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[Listeners] Farewell/Taking a Break/Returning Thread: Send Your Regards
by MonBon
Last post
 4 hours ago
...See more This is the public support counterpart of this thread [http://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenersOnlyForums_38/ListenerSelfCare_95/FarewellTakingaBreakReturningThreadSendYourRegards_4132/1/] [L] so that listeners can let the whole community know if they are leaving or if they have come back. Below excerpt taken and modified from the original thread: Some Listeners decide, at one point or another, to take a break or in special cases to leave the site as a Listener. During their time here they may have made connections with others in the community and sometimes people aren't aware that they have left or are misinformed and thus never get the opportunity to sent their warm wishes. Thus, this thread is meant for Listeners to inform the community that they are leaving or taking a break and leave their appropriate comments for others to read. Moreover, returning Listeners can post here as well to inform the community that they are active again. Returning to 7 Cups after a break? We have a welcome Back Committee now, you can find information here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/WelcomeZone_2385/WelcomeBackCommittee_295611/] (clickable), and reach out. Your peers and mentors are here for you. <3 Lastly, others in the community can send their regards to these Listeners. [L] indicates a Listeners Only thread [Welcome back committee information added by Sunisshiningandsoareyou, 02/10/23]
Listener Classifieds (2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 8 hours ago
...See more This space is for listeners who are currently accepting chats to introduce themselves to the member community! Here are some things you can consider sharing (only share what's comfortable): Are you an ATL (Adult-Teen Listener): Gender: If you like focusing on supporting one gender, what is your preferred gender to support: Languages you speak: Topics you'll support: Topics you don’t support: Lived experience: Are you open to taking on members for long-term listening support? Your availability (in EST time) and day(s) if applicable: Members, this one’s for you! Pursue this thread, check out their bios, and see if any listeners might be a good fit!
Weekly Prompt #38: What's one negative thought pattern you'd like to challenge or reframe?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 June 27th
...See more Hello all!  A few weeks ago we discussed: What did bring you to the 7Cups Community? How did 7Cups shape your experiences so far? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/General_2440/WeeklyPrompt37Whatdidbringyouto7CupsCommunity_328251/]   [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/General_2440/WeeklyPrompt36Canyoulistfivethingsyouloveaboutyourself_327468/]If you haven't checked yet, please click here to add your thoughts.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/General_2440/WeeklyPrompt37Whatdidbringyouto7CupsCommunity_328251/] This week's prompt-  What's one negative thought pattern you'd like to challenge or reframe?  Today, let's reflect on one negative thought you may have and you may want to change, challenge, or reframe it. It can be anything. Take a moment and share to discuss with us.   Also, I invite all to help me with creating these weekly prompt discussions so that we all can come together and discuss something related to general support every week. If you any interested in helping me out, please share your interest through this form and  I will reach out to you to guide and support you in creating the next discussion.  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefjDBwy85YFxWpfrqrdXbdMORBC-pvJA4xhd10R9lMq66fIw/viewform] Have you explored 24/7 group chats to share to be heard and supported? Explore them here!  [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] -------------------------
There's no silver lining here
by ALeXaNdEr0712
Last post
 13 hours ago
...See more There's no silver lining here.. There's no getting better... There's nothing but this *** up life and then There's death. 
This is confusing
by plumHuman7913
Last post
 June 25th
...See more Has anyone ever become laser focused on old memories with people who are no longer in your life. from childhood to now. I can't stop thinking about friendships that crashed and burned and I truly feel physically sick over all of them. I am replaying a lot of repressed memories and thinking about what I could have and should have done differently.  I don't currently have any friends and that doesn't help. It's hard to believe there were times In my life where I had a normal and happy social life and now none of those people even remember me. Apologies in advance if I have misused this space.
My Needs
by tealBear2472
Last post
 June 13th
...See more I need to belong in a community. I need to make a difference. I think making a difference means helping someone online, like answering a technical question for them. This means I'm positively providing a community member help. I can also do this in person when I'm doing my errands. I can also do this if I'm texting a friend encouragement/support.
Looking For Friends, Companionship
by purpleGrapefruit2442
Last post
 June 3rd
...See more I am 29 and Have been alone/single for a long time now. Its effecting me everyday. I feel I am needy and want someone badly. If anyone wants to talk. Anyone is welcome. 
Need Someone
by Funny1994
Last post
 May 23rd
...See more I feel love deprived so much now that I feel like grabbing a random girl & ask her to care for me, to love me.Idk what to do.  Its so difficult to manage at times.
Rage
by Overit1991
Last post
 May 20th
...See more Why is it so hard for me to snap out of my anger and irritability lately? I’m 8 months postpartum. I really didn’t think I’d feel like this. I’m in a 4 year relationship and before this it was just my daughter and I. Then I met my partner and his 4 kids. 3 being his adopted nieces and little sister… I thought I could handle a big family and knew it all. I was wrong. His two nieces are 13 and 12 and his sister is also 12… so I have 3 preteens, my 8 year old daughter , his 6 year old son, and our 8 month old son. The teens are so difficult and lazy and ungrateful and I’ve done everything I could to try and show them a great life. It’s gotten so bad I feel like it’s ruining me as a mother. I feel I’m not the same mother I was when I was single and it was just my daughter and I. I wanted to show them structure so I didn’t ask for much but clean up after yourselves and keep trash and food out of your rooms but that alone has become pointless. Apple cores under their pillow. Candy wrappers everywhere. The oldest one steals from her siblings and even tried breaking into my room when I put a lock. Ever since I got in this relationship I have to keep my decorations and collectibles in my room because I can’t trust anything out in the living room. It’s just a *** feeling that I can’t have my house the way I want it and my daughter and son see me in a *** mood all the time. I’m getting duller and duller by the day. I’m not who I use to be and this relationship has definitely taken its toll. I’ve done so much and just get a middle finger to the *** face. I’ve resorted back to old ways and am just fed up with myself in all honesty. I feel like exploding. Panic attacks are back. I’m just out of it 
Creating a Mental Health First Aid Kit
by HopieRemi
Last post
 May 18th
...See more When you live with mental illness, it is not always possible to predict the next time you will find yourself struggling. Sometimes it can be sitting at the desk at work and then have an unexpected panic attack. Other times, maybe a comment triggers some past trauma and makes the rest of the day hard to go through. Whatever the situation, having a mental health crisis kit can be handy. Do note that if you are currently in crisis please click here [http://7cups.com/crisis]for the crisis resources and save this thread for when not in crisis. A mental health crisis kit, also known as mental health first aid kit, is a collection of things that you find comforting that are on hand for when things get tough mentally. Some people may carry a crisis kit in a purse or backpack while others have a crisis box at home or just a few calming objects in their car.  If you don't have an idea of what to put in your box here are some ideas, please feel free to share what you are going to put in your box. * Headphones * Journal or sketchbook * Stuffed Animal * Backup medication * Essential Oils * Playing Cards * Phone * Knitting/Crocheting supplies * Fidget Toy * A Dammit! Doll * Books * photos * playdoh * sleep mask * Coloring book * Notes to self/letters from others * Glitter 18 Things to Put in Your Mental Health Crisis Kit (themighty.com) [https://themighty.com/topic/mental-health/what-to-put-in-mental-health-crisis-kit/]
😞does anyone else feel like their not accepted for being yourself?
by Tinywhisper11
Last post
 May 14th
...See more In the chat rooms where I generally hang out, I've made lots of friends there. But the past couple of weeks, I'm not sure I belong 😞 today someon e got angry at me, someone swore at me, in the last two weeks someone told me my positivity is toxic. I've been told by one member that just because I greeted someone with merry pumpkin month, that my whole past is a lie!😞I can't be anyone other than myself😞 this is the first and only place I've had to socialise.I don't know what I'm doing wrong😢
I failed to achieve a prize in a global psychology competition..
by Aties
Last post
 May 6th
...See more I am so sad and mad at myself honestly...I tried my best to get into global round of British Psychology Competition and yet i can't manage to get even excellence prize unbelievable... I will go to the university and scholarship +admission will be coming soon... I am intending to become a psych major and i need prize soooo much in order to compete with other and this failure is so upsetting honestly i don't know what to do
Need Someone
by Avik1994
Last post
 May 4th
...See more This feels so needy. I feel so alone. I feel badly to be with someone. Craving for Companionship, Intimacy , to be loved amd cared. And its effecting my mental health. Dont Really Know wtd anymore 
Weekly Prompt #16: What are some of the emotions that you find most difficult to regulate?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 April 29th
...See more Hello everyone, I hope everyone is having a good week. In the last week, we discussed- How has your culture or upbringing influenced your approach to emotion regulation? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/ManagingEmotions_1599/WeeklyPrompt15Howhasyourcultureorupbringinginfluencedyourapproachtoemotionregulation_306600/?post=3294685] If you haven't checked yet, please click here to add your thoughts. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/ManagingEmotions_1599/WeeklyPrompt15Howhasyourcultureorupbringinginfluencedyourapproachtoemotionregulation_306600/?post=3294685] Based on the discussion there, I realized that emotion regulation is something that is not openly discussed or learned due to various factors in play. But as a consequence of it, we experience a harder time regulating our emotions because we have no clue how to channel them. So, I want to extend this week's discussion towards it a bit more. This week's prompt is: What are some of the emotions that you find most difficult to regulate? Why do you think that is? While there are many factors in play that how emotions are expressed and managed, it is important to find a balance that works for us individually. Please remember, it is okay to feel and express our emotions, and seeking support when we need it is a sign of strength. Let's discuss together and learn from each other. Join us in the 24/7 General Support Group Chat to share and support each other. [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] -------------------------
Being Sensitive
by ambitiousPineapple4582
Last post
 April 29th
...See more I'm sensitive and I hate it because I feel like I have emotional rollercoasters constantly 

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