12) About the Writer: Writing Effective Writer Biographies

@Wildarkberry

Amazing job, very detailed description. The only thing missing was what parts of the biography highlighted each of the EAT factors.

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Helpful has been an active listener in 7 cups since August 2023. She has completed several trainings related to mental health and considers it important to help others. She is currently participating in the Content Development and Marketing Program. It is important for her to write articles with adequate knowledge that draw attention to mental illnesses. As a verified listener, she has helped many people. People can trust her because she is open-minded and non-judgmental.

-        - Expertise: completed trainings related to mental health

-        -  Authority: listening experience

-        -  Trust: being a non-judgmental listener

@helpfulmindful88

Overall, the biography is strong in conveying a commitment to expertise, authority, and trust. To improve, consider providing more specific details about the mental health training and the extent of your listening experience.

@stargirl123456, You did an excellent job conveying attention to every detail. You have also not only established each step you have thoroughly thought about each sentence as you wrote it, and it shows. The only thing I would like to add is that you create more engagement by presenting more of what you do within the community, and perhaps a little bit of tone shifting as well. Other than that great job!

@SoulfullyAButterfly

@babyangel

Your bio is incredibly open and compassionate. I love how you share your experiences to resonate with the readers, bringing warmth and genuine willingness to help 😄💜

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Using the factors discussed above, write a biography for your prospective articles at 7 Cups. Feel welcome to include your real name/pseudonym or first name - anything you are comfortable with being prospectively published!

After you have written the brief paragraph-form biography, point out what parts of the biography highlight each of the EAT factors.

Hachi’s Biography:

Hachi firmly believes in the transformative power of knowledge, and its ability to foster positive changes and meaningful impacts in our lives. Hachi seized every opportunity to learn and grow, drawing inspiration from learning to manage stress and negative thoughts, improving decision-making skills and problem-solving skills.

Since August 2023, Hachi has been an active listener at 7 Cups, experiencing the profound impact of forging compassionate connections. Enrolled in the Content Development and Marketing program, Hachi is dedicated to refining writing and research skills, aiming to craft compelling and valuable resources that resonate deeply with others. Actively engaged in 7 Cups forums, Hachi shares insights that speak to the hearts and minds and fosters a sense of community.

Highlighted EAT Factors:

Expertise:

• As an active listener at 7 Cups, it showcases my expertise in offering compassionate support and forging connections.
• Enrollment in the Content Development and Marketing program signifies my dedication to honing writing and research.

Authoritativeness:

• While I can’t cite any publication, my commitment to learning and experiences in and mental health support can contribute to growing my authority in that domain.
• My active engagement within 7 Cups forums can also contribute to establishing authority through shared insights and community involvement.

Trustworthiness:

• My active participation in 7 Cups and intern experience fosters trust through demonstrated involvement in supportive environments.
• Sharing my insights within forums helps build trust by contributing to a sense of community and connection.

@HachiBee the whole thing is great. It is very alluring to the reader. The only thing I would say to edit is indentation at the beginning of a paragraph. 

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Biography:

Enigmaticpanda4152 has been a verified listener on 7Cups since November 2023. They prioritize self-care and mental health over materialistic pursuits. Renowned for their compassion and empathy, as highlighted in positive reviews from members on their profile, they have earned various badges on 7Cups. These badges signify completion of diverse training and certifications, mentionably; Active listener level 4 certification given for investing more than 100 hours of listening and training, Master badge awarded for completion of active listening course level 2; showcasing their dedication towards learning skills to support people. Currently, they are a trainee in the Content Development and Marketing program, with a commitment on spreading mental health awareness through writing.

EAT review:

Expertise

🔹️ The mention of being a verified listener on 7Cups since November 2023.

🔹️ The description of earning various badges on 7Cups, signifying completion of diverse training and certifications. 

Authority

🔹️ Currently as a trainee in the Content Development and Marketing program.

🔹️ Completion of Active listener level 2 course and earning of Master badge.

🔹️ Active listener level 4 certificate received for investing more than 100 hours of listening and training. 

Trust

🔹️ Positive reviews from members on the profile highlight the trust factor.

🔹️ The completion of diverse training and certifications on 7Cups.

🔹️ The dedication towards learning and supporting mental health concerns.

@enigmaticpanda4152

 Concise and impactful biography. Well done! 🌟

@enigmaticpanda4152

it looks really great. Wish you all the best for future. 

@SoulfullyAButterfly

I'm Aarshamithra G Devi, a dedicated trained listener at 7 Cups, passionate about fostering positivity and mental well-being. Guided by the philosophy of "वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् - World is One Family," I bring practical, hands-on experience to provide empathetic support for individuals facing various challenges. While lacking a formal degree, my commitment to understanding and aiding those navigating mental health concerns has grown through active listening.

In the 7 Cups community, I serve as a Verified Listener, trained NAMI listener, Academy Mentor, and member of various support and project teams. As a Smile Spreader, Forum Supporter, and Room Supporter, I thrive in fostering kindness and appreciation. Having completed courses like IDC and active listening, I constantly strive for personal and collective growth.

Every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and I'm here to support you on your unique path. Real success is rooted in our collective efforts, not just worldly achievements. Let's navigate this journey together! 🌟

@WeEarth

Youre really going quickly through this course.

   Holden has been an active writer for years and is no stranger to mental health. For nearly 17 years Holden has battled severe mental health and learned some great lessons in skills. Besides formal education is psychology in college Holden has been a verified listener on 7 Cups for quite some time. Handling a broad spectrum of mental health issues. His wall of glowing reviews is a testimony to his knowledge and skills at helping others overcome problems they are facing. Reading Holden’s bio on his listener account shows a strong sense of professionalism and expertise. Reading it lets you see his great philosophies on recovery and a sense that he has a strong will and confidence to provide you the help you need. 

E- active writer, suffers from mental health issues, formal education.

A- mentioning reviews. 

T- mentioning the listener bio and some of its contents.

@ThoughtLight

Awesome use of words, felt like I'm reading a masterpiece from an ancient book 😄

@daydreammemories thank you very much. I appreciated it. I've been cultivated that skill since childhood when I first began writing. 

@SoulfullyAButterflyHey,

I am Isheni. I’d like to share my journey from the beginning with you all. During my school time I really interested in the field of psychology. It was in my heart all the time. After school I have started my university life. While I am going to university, I got a chance to follow a course related to counselling. It was really hard for me to focus on my job, university studies as well as this new course. But my desire to get into the field made me more powerful. It motivated me to balance everything. Finally, I could come up with a First Class.

After graduating, I got opportunity to become a member of the SLNIPS, which is a association on professional counsellors, in Sri Lanka. Now I have a diploma along with all the qualifications to be a counsellor. But it was not easy for me.

The next challenge was to get practice, by going for a training. But all my days were filled with my job and the lectures. When I was thinking about this, I used to find out whether is there any online platform for me to try this. Then I found 7 cups.

Now I am a listener for around 3 months, and I am verified. Also I got opportunity to get trained as an intern. So I am pretty sure that this is a blessing for me. I am really grateful to have to platform. Because I love help others as much as I can. I am happy with my journey so far.

E – Gained a lot of experience

A – Good Listening skills

T – being a non-judgmental listener

@CupcakeCaring

Nice bio!

Good Listening skills would be categorized in the trustworthiness or the expertise section rather than authority. For authority, you can state the fact that you're part of 7Cups, which is well known and has a good name.

@MarwaneB

thank you 💙

@SoulfullyAButterfly

MarwaneB is a dedicated medical student currently undergoing his internship year, with a particular passion for psychiatry. Despite not yet holding a formal degree, MarwaneB's expertise shines through his extensive involvement as an active listener on the 7 Cups platform for over two years, where he has provided invaluable support to individuals struggling with mental health concerns. His commitment to understanding and addressing these issues underscores his expertise in the field of mental health support, complementing his medical training. MarwaneB's contributions to articles on 7 Cups are a testament to his dedication to enhancing content quality and fostering discovery within the community.

-> Expertise: The status as a medical student undergoing internship demonstrates ongoing education and practical experience in the medical field, particularly in psychiatry. Additionally, the extensive involvement as an active listener on 7 Cups for over two years showcases expertise in providing support for mental health concerns, despite not having a formal degree.

-> Authoritativeness: While not having any citations or publications yet, the active engagement in the mental health support community on 7 Cups establishes as an authoritative figure within this context. The contributions and interactions within this platform contribute to growing authority in the field.

->Trust: reflected in his dedication to providing high-quality support on 7 Cups and commitment to enhancing content quality within the community. Also, the active involvement and passion for psychiatry inspire trust among readers and fellow contributors.

@MarwaneB Based on the factors and tips discussed above, here are some positive and constructive points about @MarwaneB's biography:

- The biography is concise and informative, and it highlights the relevant experience and credentials of the author.

- The biography uses the EAT factors to establish the author's expertise, authority, and trust in the field of mental health support, especially in relation to the 7 Cups platform and community.

- The biography uses a professional and engaging tone, and it showcases the author's passion and dedication for the topic.

Some possible suggestions for improvement are:

- The biography could use some punctuation and capitalization to improve the readability and clarity of the text. For example, the author's name should be capitalized, and there should be a period at the end of the sentence.

- The biography could use some specific examples or details to illustrate the author's involvement and contributions on 7 Cups. For example, the author could mention the number of people they have supported, the topics they have written about, or the feedback they have received from the community.

- The biography could use a personal touch or a call to action to connect with the readers and invite them to read more of the author's work. For example, the author could share a personal story, a quote, or a question related to the topic, or they could direct the readers to their portfolio or profile.

I hope this feedback is helpful and constructive. I think @MarwaneB has written a good biography and I look forward to reading more of their work. 😊

@ThoughtsBubbleExpress

Thank you very much for the tips again!

@MarwaneB You're welcome! please keep up the good work! 

@SoulfullyAButterfly 

Alifa Rahman, She/Her, 7 Cups username: @ThoughtsBubbleExpress, Is a Verified Adult Listener a Gratitude Rain team member with certification in Quality Listening Course, on 7 Cups with a wide and diverse interest range, and has helped 171 people so far, and has completed all the Active Listener, Peer Pro and All the Listener Training Topics on 7 Cups. She initiated her listener journey on 7 Cups on July 2022.

She is an aspiring Clinical Psychologist with a Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology and Certification in Counseling Practitioner and a 7 Cups Academy Trainee.

Apart from being a listener, she co-hosts sharing circles and participates in chat rooms, and also creates forum posts on 7 Cups that are philosophical, focusing upon reflection, human awareness, self development, and deep discussions. Her writing style focuses mostly on validating the experiences, feelings, and emotions of readers on mental health topics.

Expertise: My Expertise is demonstrated by my role as a Verified Adult Listener and Gratitude Rain Team Member on 7 Cups, my certification in the Quality Listening Course, and my educational background in psychology.

Authority: My Authoritativeness is shown through my active participation in 7 Cups as a listener, a co-host of sharing circles, and a contributor to forum posts. Mentioning my writing style also adds to my authoritativeness

Trust: Trust is established with readers by allowing readers to check out my posts and profile on 7 Cups, which provides transparency and allows them to verify my contributions.

@ThoughtsBubbleExpress

such a detailed and inspiring biography. 💚 I like that you mentioned your focus topic as well. 

@sky2Ocean20 Thank you Sky! 😊

@ThoughtsBubbleExpress

beautiful bio :) and you have an interesting background :)

@brightDayFairy Thank you! So is yours! 😊

@SoulfullyAButterfly

Using the factors discussed above, write a biography for your prospective articles at 7 Cups

Ajanta is a verified volunteer active listener at 7 cups. she completed her internship with honors and is actively involved as a forum supporter and room supporter. She contributes her graphic designing skills to make appreciation posts for her fellow volunteer peers and is also a project agent for academy outreach. She is dedicated to exercising her expertise in CBT for the betterment of people and the community.  She is known for being empathetic, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Her listener profile has a 5-star rating and 290+ forum post upvotes. 

EAT factors

Expertise:-

-Graphic designing skills, CBT

Authority:-

-role as a forum supporter, room supporter, Academy outreach PA

Trust

-verified profile

-5 star rating

-forum upvotes

@sky2Ocean20

Very well written, concise and direct with amazing EAT factors!

@SoulfullyAButterfly

About the Writer:

As a dedicated listener at 7 Cups for over a year, I have experience in providing compassionate support to individuals facing mental health challenges. With a bachelor's degree in psychology, I am equipped with a foundational understanding of mental health principles. Furthermore, I have cultivated my expertise through training and practical application in active listening and coaching. Through my personal mental health blog, I strive to share insights and experiences that resonate with others, fostering a sense of trust and understanding within the community.

EAT Factors Highlighted:

• Expertise: bachelor's in psychology, listener at 7 Cups

• Authoritativeness: mental health blog

• Trust: compassion, empathy, understanding

@brightDayFairy

Ah, I just realized I wrote in first person instead of as "brightDayFairy", but somehow I can't change the post :D

@SoulfullyAButterfly, here is mine

Terra first started this journey when she was going through some major hardships back in 2022. She stumbled upon this site, and ever since she has been through a glistening stages of development just like a butterfly. She has been a listener for quite some time now, and from being a Listener, she has evolved into a Moderator. Terra is not only a dedicated peer to this community, but also a loving mother, supportive wife, and a full-time worker at a work-from-home job. Terra has handily driven each person she has met here with her resilience, empathy, and wise words. You will always discover Terra trying new things whether it is learning a new skill or finding new ways to help others'. Terra has often been the center of peer appreciation or has others coming to her telling her how insightful she is, and how incredibly strong she is for a person her age. 

Expertise: I involved when I first started and how easily hooked I was to being here from that moment forward and the progression stages.

Authoritative: I mentioned that I do many things from being a mom, and a wife to working from home and still being here each day as a dedicated member of this community.

Trust: I created the trust by placing the fact that I have had many peer appreciations made for me and some of the members have come to me to tell me the positive things they think/ have thought of me.

@InsightfulPhoenix

i love this bio!!! It flows so nice, and your last sentence left a smile on my face! 

The only thing is i think others' should be others, im not sure about the grammar, i may be wrong. Grammarly is my lifesaver ❤️

Bunny has always had a deep passion for helping others. On his 15th birthday he created his listening account, and soon was a moderator, and a familiar face on the teen side of 7cups. He has faced many hardships in his life, everything from abuse to being trans to anxiety, and he uses this to empathize with others. While he has recently stepped down from most responsibilities on 7cups, to take care of some chronic heath issues, he still enjoys helping. When he isn't on cups he enjoys reading, and playing music. One day he wishes to be a trauma surgeon, along with writing film scores in his free time. 

(i do realize i forgot the eat part, itll be in reply) 

I forgot what eat stands for, im hungry 😂😂😂

expertise: I gave examples of my roles on 7cups, as well as my lived experiences

Authority : i talked a bit about the effect on the teens that me being here has had. 

Trust: i showed compassion, while writing in simple language to make me appear compassionate

ik this is bad, ive never been good at writing about me aha. Please feedback is always accepted openly ❤️❤️

@SoulfullyAButterfly

I am Lamimoon, a passionate and inquisitive learner, who believes that life means progress. I have been an active listener since October 2023 in 7 Cups and received verification from 7 Cups community based on my commitment to active listening skills and quality chatting. Also, I have completed over 30 trainings provided from 7 Cups for mental health, including the all Peer Trainings, as this proves that I have knowledge related to mental health field. Ever since I started listening and supporting people, I acquired 5 star reviews and helped over 18 people. I am 7 Cups Internship Graduate and currently enrolled in Quality Listening Program and Content and Development Program. Lastly, from everything I presented above about myself, I want to point out that my biggest motivation is supporting people and our world in any way I can, but my favorite role for helping people is being a listener on 7 Cups. Let's make the world a better place with our little steps towards big future. And, I do not claim to be a great writer but rather a great observer of the world and people.

EXPERTISE: 

- 6 months as a active listener on 7 Cups

- Completed over 30 trainings related to mental health

- 7 Cups Internship Graduate

AUTHORITATIVNESS:

- Helped over 18 people

- Verified listener

TRUST:

- 5 star reviews

@lamimoon Your biography is a heartfelt reflection of dedication and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others through active listening and support on 7 Cups.

It captures a journey of personal growth, learning, and meaningful contribution to mental health support. Here are some suggestions for further refinement, incorporating the EAT principles: