @tifecandy @tinywhisper11 @tiredbubble00 @tjitalia @toughLand5970 @txrmentedSxul @UniversalSmile @warmheart0890 @WentToBruv @waves @WorriedMagpie @WorkingitThrough2 @YellowTiger5674 @yzzil @zeffa @Zeraphim @Zsazsa524 Kindly click here and fill out this short form to add or remove your names from the taglist Taglist [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeql8unT87Ka1cN7jZZ8fk2QR4MRu8RZSytPu23e4cziOuEaQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0]

So basically...

Personality Disorders Support / by rabbitandthehare

53 minutes ago

...See more Hi, I'm back at school—first day. Yippiee! My stepmother had to drive me because my bus had a different bus driver and didn't drive to my stop, so I had to be in a car with her, next to her for about 30 minutes. I don't like how she drives at all, and she talks out loud when she's frustrated, it just makes the whole atmosphere so much more tense than it needs to be. She was looking at her phone for moment, hitting the gas and moving the wheel at a minimum so her car went straight and didn't hit anything. I didn't like that very much. I just kinda feel like she's way too old to be like how she is when she's frustrated—complaining out loud as if I'm the one she's mad at, her tone and expression are always easy to read and 'sharp', and then usually she doesn't acknowledge it or say sorry or whatever afterwards. I don't know how to explain it, if that wasn't enough. I just feel like she's too old. The car got closer to the school and I think I got kinda anxious or something. Like, picture something dangerous coming towards you, and you're on the floor crawling backwards in pure terror. It felt scary walking through the hallway with wild teenagers in front of me, and it was weird because I saw multiple students without back packs. Some students kept looking inside of my French class, and I didn't like it. During lunch I felt hopelessness and a tad bit alone for a small moment because of being reminded of the students—they are lazy, wild, ignorant, immature, they lack manners and basic grammar, etc. I just really feel like I should be able to do whatever I want cause school is hopeless and my stepmother—I dislike her a huge amount. I wanted to pull my teeth out as I sat in the cafeteria. Can't go into detail with that though.

Master post: Conquering Worry (Ongoing Series, Certificate Available)

Community Challenges / by Hope

54 minutes ago

Temporary Friends

35 & Over Community / by Uncertain20

59 minutes ago

January Birthday Celebrations

Positivity & Gratitude / by YourCaringConfidant

60 minutes ago

...See more Hey everyone! It's Desiree from the Community Birthday Project [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/General_2448/AnnouncementCommunityBirthdayProject_342355/]. I'm back again with another celebration post and I'm ready to party! 🥳🎉🎊 I hope you all are as well, because I can't do this without you! So far this month, 7 very special people have filled out the birthday form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoAfZ-nB2E3T0rGEACbriaLMvaHENVvzjJVTQFxeMi6RmriA/viewform] letting us know their birthday is in this month and that's worth celebrating! Please join me as we celebrate the following January birthday recipients! @NadeeQueen @JustLikeMellie @sociableFan4498 @Alizeyyy12 @vanshikap12 @JemmyX0X0 @Dandelion2405 This month's birthday theme is ❄️ and 🐧, well, because why not! I've spent time setting up all the birthday decorations in hopes this celebration is memorable for all of our very special birthday people! As always, cake a must! There's plenty to go around, so please help yourself to a slice (or two 😉) and enjoy! 🎂 If cake isn't your thing, don't fret! I've baked cookies too! Yayyy! We've also got plenty of balloons and gifts for the birthday recipients! ♡ Just a special reminder, if you would like to send a birthday wishes/gifts/shoutouts to any of the birthday recipients moving forward, please do so by filling out the form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScO4pUVNmBAj79ln-snz7Cnw_MsAS34Q1clwuuycY4i3obzwA/viewform] to show some birthday love! Birthday people, please click on the present beside your name for your gift. ❄️🐧💙 Jemmy's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/oXKabTd] Vanshikap's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/SmoZQPY] Mellie's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/Xq93z2t] Queen's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/nOn7Vq8] [https://imgur.com/a/nOn7Vq8] Sociable's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/0lgOVRB] Dandelion's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/L6Di9Uh] Alizey's 🎁 [https://imgur.com/a/sOyNVpq] @NadeeQueen @JustLikeMellie @sociableFan4498 @Alizeyyy12 @vanshikap12 @JemmyX0X0 @Dandelion2405 How are you all holding up? I know sometimes having the spotlight on you can be a bit overwhelming (in a good way). I know for some of you, your birthday has either already past and for others, your birthday is not quite here yet... It's just the Community Birthday Team could not let another day go by without acknowledging each of you amazing, wonderful people. I hope you all know how special, cared about, and loved you are. We are really glad to have you apart of the 7 Cups community! I hope you enjoyed the party and have an amazing rest of your day. 💙 Big thank you to every last one you who consistently show up for our birthday people. Whether it's the love or even the cake that keeps you coming back, I'm really glad you have taken time out of your day to celebrate January's birthday members and listeners. I would also like to remind you all that this will be happening every month. So, it's important to fill out the form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoAfZ-nB2E3T0rGEACbriaLMvaHENVvzjJVTQFxeMi6RmriA/viewform] so your birthday can be added to the calendar... that is if you would like to be acknowledged, celebrated, and tagged! Also too, if you like to make graphics and like to party, the Community Birthday Project could really use your help! If you're interested in joining, you can apply to do so here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSaMpFRPSgHD1EQFFFMOO5shV6EtSQOXQIG4uE9sqZwbNO9w/viewform]. @ASilentObserver @Heather225 [https://imgur.com/a/sOyNVpq] [https://imgur.com/a/L6Di9Uh] [https://imgur.com/a/0lgOVRB] [https://imgur.com/a/Xq93z2t] [https://imgur.com/a/SmoZQPY]

Conquering Worry: A Practical Approach to Managing Worry

Anxiety Support / by Hope

1 hour ago

...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are well. This is week 2 of our Conquering Worry series. Worry is something that can easily take over our minds, but by using a structured approach, we can break free from it. Here’s how you can tackle worry in a practical, step-by-step manner. Step 1: Get the Facts Worry often stems from uncertainties, which are usually based on assumptions or incomplete information. To eliminate this, gather all the facts before jumping to conclusions. Knowing the full picture helps reduce anxiety and gives you a clear understanding of the situation. As Charles Kettering puts it: "A problem well stated is a problem half solved." If you are having trouble being objective, Carnegie recommends imagining you're a lawyer preparing to argue both sides of the case, collecting all evidence for and against you, and then finding the truth between these opposing views. Carnegie highly recommends writing the facts down. Do not do it in your head! Step 2: Analyze the Facts Once you’ve gathered the facts, break down the problem into manageable parts. Write down the problem, its causes, and potential solutions. By analyzing the facts in an organized way, you take away the emotional charge that often accompanies worry. Step 3: Decide and Act Once you’ve analyzed the facts, it’s time to make a decision and take action. Worry often arises from indecision and procrastination. Instead of overthinking the situation, choose a course of action and stick to it. The key is to take immediate steps to address the problem. Here are the questions to help you implement these steps! * What am I worrying about? * What can I do about it? * Here is what I am going to do about it. * When am I going to start doing it? Here is what it looks like when applied to a relationship stress issue. * What am I worrying about? * I’m worried that my partner and I are growing apart and that our relationship is not as strong as it used to be. * What can I do about it? * I can have an open and honest conversation with my partner to express my concerns and work together on improving our relationship. * Here is what I am going to do about it. * I will plan a time to sit down with my partner and talk about our feelings. * When am I going to start doing it? * I will bring it up tonight when we have some quiet time together. If you have done the above and still find yourself worried. Another great strategy is to use the following! A Magic Formula for Solving Worry Situations Dale Carnegie’s magic formula helps simplify any worry situation and helps you regain control by addressing your fears head-on. This is particularly helpful if you tend to catastrophize a lot. Ask: What is the worst that can happen? Identify the worst possible outcome and acknowledge it. This often takes away the fear of the unknown. Mentally accept the worst-case scenario. Accepting the worst-case scenario doesn’t mean you’re resigning to failure, but it reduces the fear around it. When you accept it, you lessen its power over you. Take action to improve the situation. Once you’ve accepted the worst-case scenario, take action. Focus on what you can do to improve the outcome, no matter how small the step may be. This puts you back in control. Here is how it looks when applied to the same relationship issue. * Ask yourself, "What is the worst that can possibly happen?" * The worst-case scenario is that my partner and I may break up, or that we may continue to drift apart, leading to a relationship that doesn’t feel fulfilling anymore. * Prepare to accept it if you have to. * I acknowledge that relationships can go through tough times, and sometimes they don’t work out. If things don’t improve, I can learn from the experience and grow as a person. * Then calmly proceed to improve on the worst. * I will take action by having an honest conversation with my partner, expressing my concerns, and asking if we can work together on improving the relationship. By taking this step, I feel empowered to address the issue and take control of the outcome. By following these structured approaches, gathering the facts, analyzing them, and making a decision to act, you’ll begin to feel more in control of your worries. Remember, worry often thrives in uncertainty, and by clarifying the facts and taking action, you break the cycle of overthinking. Dale Carnegie’s magic formula offers a practical way to address your fears head-on. By identifying and accepting the worst-case scenario, and then taking steps to improve the situation, you can regain your sense of control. It may not always lead to immediate solutions, but it will put you on the path toward progress and empowerment. Time for the task of the week! Attention Listeners! Due to the nature of the activity, listeners are encouraged to be mindful of their listener role whilst sharing. You can take part, avoid revealing too many personal details and if possible choose relatively light-hearted topics for the sake of practicing here. 🔦Activities of the week Part 1: Think of the problem that is playing on your mind and answer the following questions. * What am I worrying about? * What can I do about it? * Here is what I am going to do about it. * When am I going to start doing it? Part 2: Now thinking of the same issue, answer the following questions * What is the worst that can happen? * How would you feel if that worst-case scenario occurred? * What steps can you take, no matter how small, to improve the situation right now? Resources and Further Reading * How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie, Chapter 2 * Catastrophizing [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/HopesCorner_2162/LearningaboutCognitiveDistortionsDistortionNo1Catastrophizing_314208/?post=3373496] * How to Worry Less and Not Panic [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/GlensNookCommunity_547/HowtoWorryLessandNotPanic_300790/] ------------------------- This post is part of the Conquering Worry series, you can find all posts of the series here. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/community/CommunitySpace_2590/MasterpostConqueringWorryOngoingSeriesCertificateAvailable_344231/]

Do you occasionally pause during moments of uncertainty or doubt to reaffirm your values?

7 Cups Online Therapy / by amiablePeace77

1 hour ago

...See more Taglist Updated 1/6/25 @3timesLeo @4Jasmine @Admirablerainbow2825 @adventureawaits777 @adventurousBranch3786 @AlexMbale @allen99 @allnaturalWillow7138 @alysianna @ambitiousGlobe3422 @ambitioushope1234 @ambitiousHickory9113 @amiablePeace77 @Ashy123 @augustine1304 @balderasdavid799 @BeamsOfHope00 @Beepyy @bence2 @bestThinker1986 @BipolarBear1983 @BlackyDragon @blissedNblessed @bluelemon6419 @bobw @bouncyFireworks3811 @blueAcai236 @Brittanny17 @brightOcean1599 @candybubblegumsprinkles @calmcoral @CaringSub @CatHanderOutNoah @Catunion @charmaeausty @charliebee1121 @ComfortablePeace2121 @courageousPomegranate766 @courteousKite6821 @creativeCar5713 @creatingHealthyOutcome @crimsonPapaya @crystalclearnow @cyanVase4070 @CyclingThroughLife @daydreammemories @deborahdebbie @dlynn88911221 @Desmynn6789 @DkIfINeedHelpOrSleep @dysfunctionjunction1224 @Echoheart7236 @EllyMerelyn @emotionalPenguin4374 @empathicPresence9091 @EmpoweringSam @endure777 @energeticThinker6924 @enthusiasticAcai2032 @enthusiasticBeach8170 @enthusiasticTortoise6681 @exuberantStrawberries9544 @FaithMagic @fearlessCup8704 @FleurdeNeige @FlowerEV777 @FracturedPurple @Fradiga @fruityPond7887 @Genlistener @geribear @Gettingbettertoday @Ghasaq997 @GlitteryHearts @glowingPresence86 @energeticThinker6924@GoldenNest2727 @GothamRam @gregariousField7151 @gva1audi @happyness @hardworkingBeechwood6063 @heartstopper13 @helloPineapple2451 @helpfulDime0407 @Henry2000 @Hereforyouall144 @hopefaith2011 @imaginativepear6493 @ingeniousLove9924 @intuitivepixie1331 @Itzcharlotteg @JanMad87 @Jordan1872 @k87 @Kenn13chan @kindcircle3085 @kateeew @Kaydeee @kindRiver6 @kohandlen @Kristian1 @kristynsmama @Lauren63 @Leahm9703 @LillyPad12345 @LisaMeighanMBPsS @lostwithouther97 @lovelycoacoa @magneticDreamer6447 @mariah2009 @Marita7391 @meaningfulSilence @meeeeee @meowcat1216 @mia4819 @Mich765 @mindtalk @miraculousTouch2949 @miresama @modestTangerine2193 @MoonMomm @MoreThanJustMe @Mscooper2789 @myloveee3 @mytwistedsoul @navyAcres6073 @nessa104 @NotAllHere713 @oa4me @Oceansky93 @OneErased @onkia122 @orangypie @pamharley003 @paperBird3348 @patientwater @peacefulRainbow05 @peachyOctopus9691 @PhilosophicalModel @PiecesOfWhoeverIWas @pinkpolkadots @PinkTriangle133 @pioneeringHuman7775 @politeGrapefruit179 @pompom @PurpleHearts7 @purpletree4652 @Pvoigt @Qoqnus @QueerChaos259 @rachelkb123 @raddogme @Rainboho @Randumuser1 @redirecting @reguna reservedOwl6476@fighton @reservedPark4029 @resilience2025 @RMaunil @Rod88 @RogueOne1983 @sandie @Scarletpear1945 @ShapeshiftSystem @SilverSeastar @SleepingFoxAkari @slothgurl17 @SnaryPoppins07 @softParadise1540 @soulsings @SparklyFly @sorrowedbunny1256 @SpongeBob2021 @Squidward @StarryCandy6123 @stephbrent @SugareeIsMe091121 @summerkay2024 @tallWalker4850 @ThadSterling @theroadisbright @thesoda @thoughtsbubbleexpress @ThoughtfulMomma @tifecandy @tinywhisper11 @tiredbubble00 @tjitalia @toughLand5970 @txrmentedSxul @UniversalSmile @warmheart0890 @WentToBruv @waves @WorriedMagpie @WorkingitThrough2 @YellowTiger5674 @yzzil @zeffa @Zeraphim @Zsazsa524

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