Keeping This Private or a Secret
Currently my husband does not know I have an account on this platform. Is that common for anyone else? I worry about him finding out about it. I don't want to lie to him, but I also feel I need this private space to talk to like minded people who are in need and on a growth path towards getting better.
@craterlake given the nature of this platform is to provide members with an anonymous opportunity to be heard in a non-judgmental environment, I personally feel that members should not feel guilty keeping this private. My impression from listening to members is this is generally a private activity for them that they have chosen not to share with others close to them. That being said, the valuable insights gained by members through the listening chats, group chats, therapy, or posts, can form the basis of future conversations with those closest to them. After all, open and effective communication is key to the success of every relationship. All of this is just my opinion and I'm very interested to hear the responses to your inquiry from others at 7 Cups.
@Brightlook57 I really appreciate the insight you've given on this. I'm hear for healing and help for sure. I like that this platform is anonymous and non-judgmental. I hope to be able to give back to others as you and others have to me. Thank you so much!
@craterlake that is the beauty of 7 Cups. You are correct, as many, like myself, arrive here as members and then quickly realize they can give back as listeners. Very rewarding to have the opportunity to help others. I appreciate the input of @SociusVj, as there is no easy answer to your question. Certainly, this is the most public forum, but effective for polling a large audience. One-on-one listening is likely the most private. Happy to do so at your request.
@craterlake Here is the deal though. Your post is PUBLIC. IT CAN BE READ WITHOUT HAVING TO BE A MEMBER HERE. Log out of your account and you can still access posts to 7 Cups. The only way to keep it secret is change any details you describe here so anyone who knows you in the real world won’t be able to figure out it is you. I DONT KNOW WHY 7 cups was so stupid as to make posts public without at least having to log in with a member account!