Introduce yourself.
Hi my name is Bec.
I have been suffering since I was 14.
Everyday is a struggle and recovery is a life long journey
Hello, I have been having a very hard time lately.. I don't feel loved or appreciated everyday I just feel like I'm going through the motions...family sucks friends are non existent, I have no social life ... I work and come home in that order. other than the occasional walk to the corner store I go no where. Once my car is parked on Friday I don't venture out until Monday to start the cycle all over again. my life is blah and there seems to be no silver lining in sight..
@tc720, I can totally relate with you when it comes to just going through the motions. It can be the most monotonous thing, to do the same thing every day.
Do know that even though it doesn't seem like there's a silver lining, there's always one, however thin it may be. Here's a cute little motivational picture. :D Keep strong, and welcome to the community <3
Hi I'm Alicia, I'm 13 years old and pangender though I haven't come out yet. Everyone's favourite thing to do is ignore me. I don't have many friends and I'm very shy, but get very pusses of if people call me quite. (I'm not quite I'm shy!!) I really am a boring person I guess, well I guess that's it...
Don't let these people put you down, there's nothing wrong with being shy! And I bet you're not a boring person. There's probably lots of interesting stuff about you and I think we'd all want to know more. Kisses, Alicia.
Thanks maid. Could you introduce yourself for me, please.
Im sam. Just turned 14 recently, and i havent been diagnosed with anything, but i feel like shit all the time. Like im really not worth anything at all. And that im less than everyone else around me. Im very paranoid and it effects me a lot. Im too scared to approach my mother about going to a doctor but i feel like i wont get any better until i get an actual diagnosis
@SamStephens, hey Sam!
I know what it feels like to want a diagnosis, to have a name to what you're feeling, and it's so difficult because it's like, you want answers, you want to feel better. So believe me, I stand with you there. But do know that your depression doesn't make you worth less than everyone else; we're all struggling in some sort of way, and this happens to be yours. The truth of the matter is that it's surprisingly common, and it's the most common mental illness in the world, I believe. Here at 7Cups, we obviously can't give diagnoses, but we can offer a helping hand and a listening ear; you aren't alone. <3
Hey! (: I'm Natasha, I'm 14 years old. Ever since I was diagnosed with epilepsy disorder I've had really bad social anxiety because I'm afraid of having episodes infrint of others. My depression was more of a side affect of my medication. I'm really trying to work on my social anxiety because its gotten so bad that I can't even make a phone call! I've been in therapy for atleast 3 months. And I almost tried avoiding that because of my anxiety. That's basically all my life. Bye ^-^
@doublerainbow, hey Natasha! It's super duper nice to meet you.
Epilepsy disorder sounds really hard to deal with, but medical things do like to go hand in hand. You're so ridiculously strong, and I'd love for the community to be able to help with your social anxiety! :D You're awesome for still going to your therapy sessions despite not wanting to.
Regardless, welcome to the community! <3
Hello, I am Alex but my birth certificate says otherwise...I am currently 14 and was diagnosed with depression and anxiety last year of 2014. A YouTube video brought me here.
@GAlexE, hey, Alex! Welcome to the community! Depression and Anxiety are so, so, so hard to deal with, and you're so strong for being here despite any life event, you know? We're really glad you're here; welcome to the community.
Hey Alex it's nice too meet you, I'm Alicia welcome to 7 cups.
Hey everyone. My name is Beca. I'm 15 years of age and I'm bisexual. I don't feel loved anymore. I just seriously want someone to be friends here if that is okay?
It's very okay, Beca! Welcome! :)
@TheFatDepressedKid, that's absolutely okay, Beca. We're here for you. If you're looking to get more into the forums, we also have a Bisexual Support Community that would love to have your presence. Regardless, welcome!
I'd be very happy to be your friend. Bisexuals unite!!
Hello, I'm Rylee. I have been struggling with depression and anxiety for almost 3 years now. Doctors believe that it may be more than just normal extreme depression. I have audible and visionary hallucinations which have been getting worse lately. I have been getting better, but still slip alot lately;which is expected. I hope to learn to cope and relieve my mental illnesses with sharing with this community.
@masked2dollarbill, hey Rylee, and welcome to the community. It can be really scary to not know exactly what's going on, but do know that you're strong beyond compare. It's normal to slip a lot; do know you have a huuuuuge group of people here that'll pick you back up if you fall. <3
Hi, just call me Sky. I've been through quite a bit. I was violated by a neighbor my age when I was really young and was raped and went through an abusive relationship when I was a teenager. I struggled with substance abuse because of that which in turn led me to more jerks and problems. Things turned around when I met my husband but I've always been a worry wort since I was little. I am no longer struggling with substance abuse and my relationships are great but since I've had my 2nd baby my worry wort ways have blown into full anxiety. I also have mild touch issues because of the past that I struggle with. i can not go to get prescribed anything to help however because I'm breastfeeding so I'm trying this app to just try and talk everything out.
I'm sorry you had to go through so much. You sound like a strong person. We're all happy to have you here with us! 
Social axiety. Love singing and dancing.... stage fright. Big dreams.....that not even I have discovered. On the right path, has no direction. Depression, without a low, there ain't a high. And I am perfectly imperfect just like the rest of you knuckleheads ^
Hi everyone, my name is Sinéad. I have been a diagnosed depressive for nearly 15 years and I am in therapy however since shortly before the birth of my five month old son, I have lost control of my depression and even my meds aren't as effective. I literally stumbled upon 7CoT tonight, I'm really just looking for an understanding outlet as my husband has never known me to be this bad before and he doesn't understand. I really hope joining this community can help me👍🏻