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Changes to our 2025 forum spotlights!
by tommy
Last post
 Friday
...See more Since we launched our monthly forum spotlights, we have noticed an overall increase in engagement. Following our 2024 forum unwrapped [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/EventsDiscussions_2666/ForumUnwrapped2024Statistics_344129/], we also realised how wonderful it was to share our statistics with you. This is why we wanted to tweak our forum spotlights going forward so that all community users feel valued and appreciated.  Please find below the new structure for our monthly spotlights and an explanation of what each part will consist of. Thread discussion and events spotlight Leaders and community users can continue to submit threads / discussions to showcase at the end of each month through this form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchnFah-pa_1ZKBOL5Co_b4g051ohN3H-lCiE8PSC8fNkeeLw/viewform]. These will continue to be part of our monthly forum spotlight as it allows us to showcase the efforts of individual communities and leaders. Engagement challenge Our engagement challenge has helped ensure everyone gets a reply to their post. Find out more information about this challenge here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/EventsDiscussions_2666/Introducingournewandimprovedforumengagementchallenge_335791/]. Going forward, we will be awarding the following prizes to the top three users who reply to the most needs reply posts (remember to submit your posts on this form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqL5FIEL3itrR794x6m4FuJT2tf9FhQ59GgBPf4GyCTtei2g/viewform]): 🥇 300 cheers (listeners) or 300 growth points (members) 🥈 200 cheers (listeners) or 200 growth points (members) 🥉 100 cheers (listeners) or 100 growth points (members) Top posters Starting from our January 2025 spotlight, we will bring to you the top 3 posters for that month. This includes threads and posts made by those specific users. As a thank you, we'll reward the following:  🥇 300 cheers (listeners) or 300 growth points (members) 🥈 200 cheers (listeners) or 200 growth points (members) 🥉 100 cheers (listeners) or 100 growth points (members) Top upvoters Upvotes allow others to feel welcomed and can give a boost in confidence. As a result of this, the top 3 upvoters (the people who give the most upvotes to others) will receive the following: 🥇 300 cheers (listeners) or 300 growth points (members) 🥈 200 cheers (listeners) or 200 growth points (members) 🥉 100 cheers (listeners) or 100 growth points (members) Top communities We will also post our top three communities with the most threads/posts for that month. This can be a great incentive for you to support your favourite community and aim to get on the leaderboard. Forum leaders, please do not hesitate to reach out to tommy [http://7cups.com/@tommy] if you'd like to know your statistics. Forum Hero Awards Each month, we will announce two recipients for each of our forum awards. Our Forum Guru and Community Contributor badges were announced back in 2023 and we're bringing them back with a bang! Recipients will receive not only the badge but also 300 cheers as a way of appreciating them for their efforts and impact they've had on the community. * Forum Guru: This is awarded to our exceptional Forum Supporters, Community Mentors, and Community Mentor Leaders, who have undergone rigorous training and consistently demonstrate outstanding leadership in the 7Cups forum community. These dedicated individuals provide expert support and guidance, earning the respect and admiration of their fellow leaders and forum members. Their contributions help maintain the high standards and positive atmosphere of our forums. * Community Contributor: This badge is dedicated to compassionate individuals who, without any official titles, consistently extend a helping hand to fellow members within the 7Cups community. These unsung heroes are always ready to respond to posts, offer support, and provide valuable insights. Their selfless contributions foster a sense of unity and kindness, making our community a warmer and more welcoming place for all. Please submit your nominations (of others and not yourself) for January 2025 here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRXPAdYYJ0s2Du8rgduGf3S0zIqGAfpdZKreJs6Y7mpMjF2g/viewform] (previous nominations will continuously be taken into account for upcoming awardees unless they have already received the badge).  ------------------------- And that's a wrap! What do you think about these changes? Let us know below!  Do you to be notified each time a new forum spotlight gets posted? Click here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7cupsleadership/ProjectsEvents_2399/ForumEventsAutomatedTaglist_316255/] to join our taglist.
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The Transformation Wheel: FAQs
by Heather225
Last post
 Wednesday
...See more Happy 2025 everybody! Last month I introduced a brand new intervention called the Transformation Wheel. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/General_2444/IntroducingtheTransformationWheelInvitationtoJoin_342256/] If you’ve been following along, you know it’s a powerful tool I’ve been using to tackle personal challenges and break free from negative cycles and it’s been transformative. I was feeling an 8/10 on the distress scale and after 4 weeks of exploration and investment, the issue has dropped to a manageable 2/10.  But I am just one of a handful of accounts so far. To measure just how effective this tool is, I need more perspectives. I have requested testers to try it for themselves and give me feedback. Some of you have already signed up and are currently working through it! If you have a problem plaguing you that you want to get control over, read over the Transformation Wheel guide [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10ZNwCgmwk3Gpn0N7W715avZE2HxSyywn1hBvMuTaelA/edit#slide=id.g31c733bb7ac_1_15], download the image, sign up here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/General_2444/TestersNeededTrytheTransformationWheelandearnabadge_342554/], and start tackling! For those still unclear on some parts of the process, I’d like to answer some frequently asked questions. How do I fill out the Wheel image? There are image editors on your computer/phone you can edit directly onto. There’s also sites like Canva for text adding. Or you can go traditional and print it out or draw it yourself.  Why do I need all these categories? The categories, also known as subtopics or subissues exist to help you gain a deeper understanding of the main issue you're facing. By breaking down the issue into smaller, more manageable parts, you can better identify the root cause. The categories prompt you to consider different aspects of the main issue, such as how it affects your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical health. This comprehensive analysis ensures you're not overlooking any important factors. The categories also allow you to track your progress over time. As you work on addressing each, you can rate the severity of the main issue and each category to see how your overall well-being improves. In essence, the subtopics serve as a roadmap for tackling your challenges systematically and thoroughly! What kinds of issues could I work on? We've noticed issues that deal with emotion, well-being, interpersonal relationships and life adjustments tend to blend well with this model. Some examples: Relationship problems: This could include issues with romantic partners, family members, friends, or colleagues. Stress and anxiety: The transformation wheel can help you identify the root causes of your stress and anxiety, and develop coping mechanisms. Low self-esteem: By working through the different aspects of this issue, you can start to develop a more positive self-image. Anger management: The transformation wheel can help you understand what triggers your anger and develop healthy ways to express it. Negative thoughts and behaviors: This exercise can help you identify negative patterns in your thinking and behavior, and develop strategies for changing them. Life transitions: Major life changes, such as a new job, a move, or the death of a loved one, can be challenging. The Transformation Wheel can help you cope with these changes in a healthy way. However, these are just some tested scenarios! Please experiment with yours, try on different issues and see what fits! Okay, I have my issues. What next? Now you’ll work on confronting them! You do this through what are called interventions aka methods/techniques used to address and improve mental well-being.  Talking to a listener, for example, is an intervention. Others, as outlined in the Transformation Wheel guide [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10ZNwCgmwk3Gpn0N7W715avZE2HxSyywn1hBvMuTaelA/edit#slide=id.g31c733bb7ac_1_0], include: * Journaling. The practice of regularly writing down your thoughts, feelings, experiences, and reflections. * Talk with Noni  * Somatic release * Prayer. You can pray for the negative feelings, thoughts and memories to lose their power and potency and to fade. You can pray as generally or as specifically as you want. * Exploring with a therapist How often do I do them? As often as you feel you need to. Some benefit from a daily activity, others a couple of times a week. It depends entirely on how much time you can dedicate and the severity of your issue. The only requirement is consistency. If you don’t put in the work, you won’t progress. Tip: Utilize many different interventions until you find the best ones for your situation. Ex. talk with listeners and keep a journal of your thoughts What if I miss a week? Life happens! If you miss a week, simply start a new week. To get back on the wheel quickly, I recommend the 2-minute rule: "If a task can be completed in two minutes or less, do it immediately." Identify 2-minute tasks: Look for small, quick tasks that can be done in two minutes or less e.g. prayer, mindfulness checkin, gratitude list I did the 4 weeks but am not satisfied with my ratings. Can I do it again? Yes! You can do it as many times as necessary! Are there any worksheets or templates I could use? Yes! We have a PDF worksheet for each week you can download here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1POojXQyix4RYMJLbg9VWgiKgc10ddFvN/view?usp=sharing]. There's also a google document: open and make a copy of it here. [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OxBpW7Bn1D3kNFP_Vx1_5fZlp9BkoPc5fNUMUtP85xM/edit?tab=t.0] - Whether you've tried yet ot not, do you have any questions? Levae them below or drop me a PM!
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Testers Needed: Try the Transformation Wheel (and earn a badge)!
by Heather225
Last post
 Wednesday
...See more Last week I introduced a brand new intervention called the Transformation Wheel. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/General_2444/IntroducingtheTransformationWheelInvitationtoJoin_342256/] If you’ve been following along, you know it’s a powerful tool I’ve been using to tackle personal challenges and break free from negative cycles and it’s been transformative. I was feeling an 8/10 on the distress scale and after 4 weeks of exploration and investment, the issue has dropped to a manageable 2/10. But I am just one of a handful of accounts so far. To measure just how effective this tool is, I need more perspectives! With that, I’d like to invite you to take the wheel. As a tester, you’ll play a key role in helping strengthen this intervention by giving us feedback on how effective the process was for you and any ideas for improving it. And as a thank-you, you’ll be rewarded with the Wellness Warrior badge. Fill in this form to sign up HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8R8vyQHTweyA20lEg3lCeIHuyhq1ZSLsb4nVczUtqL5-nlg/viewform], and I will reach out to check in with you and give you the feedback form. (At this point in early testing, both members and listeners are welcome to take part.) Thank you for helping us build a brand-new therapeutic tool to help people!
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Your Voice Matters: Quarterly Community Feedback Survey (Q4 2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 October 23rd, 2024
...See more Happy October, lovely people! Whether you're seeking support, listening, learning, or simply looking for connection, you're part of the 7 Cups community. Whatever you're here for, your presence makes a difference. As we continue to grow, we're committed to involving you in shaping the future of 7 Cups. Your feedback helps us identify areas for improvement, understand your needs better, and ensure this platform remains a welcoming and supportive space for everyone. Please take a few minutes to complete this quarter's survey: here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9B7DDBRuazVt6kv0GBogo4BVmW0gSsjqAmJ6S_o8rNLofAg/viewform]
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7 Cups Quarterly Community Survey (January 2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 February 12th, 2024
...See more Happy New Year! We're entering 7 Cups 11th year - isn't that incredible? I want to thank every one of you for the compassion you exhibit every day caring for one another and the patience you've given us as we continue to grow through the path of problems  [https://www.7cups.com/about/values.php]and work together to bring you an even better 7 Cups. Every quarter we run a community-wide survey to gather information on quality, morale, overall satisfaction, and identity improvement opportunities. Please take a moment to provide your feedback, if you have any, and help us continue to enrich your 7 Cups experience (click me!) [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScu6lxIG4W92_tp8rzA1q3xf1vzlvUmj9-JerKbRuoufOBu_Q/viewform]. 
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Quarterly Community Survey Overview (January 2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 January 27th, 2024
...See more I want to thank everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and suggestions in our recent community survey. Your feedback is invaluable, and I've been taking the time to carefully review it all. I'm excited to share some key areas where we're thriving as well as growth opportunities. Regarding the requests for technical improvements, we want to acknowledge that our resources have limitations. While we may not be able to fulfill every wish, your input is deeply appreciated and will guide our future development. We're committed to making this community the best it can be for everyone, and your voices are essential in that process. Here's some things we're doing well! - Most people who seek a space like this are likely willing to grow and listen to others, so it's simply the people who make it welcoming. - Mods are great with welcoming new members - The forums and the sessions in groups are very positive. - I think we are doing well in teams like PAT and the KP Team. I feel that it’s so sweet that we can appreciate each other and it’s so important to spread this kind of kindness around all the time - I like the threads and different options of interactions we have. I also love the guided thread reflections, and I like the different activities and challenges - I quite like that there have been many refresher quizzes and whatnot across the community. I notice that there are improvements in the leadership teams and I am most grateful. - Awesome autism community. - I think that we're good at giving vital information and we've got many amazing listeners here. We also have forum posts that are very helpful to many who read them. We are good at being supportive to one another as well. Improvement opportunities - Consistent and faster replies in the Needs Reply section - Making sure both members and listeners get welcomed in forums - Autism training material for listeners - Heightened awareness of the importance of self-care for those in roles - Cultivating the habit of welcoming people when they enter rooms and including them in conversations to increase inclusivity - More mod presence and available doorkeepers - That every team creates their own refresher quizzes to run monthly or quarterly - Better listener training and screening process (in the works) - More transparency as to what leaders are working on in the background. - Organize and highlight resources for members, similar to how listener resources are prevalent in forums. - App enhancements (ongoing) Our journey as a collective community is full of continuous growth, and with your participation, we can reach new heights of inclusivity, support, and positive impact. With that said, if any of the initiatives mentioned above interest you, and you’d like to contribute to helping us move them along, please let me know. Thanks, all!
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Help Us Improve 7Cups Communities - Fill Out Our Survey!
by CheeryMango
Last post
 November 6th, 2023
...See more Hey 7Cups Community, I hope you are doing well.! As the Community Coordinator, the team and I are always striving to make your community experience on 7Cups the best it can be, and to do that, we need your input. Your thoughts, opinions, and suggestions are incredibly valuable in shaping the future of our platform. We've just launched the 7Cups Communities Survey, and we would love to hear from you. Whether you're a long-time member or a newcomer, your feedback will help us understand your needs better and improve our services. Survey Link: [7Cups Communities Survey [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0mpy77rwcRX1BA22E8TD41DqQkFUYXV3V5caBzwmfu9xysQ/viewform]] The survey covers various aspects of your experience, including your interactions in our community, the support you've received, and any ideas you have for enhancements. It's quick and easy to complete, and it should take only a few minutes of your time. Your responses will remain confidential and anonymous, so please feel free to share your thoughts openly and honestly. We're here to listen, learn, and make 7Cups even more supportive and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for being a part of 7Cups, and for your continued support. We genuinely appreciate your input. ------------------------- P.S. If you have any questions or encounter any issues with the survey, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your feedback is also welcome! @tommy @theriverissinging @Sunisshiningandsoareyou @MistyMagic @bookworm274 @audienta 
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7 Cups Quarterly Community Survey (Q3-4 October 2023)
by Heather225
Last post
 October 20th, 2023
...See more Hi, everyone! Our community takes center stage in our endeavors, and serving our community is our utmost priority. You are the embodiment of this community, the very essence that makes 7 Cups what it is. Our aspiration is to craft decisions collectively, with your active participation, and continue to advance toward our mission (to empower every human to care for one another) alongside you. Every quarter, we conduct a survey to amass insights on quality, morale, and overall satisfaction, and to pinpoint areas for improvement. Feel free to complete any sections of the survey (found here) [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuMuME2kqu6_8-Z8l8WP_3NL9Y1nyNUPg7lvEliavZRmno9g/viewform] that resonate with you, as all fields are optional. Your input gives us valuable visibility and helps a lot!
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Quarterly Community Feedback Survey (Q2 -> Q3 July 2023)
by Heather225
Last post
 July 19th, 2023
...See more Happy 10th birthday to us! We've reached an incredible milestone, and it's all thanks to your ongoing participation and encouragement. Whether you're here for learning or healing, we truly have the most beautiful and unique community to support everyone's journey. As we grow, we want to continue to do great things with you by involving you, as contributors and leaders, and keep driving the 7 Cups mission through collaboration. Every quarter we roll out a survey to assess quality, morale, and overall satisfaction, and identify improvement opportunities. We’d love to hear your thoughts [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrVwejm1kKHG9fQsQwYoyerYJZxCKHmREutrvgv0M4PKu_aA/viewform]. Thanks for your help! NOTE: If you have suggestions for new features, please use our regular feedback form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKdc41mqdmvjANHvb-pKr2ec-snE8u9v1YT6tmHmLtNe8owQ/viewform].
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Subcommunity Content Feedback (2022)
by CheeryMango
Last post
 July 18th, 2022
...See more Hello everyone! I am writing this post to help gather feedback from the community on what kind of content you would like to see in our forums. Currently, the forums within the sub-community have various content like articles, resources for members and listeners alike, icebreakers, and games. Is there anything that you would like to see more of besides the ones I have mentioned? Or is there an area we can improve or expand on? I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
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New Community Feedback Process
by Heather225
Last post
 June 21st, 2022
...See more Dear all, I am writing with an update on a new feedback process. Fristo and several others have been gently nudging us and letting us know that we need to have a tighter process, and here it is! 1. Submit any feedback here on this form. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKdc41mqdmvjANHvb-pKr2ec-snE8u9v1YT6tmHmLtNe8owQ/viewform] 2. We will review the feedback and contact you via the email you provide to let you know that we have received your submission and ask any clarifying questions. 3. We will review this feedback as a community team and choose the items we can realistically accomplish. There are a few things to keep in mind in terms of our rate of progress. First, we work hard and attempt to get as much done as we can, but we are not always able to accomplish as much as we’d like to accomplish. Second, sometimes urgent and unexpected items come up that we have to address. These can take us off track. Three, keeping 7 Cups operating requires a lot of energy. 99.8% of what we do is at no cost. Implementing new items or providing new training is over and above the operational costs and energy of keeping our community healthy and strong. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing what we can do together to improve our beloved community! When to use this vs. submitting a request under support and feedback: Feedback form: for site suggestions and community feedback. This form is NOT used for reporting users, glitches, account restoration, or therapy queries. Please go through the appropriate channels to file reports [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdatesInformationFortheCommunity_100/HsHangout_1970/FilingBehavioralReportFormsAlltheinformationyoumightneed_242537/] and submit account reviews [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqva6u9GVllcKFBro2ZOg2tugEknrU8cMoi__JJClisFZzJw/viewform]. Bugs: Found in the 7 Cups Help Center [https://help.7cups.com/hc/en-us], use this support ticket submission form [https://help.7cups.com/hc/en-us/requests/new] and select Product Support (Bugs). If you do not receive a reply within 48-72 hours, email community@7cups.com Note: We encourage you to use this form instead of the Provide Feedback selection on the Submit a Request page. If you did not receive an email or you would like to follow up on your submission, please PM me.
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Community Feedback: Playlist Paths
by Heather225
Last post
 February 16th, 2021
...See more Are you a fan of our Growth Paths? What would you think of being able to create your own? You may have read about it in our January Update. The Growth Path Playlist [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdates_100/GlensNookCommunity_547/CreateandShareYourOwnGrowthStepsandGrowthPaths7CupsGrowthPathPlaylists_228306/] is a new feature that will allow trusted members, listeners, and experts to create their own growth path steps and entire growth paths (it’ll also work on the listener side with progress path steps and progress paths). Think about if you could completely personalize a growth path of your own: what would it be? What would be the topic you focus on? In what way would you want to help others with it? In preparation for our launch, we'd like to ask you to fill out this quick survey [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScu0MhJRWoM5YF1g8fUvvy-S4mVFCkSsxxgA54V8lXG8g6dcQ/viewform] and let us know what categories/topics you would like to see. All thoughts welcome! This will be one of our biggest community-wide efforts yet and we look forward to what your collective intelligence, experience and creativity will surface in your own playlists to help one another in an all-new way!

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