Anyone can be a Social Soldier! Find out more here!~ (OLD THREAD)
Welcome to the official forum thread for the Social Soldiers! Im glad youre here; youre amazing, and Im glad youre part of the community.
Introduction
The Social Soldiers project was created with the intent on eliminating the stigma that comes along with mental illness on social media, guiding those who are depressed/having a hard time/need someone to talk to right here to 7CupsOfTea. As Laura explained in her lovely thread right here, we need to be here for people who may feel as though they have no other place to turn.
What are Social Soldiers?
Social Soldiers are people that use 7Cups-designated social media to guide people in the right direction, hopefully leading them to the site where they can talk to someone who truly cares. They use the handles Twitter, Reddit and/or Tumblr, and check the tags for depression, or self harm, or anything along those lines.
Who can be a Social Soldier?
Anyone! Thats the beauty of this project; literally anyone can get involved with it.
What isnt a Social Soldier?
Sharing your own personal social media with other members/listeners.
Someone that shares their personal social media in this thread.
Just to debunk a question that may be asked, you can totally share your referral link on your personal social media handles, however we do ask that you dont share your personal social media handle here. If you have a big following on Twitter, and youd rather use your personal account to spread the word, thats totally okay, just do not share with other members/listeners your personal account. If you have any questions on this, feel free to PM me.
How to get involved?
Read through our post on the new team, to understand the changes a little more as well as to find the links to apply.
Project Leadership
@ArwaS - Project Leader
@Erato - Twitter Team Leader
@Yendi - Tumblr Team Leader
Find 7 Cups on social media here - Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest
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What does a good message look like?
Tumblr: Hey __________, I see that you?re feeling down. Just know that you never have to be alone; there is always someone to listen. -insert referral link-
Twitter: You never have to be alone -referral link- #7Cups
Reddit: Any kind message relating to a person in distress will do, so long as you have your referral link.
Directly from Laura?s thread, the following things would be good to track:
Tumblr: Check the tags depression, self harm, lonely, loneliness, needafriend, depressed, sad, anxiety, or anything relating to these.
Twitter (credit to Laura): #needtovent
#feelinglonely
#needafriend
#feelingdepressed
#depressed
#Iamalone
#needtotalk
Reddit (credit to Laura): http://www.reddit.com/r/relationships/
http://www.reddit.com/r/depression/
http://www.reddit.com/r/relationship_advice/
http://www.reddit.com/r/LongDistance/
http://www.reddit.com/r/ForeverAlone/
http://www.reddit.com/r/stopsmoking/
http://www.reddit.com/r/LGBTeens/
http://www.reddit.com/r/sad/
http://www.reddit.com/r/MMFB/
http://www.reddit.com/r/REDDITORSINRECOVERY/
http://www.reddit.com/r/getting_over_it/
http://www.reddit.com/r/lonely/
http://www.reddit.com/r/needafriend
http://www.reddit.com/r/anxiety
http://www.reddit.com/r/stopselfharm
http://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD
http://www.reddit.com/r/BipolarReddit/
Nice! Thanks for that :)
This is a great idea! I have been posting the links every now and then in my social media, but I will start looking at these specific tags in my free time to actually reach the people who need help <3
@BlueCute
That's great that you're already posting in your social media sites! Would you like to be part of the Social Soldiers team? If so, here is the LINK to the application--just indicate which team(s) you are interested in :)
@RocketsMom
@Amelia do you have to have someone as a reference? I haven't really got to know anyone here yet but I really wanna get involved with this.
@Amelia I might join too XD
Me too, it seems like amazing project.
@JordanPeraltaa
@BlueCute 100%in agreement. Great ideas!
Awesome!
This is perfect! I'm just getting back into blogging and want to make sure I impact people as positively as possible. This will make that easier if anyone is serious about or checks it out.
Thanks!
@brightCreature67
That's great!! Are you interested in signing up for Social Soldiers? If so, here is the LINK to the application--just indicate which team(s) you are interested in.
@brightCreature67 that's cool I have my own blogging thing on Facebook
@brightCreature67 blogging is great keep it up
@Cadence
know a lot of people through my blog who'd love this site. Totally posting this!
thanks :)
@Cadence This is helpful! Merci! :)
@calmCandy20 i agree!!
I posted the link on Twitter and I was happy that now more people knows about 7cups :)
@Nahlazii
That's great that you're spreading the word!! Are you interested in signing up for Social Soldiers? If so, here is the LINK to the application--just indicate which team(s) you are interested in.
@Nahlazii Yes that's awesome!!
things I didn'tknow how to do until I saw this! thanks :)
@Cadence Thanks
@Cadenc
That sounds great. i would definately do that.
I look forward to helping others and spreading the word about 7cups :)
I have a tumblr and i never thought of putting the links on there- what a great way to get the word out
@Cadence
thank you :) I will hopefully tenement to quote these to people.
@Cadence thanks :)
I don't really use reddit or tumblr or twitter that much, but I've posted links on my instagram and facebook and tagged my friends to get the word out :)
@Cadence nice :)
@Cadence amazing idea! hope i can join too in the next furure. i would love to spread the word around as much as i can!
@Cadence thanks for the post, I need this :)
@Cadence great!
@Cadence I can do that. I can be a social soldiet
@Cadence great! Thank you for this!
@Cadence nice!
Great message. Very helpful @Cadence
@Cadence Saw this, and THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS!!!
@Cadence I haven't had a chance to finish my application to become a social soldier, but after looking through this post I decided to go onto my Tumblr and start conversations with people who seem to need some help. I think this is a great idea and I am really looking forward to use social media to help young people in need.
@Cadence this is so awesome! I really love your idea
@Cadence
So helpful! exactly what i have been looking for, thanks alot!
@Cadence came here from tumbkr
@Cadence Thank you for this! 
@Cadence This was really helpful, thank you :)
@Cadence Thanks for the tips :)
@Cadence i love thissss ❤
Had invited one!
@Cadence this kind of tags are like spreading wings of social comfort and help. :)
@Cadence I have my personal link attached to my Twitter. Is that okay?
@Cadence
Great job 👍
@Cadence
This is amazing. Past me really could have used something like this on social media.
Thanks! <3
@Cadence this is great!
@Cadence
thank you! Great information
@candace Very useful wow
@Cadence
Ooh thanks 💜
@Cadence
grear idea! 
Core Team
Our core team is here with the sole intention on helping you be the best Social Soldier you can be. Feel free to message any of the people here if you have any questions about a certain social media handle. They will be looking over the listeners to ensure theyre doing their jobs the best they can, and also make sure people are getting directed to the site in the best way possible.
Twitter Core Team Leaders: @Jessica, @Katheryn, @Noasu
Adult Twitter Core Team Members: @wonderfulPumpkin71, @bestTruth96, @resourcefulCupcake48, @MusicGal @GentleCandy97, @comfortingname78
Teen Twitter Core Team Members: @Ringingbells2015, @Lyra, @Niko, @ZaraSmiles, @RebeccaEmily
Tumblr Core Team Leaders: @Jaelin, @Gracey, @OpenDoor01
Tumblr Core Team Members: @believeintheverybestchrissy, @CoffeeTeaAndHonesty
Reddit Core Team Leaders: @EvelyneRose, @xSarahlynnx
Reddit Core Team Members: @resourcefulCupcake48, @YouCanHas
If you're interested in applying for Core Team, please PM me! Tumblr is currently not accepting any more Core Team Members or Leaders.
Hello everyone,
If you are interested in becoming a social soldier please fill out this form. Everyone is still welcome to join, its mostly just a formality to record and keep track of those who join. Thank you!
Also
Twitter Core Team Leaders:@Jessica,@HiddenGrace,@Noasu
Adult Twitter Core Team Members:@wonderfulPumpkin71, @bestTruth96, @resourcefulCupcake48, @MusicGal.
Teen Twitter Core Team Members:@Ringingbells2015, @Lyra, @Niko, @KeepOnSmiling
TumblrCore Team Leaders:@Jaelin, @Gracey @OpenDoor01
TumblrCore Team Members:@believeintheverybestchrissy@CoffeeTeaAndHonesty
RedditCore Team Leaders:@EvelyneRose, @xSarahlynnx
RedditCore Team Members:@resourcefulCupcake48, @YouCanHas
We now have a team dashboard, please feel free to check it out. Thats for anyone on the team, if I didnt tag you im sorry the link to the dashboard is herePlease save it if you can!!!
Love Jaelin<3
Made a 7 Cups twitter account and posted my referral link. Havent signed up officially however.
@Cadence Hey, I'd like to aply for the Core Team (twitter) but I can't PM you because you're an adult listener.
@Cadence thank you
Contest:
We?re holding a contest to see who can get the most referral clicks within two weeks. The winner will get the wonderful feeling of referring the most people, along with the possibility of an exclusive badge (stay tuned).
Please post your referral numbers right here!
Starting this today. Can't wait to help others find out about 7 Cups!
@bestTruth96, I can't wait to work with you! Thank you for your enthusiasm. <3
@Cadence we should make a contest like that again sounds cool!
@Cadence doing that
With all of this being said, I hope you enjoy this project as much as I do. Let?s use the power of social media to end mental illness stigma! Feel free to post your 7Cups handles here. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the thread, PM me or one of the Core Team.
Thank you for being patient while I was setting up; feel free to post now.
My 7CupsTumblr ishttps://www.tumblr.com/blog/jaelin-7cupsoftea
My 7 Cups twitter is @Jessica_7_Cups 
@Jessica that's quite cool!!:)
Hey! Find me on Twitter @Jess7cups
My 7 Cups Twitter
@MusicGal_7Cups
My 7 Cups twitter is Smiling_7cups
@ZaraSmiles that's a nice name for it! Even your nickname is cool so yeah haha <3
My 7 Cups twitter is @Rebecca_7cups :)
My 7Cups Tumblr is https://www.tumblr.com/blog/versatilepeace26-7cups
@Cadence It was so amazing to be a part of the Twitter Team! Mine is @wearegladtohelp <3 I have just started a day ago and has successfully turned in 100 tweets! <3
You guys can introduce yourselves here: https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenersOnlyForums_38/SocialSoldiersForumSection_509/SocialSoldierTwitterTeam_32653/
My 7Cups twitter account is Niko_7Cups 
Completely forgot to do this! I'm @Lyra_7Cupson Twitter❤
mine is daniela_7cups :)
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaay thank you so much @Cadence for such a fabulous, beautiful, informative thread!
So excited to spread 7 cups to the world, and help others realise that there are people willing to listen to them :) #goteam ???
@ZaraSmiles Exactly! I'm glad so many people want to help. :)
Ready to make Reddit awesome with @EvelyneRose
Here's one really long list of hashtags about mental help. (Source:psychcentral.com)
#abuse ? abusive behaviours, or substance abuse
#add ? attention deficit disorder
#adhd ? attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder
#addict #addiction or #addictions ? various addictions (substances also have hashtags)
#anxiety ? anxiety
#asd or #autism ? autism spectrum disorders
#aspie ? Asperger?s Syndrome
#attitude ? positive attitude
#bipolar ? bipolar disorders
#bodyimage ? body image
#borderline or #bpd ? borderline personality disorder
#bullying ? anti-bullying
#chronicpain ? chronic pain issues
#coping ? coping skills
#cutting ? self-injury
#cyberbullying ? against online bullying
#depression ? clinical depression
#did ? dissociative identity disorder
#dv ?domestic violence
#eatingdisorder ? eating disorders
#empathy ? empathy
#endstigma ? end mental health stigma campaign
#epatient ? e-patient info
#grateful ? what are you grateful for?
#hcsm ? health care and social media
#hcsmeu ? health care and social media Europe (global relevance, high volume)
#hugsnotdrugs ? drug abuseprevention
#madpride ? Mad Pride
#mentalhealth ? mental health, general (high volume)
#mentalillness ? mental illness
#mentalhealthhero ? profiles of mental health professionals
#mentalhealthmonday ? mental health info (Mondays)
#mhcanada ? mental health info geo-specific to Canada
#mhm2010 ? Mental Health Month May 2010
#mhsm ?Mental Health and Social Mediachat (Tuesdays 9:00 pm EST),@MHSMchat
#mhsmca ? mental health & social media Canada chat (schedule TBD)
#neuroscience ? brain science
#ojtl ?Our Journey Through Lifefamily/friends support chat (Thursdays 9:00 pm CST),@OJTLblog
#peersupport ? mental health consumer/survivor peer support
#pixelproject ? thePixel Projecton violence against women,@PixelProject
#ppd ? post-partum depression
#ppdchat ? post-partum depression chat (Mondays 1:00 pm and 8:30 pm EST)
#ptsd ? post-traumatic stress disorder
#psychology ? psychology
#psychosocial ? combination of psychological and social influences
#psychiatry ? psychiatry
#selfcare ? practicing self-care
#selfhelp ? self-help resources
#selfinjury (also #cutting) ? self-injury
#spoonie ? ?But You Don?t Look Sick? spoon theory (high volume)
#stress ? stress
#stayalive ? surviving and coping
#suicide ? suicide (caution: also used in contexts not forsuicide prevention; high volume)
#suicideprevention ? suicide prevention info
#tbi ? traumatic brain injury
#twloha ? suicide prevention orgTo Write Love On Her Arms,@twloha(high volume)
#unsuicide ? suicide prevention resources
#vaw ? violence against women
Wow @Nikothis is super awesome, thank you for so much.
This is amazing, thank you for this comprehensive list!
This is just fantabulous!
@JustMe11 I agree, this list is fabulous
@JustMe11 This certainly is :)
@Niko wow, that was an awesomely informative post!
@Niko This is really amazing. Thanks.
@Niko This is really great!
@transgender
Would you like to be part of the Social Soldiers team? If so, here is the LINK to the application--just indicate which team(s) you are interested in :)
Thanks for the link
@transgender :)
@Niko That's amazing! Thanks =3
@Niko
thank you for the comprehensive list
HELLO! ImJaelin! TumblrCore Team Leader 1 of 2....(@Gracey !)
TumblrUsers need YOUR HELP!
We are looking for listeners to join the social soldiers fight! And we are looking for those who would like to Join specifically the tumblrbranch!
Please use the original post to learn more and notify @Jaelinor @Gracey if you join with a 7cups Tumblr, Thank you!!
This sounds really cool. I wish I had more time to dedicate so I could help out with this!
@DaisyButtons17 if you ever find yurself with some spare time just let us know! it reall doesn't take up too much time though!
@DaisyButtons17 yeah thats very good to spend more time
Here's the link to my 7cupsoftea Twitter :) (it's seperate from my personal Twitter but I have shared 7cupsoftea on my personal Twitter too):https://twitter.com/cupcake_7cups
I am also in the Reddit core team so here's the link to my 7cupsofteaReddit :)http://www.reddit.com/user/cupcake_7cupsoftea/