In Conversation with Oui

Get to know our Academy Ambassador, Oui, and the wonderful human they are.

Interviewer: @Bubblegumwings1234

Interviewee: @ouiCherie

Bubble: In your 7 cups journey you travelled so far, took up different roles and now you are an ambassador for Academy, but what started your listener journey, I mean what was the reason you joined cups and then what motivated you to keep contributing and growing?

Oui:

I found 7Cups when I was browsing to understand depression to be able to support a family member. Therefore, I took GRQ with Depression labels a lot when I started.

What motivates me:

I enjoy volunteer work, and I love learning. It's eudaimonic happiness and essential for me. 7Cups is the best option out there for the combo.

I wasn't interested in taking roles at first. I had no motivation. Then, I have to get 300,000 cheers to be able to complete the Training Page. I found motivation. I began to host LSC, LD and became RS for DS. Big hug and thanks to @tranquilbear14 @LuLuRings and @blitheEmbrace27 🤗

Next, I took the LDP. I learned about the goal, the value, the culture. I read 7 Cups for the Searching Soul.

That was the point where my purpose changed. I want to do more than collect cheers; because I trust and support the idea of collaborating to create a global chain of compassion. A kinder world where help and support are abundant and free. And then, there is 7 Cups Academy, 100% free learning for anyone who wants it ❤️I’m hooked! 😀… huge thanks to @Hope @SoulfullyAButterfly and @anotherfrenchtoastclub and all Academy Team for the support and teamwork!

Bubble: What message do you want to share with all your fellow Listeners?

Oui:

• Switch to your member account every once in a while. It's healthy for your brain. And it will give you a better idea of what feels good and what's not. Even if you’re a seasoned listener, it’s good to refresh.

• I was an RS for HL. I watched how @PoliteOcean, @DonaldDraper, and @vivelespatates (my mentor) did it. Here is my takeaway: try many, pick only a few roles that fit you best, do it, and be consistent.

Happiness is a place between too much and too little and consistency matters the most for everything in life, Big shoutouts to those 3 inspiring leaders!

Bubble: In your journey what kind of challenges have you faced? And how did you overcome them and manage a proper balance in cups and off cups life?

Oui:

The growth path is never easy, but it's always worth it.

I have a long list of challenges throughout my journey. I started my journey by learning how to express empathy in text messages. I learned from scratch.

How I overcome challenges: open to learning experiences. There's always something we can learn from anything and anyone.

I like to discover people's strengths and learn from them. You can also learn from other people's weaknesses, but it's not my cup of tea. It drains me.

How I manage: I divide my daily tasks into three categories, work, personal (including self-care, prayer and time with loved ones), and 7Cups. If I check three boxes in every group, I already consider it a good day. If I fail, I'll try again tomorrow. And if I do more, how much more? No fun in too much.

Bubble: Would you like to share one of your best moments on cups as well as one of your most challenging moments, how did you react to both these moments?

Oui:

Most challenging moment: hm...Putting it mildly, it's tough. If I'm sure it will bring good, I don't mind telling the story. As of now, I cannot confirm it yet 😊

Best moment... hm..can’t decide hehe... There are lots of great moments, but I remember a nice moment. I just had a long day at the office, and I went to do RS work in the DS room (if I remember correctly), and we ended up having round table jokes and a good laugh. It was fun 😊

Bubble: What are your plans for cups and in what ways are those plans in line with your life's purpose?

Oui:

At one point, maybe I’ll take off all the roles and go back to just listening. Who knows hehe… But for now, CDM and Team Lightship first 😀because both aim to help those who need it.

Thank you for the questions and opportunity @Fristo and @Bubblegumwings1234 💜 You guys rock!

Massive shoutout to all listeners and members for continuously supporting each other and working together to make it happen! 💜And to the Admin Team, Ambassador Team and all Leaders who continuously work for the greater good. It's impressive. ⭐️