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[Listeners] Farewell/Taking a Break/Returning Thread: Send Your Regards
by MonBon
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 1 day 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]
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NAMI Oath
by Kate
Last post
 Friday
...See more Any new member of the NAMI Community who introduces themselves and takes the NAMI Oath will receive the NAMI Oath Badge. Please copy, paste, sign and date the following NAMI Oath within this thread: NAMI Oath I pledge a moral oath before my fellow active listeners, 7 Cups members and NAMI supporters. I pledge to help support NAMI's mission and to dedicate myself to building better lives for anyone affected by mental illness. I pledge to always try my best to be a positive influence and make a difference in the lives of others. I pledge to be #stigmafree and respectful of anyone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge. I will educate, advocate and listen to others' experiences without judgment or bias. I will encourage acceptance and understanding. When I see that someone needs more than the peer support I can provide, I will refer them to professional help and appropriate resources. I pledge to make my own self-care a priority and recognize when I need to take extra time to take care of my own mental health. I will keep these promises and I will do everything in my power to promote mental health, healing, and wellness within myself, my fellow members and my world. I believe that no one should face mental illness alone and I pledge to provide peer support to anyone who reaches out to the NAMI Community for help. Signed: Date:
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Listener Classifieds (January 2025) Members, Check Out Our Listeners Accepting New Chats!
by Heather225
Last post
 Thursday
...See more Happy New Year! This space is for Listeners currently accepting chats to introduce themselves to the member community! Members, if any listeners pique your interest, you can then check out their bios and see if they might be a good fit for you! Here are some things you can consider sharing (only share what's comfortable): Are you an adult or teen? Are you an ATL? Please post in our special ATL exclusive thread here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/generalsupport/General_2440/IntroducingtheAdultListenerClassifiedsATLsAcceptingNewChatsLetOurTeensKnow_343599/?post=3735952] Gender: 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:
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Day dreaming or overthinking. Choices 😞
by MummyMumMotherMam1
Last post
 January 14th
...See more I just walk, and walk, and walk, daydreaming about nothing really, just enjoying the fact I’m outside my own thoughts for once…….   I cough, it brings me back to reality. “So what you fancy for dinner tonight? (My husband starts talking) Trying to do everything in his power to be the best husband possible (I wonder for how long this time)  I can’t believe after 22 years of what I only thought was a happy marriage was a complete joke. The man I totally adored, loved and respected broke me. My loyalty, trust, respect and love for him was now shattered into a thousand pieces, with no way to glue it back together without being cut to the bone some more!!!  Food is a necessity I suppose, but it’s the last thing I want. I don’t feel hungry. I feel empty, not so much in a bad way. I just don’t feel anything right now. Not really. I’m not hungry, not tired, not cold, and, well come to think of it, I’m not even feeling sore! (Fibromyalgia shows its ugly face on a daily basis)  I want to go back to day dreaming, Watching the clouds change shapes in the water. Where my mind was blank, only noticing the shapes and shadows, the light on the water and the colour change in the sky, the smell of fresh air, and the odd annoying sound of a bee as though it’s flying straight into my inner ear. Where shivers run down my back and my shoulders rise my hair stands on end! In a comforting way it feels nice. Knowing that in that exact moment, all my worries are none existent. Every fiber of my being is now wrapped up in this one second.  The buzzzzzz!!! 🐝🐝 
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Thoughts, lately
by courageousHuman2692
Last post
 January 13th
...See more Over last couple days I cant seem to stop thinking about my mother's affair.  Its so weird to say the word "affair" I like someone and one of the greatest fears when you care about someone is if you are being cheated on. And here i am daughter of a cheater. I cant let anyone know about this fact. Its gonna make me look so bad.  I think about the fact that my dad could have literally done anything to prevent this.  Or maybe thats not true. Maybe even if my dad was perfect this was unavoidable.   Idk whats reality Its bugging me.  Its not my place to tell anyone about this. Its not MY SECRET.  Its bugging me tho, i cant stop thinking about it Maybe im deflecting. Not looking at me or my flaws. Focusing on her. I have billion flaws to fix.
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by AshleyGamer1995
Last post
 January 12th
...See more WHAT IS GOING ON WITH MY LIFE RIGHT NOW WHY IS THAT PERSON BULLYING ME AGAIN AND NO ONE CARING ABOUT ME THEY ARE  ANNOYING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage: :rage:
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Managing Boundaries: My Personal Journey
by ZenArashi
Last post
 January 7th
...See more    I’ll be honest, setting boundaries used to feel like a foreign concept to me. For the longest time, I thought that being “nice” and always saying yes was the key to being a good friend, family member, or colleague. But over the years, I’ve learned that not having boundaries can leave you feeling drained, overwhelmed, and even resentful. And, as much as I hated to admit it, I was burning out.    I used to constantly stretch myself too thin, saying "yes" to every request, even when I knew I didn’t have the emotional bandwidth. That's when I realized that I had to start putting myself first, and that meant learning to set boundaries.    I used to think that saying “no” would make me seem selfish or uncaring. But over time, I learned that boundaries are actually an act of self-respect, not selfishness. By respecting my own limits, I can show up as my best self for others.     I’ve realized that not all energy is worth sharing. Some people, situations, or environments drain me, and I need to know when to step back. One of the hardest lessons I’ve learned is how to walk away from toxic or emotionally exhausting situations. It’s not always easy, some days I get it right, and other days I struggle. But I’ve learned to be kind to myself when I slip up, and I give myself permission to reset.    Boundaries are still a work in progress for me, but every small step I take toward honoring my limits has made a huge difference in my mental health. It’s not about shutting people out or being unkind. It’s about creating space to care for myself so that I can show up fully for others.  You can’t pour from an empty cup. 
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Coping with disabilities and emotions
by Tinywhisper11
Last post
 December 29th
...See more I'm not sure how people cope 😢 my back is broken so my legs became dead weights and they had to amputate them I'm missing some of my fingers and I have lots of scars. But the worst pain is in my head memories of darkness and suffering. It's really hard to battle with your mind. I'm living in a whole new world now and theese past few years have taught me so much. But every day is a battle. Does anyone know how to cope?
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It feels too late to have meaningful romantic relationships.
by UnsungTangerine
Last post
 December 7th, 2024
...See more As silly as that may sound, perhaps I am being pessimistic. That is a possibility, but I always felt like over our earlier years we sort of build up or gain a semi understanding of relationships in some capacity. Even if they happen to not work out all that well, but me now midway through my twenties it makes me realize that I lack that experience. Perhaps I could get it at some point, but it feels like it would be difficult given my lack of much experience. The expectation especially is for me to take the first step, something I am not sure if I am completely capable of to be honest and I would hate to be embarrassed for not knowing certain things. 
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Feeling Lost
by convivialJet8323
Last post
 November 24th, 2024
...See more I feel trapped! Found out someone that I have loved all my life betrayed me. I feel like I have to forgive them because I have special needs children involve, but I am hurting. I want to know how to love without being too attached so I can mentally move on. This person is the only person I have had in my life for over a decade, so now I feel lost after what they did. I pray that I am able to forgive, but it's really hard. The person apologized it seemed sincere, as this person never betrayed me before. So how do I move pass this for my own mental health? Thank you!
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Express your problems here.
by DepressionAttack
Last post
 November 9th, 2024
...See more Express your problems here and see if we can get around them.
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Cheating
by courageousHuman2692
Last post
 November 8th, 2024
...See more Found out that cheating can be genetic. :) just like addiction, gambling.. Soo, that means im prone to cheat? I could be a cheater in future?  thats not a closed option for me? I cant stop thinking negative. I found that im daughter of a man who lost everything because of his arrogance and stupidity and an abusive monsterous cheating woman. My family lost my respect  , now idk how to get it back. I hate all my friends,  fake and snakes. Wish i was different
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An Alternate Take on the Feelings Wheel
by Espejo
Last post
 November 3rd, 2024
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Family Issues
by anupama1234
Last post
 October 26th, 2024
...See more I had an issue with my mum. Her brother in law came to Sri Lanka, he is loved by all of me my siblings. I wanted to be with him for a few days and introduce my husband too. He came cause his mother passed away. Yesterday I told mum that I will be coming to the funeral and then will stay for a few nights as my uncle is there. When we got home my mum was acting bit strange as if she didnt like my husband I stay for a few days. When I ased about sleeping arrangements she gave us a room with lots of storage and dust and all. She knew this but my husband didnt. When he checked the room he said we cant stay as we both have sinuses. And for the first time in my husband's life (He is a very patience guy who never complaints) he has understood that my mum didnt like us to stay there. Honestly we wont mind staying on floor even. But she gave the worst room. And after the funeral I told my family that we wont stay and we will go back. My mum was not hesitant, she didnt even ask why or didnt ask to stay. I am so upset cause my husband's family never even hurt me by a word, but this is how my mom treat my husband. And today morning, I blamed my mum, but she was saying that eventhough she was tired she gave us a banana, and we are the ones who hurt her. FOr the whole lifetime she has been treating me differently and I have mum issues. I always look for her love and appreciation which I get rarely. This is the first time I stepped up and blamed her. She is a very self centered person, who thinks that we must treat her a queen cause our father passe away. Am I wrong?
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Motivation
by Kate
Last post
 October 21st, 2024
...See more What motivates you to keep going even when you may feel down and hopeless? What gives you the strength to get up in the morning and persevere?

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