Not getting the support I need
So, I came to 7 cups to get support but I am just not finding it here. I've tried several listeners, and none of them were very good, they either just left or redirected the conversation. I even tried browse listeners. The people in the support room ignored me except for a few people, the only person that has given me good support is @CommunityModFinn
I cant do 1-1 chats without gettting anxiety that they will judge me or that Im being too needy and the fact that the listeners I have done werent good is only reinforcing that fact.
@Slytherin4thYear2022
I'm sorry that you've had this experience. As you mentioned, you are just carefully looking for the volunteer listener who will serve as the best fit for your situation. I hope you will find that best person. You deserve that much.
@Slytherin4thYear2022
Hi really sorry about your experience. If you need someone who doesn't judge, send me a message anytime and I'll respond as fast as possible :)
@Slytherin4thYear2022
It's sad that you have been unable to find the right person so far. The whole point of this community is to provide non judgmental support by listening and not judging. I joined 7Cups only last week but I'm a good listener in my day to day life and I promise not to judge you. Try me!
[edited for mild cursing by MistyMagic 21 Dec]
@Slytherin4thYear2022
I have gotten really good support with warmlines. Free, anonymous, some are 24/7, they don't require you to be in crisis, and the operators are trained.
Some offer support from professionals and some from peers with mental illness themselves. I've had a handful of underwhelming experiences, but they have been a very small proportion of the many calls I've made over the years.
Not sure if you're in the US, but if you are, here are a couple good directories:
https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Helpline/NAMI-National-HelpLine-WarmLine-Directory.pdf (entries highlighted in blue take calls nationally)
@Slytherin4thYear2022 i feel the same way i dont want to seem like i need a bunch of attention but i really just want someone to listen to me
@Slytherin4thYear2022
I am inviting you to the Sharing Circle Chat room where you can talk / share with
other members of 7Cups.com !! 😊
I apologise for this situation. Unfortunately this happens a lot,,we need to support each other. Thats why we came here,to spread positivity and guide,empath.
@Slytherin4thYear2022
I am sorry you have not received the support you needed. Everyone deserves to get support when they need it. You were brave and reached out for support, you took steps to get support and did not get what you needed. If I were you I would feel frustrated, hurt, and would wonder what is wrong with me. Know that there is nothing wrong with you. You are strong. I hope you can find the support you need, whether it be in this community or in another place.
