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7 Cups Huddles: Sign Up to Participate in a Closed Group!

SoulfullyAButterfly June 22nd, 2022

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Hi everyone,

I am very excited to test a new type of group support which we have called Huddles. This new type of group is inspired by research indicating that recurring group meet-ups - where the same participants meet up regularly to chat about common issues/interests for 8 weeks - can be helpful for mental health.

What are Huddles?

A Huddle is a closed group where the same participants meet up to provide continuous support and social connection to each other over multiple weeks.

Goals and Benefits

  • Feel less alone and more supported
  • Explore issues in more depth
  • Learn from other participants
  • Receive consistently high-quality listening support
Structure of a Huddle
A huddle will have 10 members and a facilitator as well as a co-facilitator. Facilitators are trained listeners/leaders who will be facilitating the huddle and ensuring that it remains a safe, effective space. Different huddles will meet at different times and days for 8 weeks. Each huddle will focus on one topic and last for either 60 or 90 minutes. Our initial huddle groups include the following topics and times:

Huddle Name

Meeting Day(s)

Time

Relationship Stress 1

Mondays

8-9 PM EDT

Relationship Stress 2

Mondays and Fridays

10 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

Anxiety Support 1

Tuesdays

8-9 AM EDT

Anxiety Support 2

Tuesdays and Saturdays

6-7:30 PM EDT

Mindfulness Support 1

Mondays

1-2:30 PM EDT

Mindfulness Support 2

Tuesdays and Saturdays

12 PM - 1 PM EDT


We are now recruiting members for these different huddles - users who will not get accepted at this time will remain on our waiting list, and we aim to launch more huddles soon.

Who Can Sign-Up?

Are you interested in being a huddle participant to experience powerful discussions and closer interactions with users? This opportunity might interest you if you:

  • Are a member who is ready to commit to 8-weeks of exploring the huddle topic that you choose - both new and older members can sign up!
  • Are available to attend all the huddle meetings - please note that participants will lose their participating privileges if they do not show up for the sessions.
  • Are impacted by the available huddle topics and feel like the huddle experience can benefit you.
  • Are interested in and able to share your own story and growth while participating in a group wherein users are also exploring a similar topic. As a huddle user, you will be asked to support other huddle users, ask supportive questions, or share reflections regarding your personal experiences as well as reflections that may benefit the group.
  • Note that because this is a trial to explore the potential of such closed groups, we will ask for feedback at different stages. Your feedback will be used by admins to improve this feature and will always be valued.

Interested? Fill out the sign-up form here.

Please note that we will be officially conducting the Huddles starting June 27th - we will update this post if the launch gets postponed.

Note: We will be launching several other closed groups soon! Feel free to suggest topics that you would like to participate in a group for (or that you think we should cater for)!

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FrenchMarbles June 22nd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly


I think there should be one for disabilities - but otherwise I'm so excited to be hosting ^_^

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AffyAvo June 22nd, 2022

@FrenchMarbles Yes! If I could make the times I would so be there for that especially with all the crap going on right now.

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adaptableCity3241 June 23rd, 2022

Yeah true


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adventurousBranch3786 June 22nd, 2022

@FrenchMarbles. I like your idea about one for disabilities. ๐Ÿ’

Impancake June 23rd, 2022

Very intested in this group and hopefully one for disability.. some one get me to group huddle please

EmbStitcher33 July 5th, 2022

@FrenchMarbles

How about one for grief, and depression?

RideaRainbow August 5th, 2022

@FrenchMarbles hey FM which one are u hosting want to be a part.

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FrenchMarbles August 5th, 2022

Anxiety!


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cloudySummer June 22nd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly For those huddles that have two weekdays listed - does that mean they will be happening on both of those days, or will they alternate/something else every week?

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@cloudySummer Hi there, the 2 days listed refer to 2 "sessions" per week! Hope that clarifies it

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AffyAvo June 23rd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly I'm a bit confused, especially looking at the times.

For 8 weeks:

Relationship 1, Anxiety 1 - 8 sessions 1 hour each, so each participant would be at 8 for a total of 8 hours

Relationship 2, Anxiety 2 - 16 sessions, 1.5 hours each, so each participant would be at 16 for a total of 24 hours

Mindfulness 1 - 8 sessions, 1.5 hours each, so each participant would be at 8 for a total of 12 hours

Mindfulness 2 - 16 sessions, 1 hour each, so each participant would be at 16 for a total of 16 hours

Is that correct?

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FrenchMarbles June 23rd, 2022

That is correct! Some people won't be able to attend for the full 16 hours so there are sorter sessions, I'm also thinking it might help those who can't sit down for that long and focus.

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AffyAvo June 23rd, 2022

@FrenchMarbles Thanks! Just seemed like a big difference 8 to 24 hours for something new.

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cloudySummer June 26th, 2022

@AffyAvo I think they're testing different lengths and formats for evaluating what is the best 'time investment' <-> 'benefit' relation.

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mariahsaturn July 19th, 2022

Hey I am applying and want to make sure I am available. Have the times already been set?

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TazDepress June 22nd, 2022

I for sure would like to join

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@TazDepress awesome! Fill out the sign-up form here.

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GreenWoods June 22nd, 2022

Very excited about this Soulfully!

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@GreenWoods me too! Will you be signing up?

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warmheartedrain1718 June 22nd, 2022

Iโ€™m interested!


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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@warmheartedrain1718 that's great! Fill out the sign-up form here.

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warmheartedrain1718 June 25th, 2022

I looked further into the commitment, and Iโ€™m unable to attend some of the sessions. Iโ€™ll see if I can participate in the next one!

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Enchanted2024 June 22nd, 2022

I am interested in joining but I have a little question. If you cant make it to 1 of the sessions do you get removed from the group? And you know in advance that u will not be able to make it would we have to give reasons?

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@Swiftygirl13 Hi there, yes - you will need to find a group that can work for you. For now, these groups are only for adults but we will launch teen ones soon hopefully, with times that work!

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Enchanted2024 June 22nd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly

okie np!

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hematite43 June 22nd, 2022

Since I'm in the Pacific time zone, I can make the Saturday evening sessions, but not the Tuesday evening ones. Otherwise, I'd be available to attend. I'll keep an eye out for future cycles to see if they match my availability.

Thanks for offering these!


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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@hematite43 Makes sense, would you recommend any specific topics?

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hematite43 June 23rd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Anxiety is the topic I'm most interested in. Self-acceptance/self-confidence/authenticity would be another great topic.

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SystemFireSkye June 22nd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly

This sounds like a great idea I hope it works well.

mariainfj June 22nd, 2022

@SoulfullyAButterfly I'm curious, what does "mindfulness" mean ? Also I would like a huddle about social anxiety or loneliness like not having friends and stuff.

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ftbalgirl79 June 25th, 2022

@mariainfj It's a type of stress reduction tool, somewhat like meditation

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mariainfj June 27th, 2022

that sounds nice ! Thank you :)

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Neniluv June 30th, 2022

Mindfulness: to be present, the "here and now". You can Google CBT, this practice can provide MANY diffrent tools/skills to practice being mindful ๐Ÿ˜„

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Rhea3 June 22nd, 2022

Very cool idea. I'd love to be a part of this for sure. Hugs to all that want them.

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SoulfullyAButterfly OP June 22nd, 2022

@Rhea3 that's great! Fill out the sign-up form here.

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