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Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 7 hours ago
...See more Welcome to our community! We're excited to meet you! Please introduce yourself below. — Afterward, be sure to check out our welcome pack for everything you need to know starting out: * Members [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/] * Listeners [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LTMvBFOgWICNHLlfNvzeQf2vkF3PPRn_jQUxJxjASOk/] We've got vibrant group chats too! The Sharing Circle is open 24/7 for adult users! Drop in HERE [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=lmJndHyWk5edlLBlWVrCnQ!!] so we can get to know you better!
Introducing the (new) New Member Guide!
by Heather225
Last post
 September 18th
...See more The Member Welcome Pack has served us well over the years, however, it's a bit long and can be difficult for members to ingest. Our Ambassador @Jenna created a fantastic guide that presents an overview of our platform and includes the most commonly requested information (here) [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/edit?usp=sharing]. It's a quick, easy, straightforward and visually friendly read with links to all the appropriate areas. As a community, let's switch to using this as our primary onboarding resource. (Note: the Welcome Pack will remain an active document, and it's linked at the bottom of the new guide.) If you're just joining 7 Cups, I recommend bookmarking this helpful resource, and if everyone can start sharing it around, we can get this in rotation ASAP! Thank you all for collectively caring for our community!
7 Cups Appreciation Program!
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Last post
 September 17th
...See more Hi, Amazing People! Do you know about the appreciation program [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/PeerAppreciationProgram_262230/] at Cups? 😀 Anyone at Cups may appreciate any member or listener anytime using our appreciation form (click me) [https://forms.gle/QEni2At39ZMApELr6] What happens after I send an appreciation using the appreciation form? Good question! There's a Smile Spreaders team that makes really beautiful posts in the program thread (linked above). Make someone feel special today! Send your sweet note now! [https://forms.gle/QEni2At39ZMApELr6]
Friends
by resourcefulKitten6590
Last post
 23 minutes ago
...See more Hello, I’m Shile (20 ) from South Africa. I’m looking for a long-term friendship.
Count to One Million
by juliak1968
Last post
 1 hour ago
...See more Count to One Million 1
New Friend
by Mikkimouser96
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Im 28 female looking to make new firends i have social anxiety so its hard for me to make friends 
Looking for friends
by Rachella0503
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more I everyone I'm Rachel, I'm 20yrs from Nigeria,I'm new here and I will like to make friends like real ones.
Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 7 hours ago
...See more Welcome to our community! We're excited to meet you! Please introduce yourself below. — Afterward, be sure to check out our welcome pack for everything you need to know starting out: * Members [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/] * Listeners [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LTMvBFOgWICNHLlfNvzeQf2vkF3PPRn_jQUxJxjASOk/] We've got vibrant group chats too! The Sharing Circle is open 24/7 for adult users! Drop in HERE [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=lmJndHyWk5edlLBlWVrCnQ!!] so we can get to know you better!
Looking for friends
by BlackBlueWhite
Last post
 7 hours ago
...See more Hello there, I'm Rain, turning 17 in a few months. I'm looking for friends who has similarities with me Little about me: I'm currently an highschool student, I'm planning to finish university at the age of 19 to 20. My favorite hobby's are reading and video games. I'm Asian Im trying to be more understanding and open-minded, I want to be a better human. English isn't my first language. I often over think or get self conscious/anxious, talking and writing about it always helps.
🎉Celebrating One Month on 7 Cups🎉
by Phoenixthepoised
Last post
 9 hours ago
...See more I can’t believe it’s already been a month since I became a listener on 7 Cups! This experience has truly opened my eyes to the power of connection. Every conversation has been a reminder of our shared humanity—the struggles, the triumphs and the moments in between❤️ One of the most surprising lessons I've learned is the profound impact of simply being present. Many people just want someone to listen without judgment and I’ve realized how healing that can be. It’s taught me the importance of creating a safe space for others to express themselves which can lead to unexpected insights and deeper connections. Moreover, hearing people's stories has taught me so much about empathy and the strength it takes to reach out. It’s a privilege to be part of their journeys and I’m excited for what lies ahead. 💖A huge shout-out to each and every one of you for making this journey truly unforgettable! Your openness, kindness and willingness to connect have brought so much warmth and inspiration into my life. I’m really grateful for each one of you! 💖 ✨Here’s to many more meaningful conversations and those beautiful connections that remind us we’re never alone on this path. Let’s keep supporting each other and sharing our journeys together! ✨ ------------------------- What has been the most surprising lesson you’ve learned in your journey? And have you experienced a moment that reshaped your perspective?
looking for lgbt friends, plz reply!
by darkgreenfrog
Last post
 11 hours ago
...See more hiii my name is Frog and i am genderfluid, gay, and ace. i am looking for some lgbt friends i can relate to, so plz reply if u are also looking for lgbt friends <3,  Frog
Loneliness and conversations with the wrong people
by tryingtosurvive2024
Last post
 14 hours ago
...See more When you don't have much going for you in life, and your lonely all the time, you get kinda desperate.  That is what happens to me and often times I find myself talking to whoever will talk back to me, and often times those are not good conversations.  As I write this, I'm also thinking about those busy people that have too many people to talk to.  They don't have time to answer all of their emails.  It is hard for me to wrap my brain around it.  Often times I feel like a loser.  Because society doesn't pay attention to me because I'm not dong enough.  I don't have a bunch of talents.  And I'm not that interested in the things I'm interested in.  When you got almost no people in your life, then what is the point of having interests that you can't share with anyone.
Friendship struggles
by elaboratelayal
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more I need some advice. I am always the left out one in all my friendships no matter how much I try to be funny or relatable , and if I'm myself then I'm considered "weird" and "embarrassing" and "childish" for liking normal things like cartoons, drawing, coloring, ..etc. has anyone gone through this? How did y'all Manage to get out of this loop and have authentic friendships that last??
Dating Apps.
by tryingtosurvive2024
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Why not take my sick feeling, feeling lonely, and contemplating on all the ways things never worked out, and tell you what is on my mind? When I first saw myspace, two thoughts came to my head.  How can I, as a straight man stay away from beautiful bikini girls?  Another thought came to me, "this place is stupid".  I remember when I was on myspace I felt like I was in 1st grade again.  Yet lots of people seemed to like it, so I thought to myself there must be something wrong with me to have these thoughts. I know what you are going to say.  "Myspace is not a dating app, nor is it a dating site."  I know that, but I just noticed that my feelings about Myspace and dating apps are the same.  I feel like both of them was and is stupid technology, and encourages people to act childish and flaky. I have never used a dating app.  I don't own a smart phone.  But when they came out I saw some videos about it on youtube.  I was like we humans have really reduced ourselves to this?  I mean all people seem to do is, look at how good someone looks and then swipe left or right.  Then hope that they can exchange messages or something.  I saw an older Woman, who created one for those who are dating in their 50's.  She made it so people were not allowed to Ghost.  They needed to give the other person closure before ending the relationship.  But really! People are so bad now days that you got to force them to handle things right? I know that dating apps work for some people.  But as one very attractive women/ dating coach on youtube said, "I don't want to tell any man to quit trying... But some men are just not attractive enough to make it work."  I'm one of those people that is not attractive enough in the face.  I got no idea how hard I might need to workout to make something like that happen.  If I had an office job, I might have the energy to work out.  But as it is, my job wears me out.  I even got bad feet from it.  Don't tell me to buy better shoes etc.  I already done that. I just feel like dating apps are so stupid.  I think the old fashion way of hitting it off, would be better.  I know it probably works for you. In the early days of 2002, I tried online dating sites.  I was around that stuff for many years.  But after 13 years, I'm like, this shouldn't be this hard.  Then I felt that I realized that these sites thrive not on those who find love, but those that keep coming back and trying over and over again.
I need help
by Dellacreux
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Just downloaded this app so I'm not sure if I'm posting in the right place. Anyways, I moved to the US from Brazil almost 3 years ago. I'm a foreigner here and that makes it harder for me to connect with people in here. I've fazed this my whole life tho. I've always been different than everybody else. I think differently, I act differently, and I don't fit in with the majority of people. I used to dance. Started in 2014 and it's the reason why I came to the US. It was the beginning of my dance career and I couldn't be happier. But during my first month here I got into a bike accident and ended up in the hospital. Still paying the bills after almost 3 years. But the worst part was tearing my ACL, on both knees. Now, after a very long and expensive rehab, I'm fully recovered and started trying to dance again, a couple of days ago. On top of that I gained a few pounds for being inactive, lost my flexibility, and didn't practice for years. Before the accident I had just lost my best friend of 8 years. We were each other's support in life, we would talk every day, and all of a sudden, she was gone. Since then I've been completely alone. On top of that, I couldn't do what I loved the most in life, dance. And this feeling, whatever it is I'm feeling, has lived with me since, every freaking day. Some days it's worse, like today. Some days I can manage it. To pay the bills I've been waiting tables since I can't dance. I was recently promoted to bartender, which would be a good thing under normal circumstances, but we're in the slow season and I've been struggling with my feelings so it's hard sometimes to put on my work mask and present happy to all the guests. So I've been also struggling to make ends meet. Work hasn't been great, I've got no social life (I also can't drive because of some vision problems), no relationships, no friends, no family, no girlfriend, no energy, no motivation, no prospects, no plan. Can't remember the last time I felt happy, and I finally realized that I've been miserable this whole time, and I simply can't fight it. I don't even have the energy to practice dance anymore and that feels terrifying.  The thought "If I was never born I wouldn't be going through this" have come to mind very often lately. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't anything to myself, but I'm scared if I don't start getting better I might. I don't want to do anything stupid. All I know is right now I need help, because I have no idea what to do.

Newbie Hub

Welcome to the Newbie Hub! This is a space for newbies to learn, ask and get involved in the community. A safe and inclusive space to help settle you in on your new 7 Cups journey. You can check out our introduction video here!


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Members Introduction Thread: Members, introduce yourselves to 7 Cups here!

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