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2024 and 2025: Help Us Create a Cup Cloud!
by SoulfullyAButterfly
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 2 hours ago
...See more Our annual Word Cup Cloud Activity is back this year - we have been doing this community activity for 5 years now! You can view the cups created for 2023 (and 2024 reflection here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/SoulfullyAButterflysContentGarden_2136/2023and2024WordCloudActivityResults_322518/]). Our dominant word for 2024 hopes was "Health". Please feel welcome to share any word you feel describes the progress achieved as a community or personally. You can also share your word after generally reflecting on 2024. These words will be used to create a word (cup) cloud which we will share with the community as well as a post on social media. We also ask you to share your word in regards to any hopes for 2025! Submissions should be sent via this form [https://forms.gle/JepMyipfLUL5iGsW7] only. Looking forward to this collaborative activity and wishing everyone the best.
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3 Key Things!
by GlenM
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 14 hours ago
...See more Please post here 3 key things you have done to help move 7 Cups forward. I will be doing this on a daily basis. Feel free to do it daily, weekly, or monthly. Right now we've got thousands of people doing a lot of work on the site, but we don't have a clear way of being able to support one another. The goal of this thread is to help all of us see all the good work that is going on. Please ask any questions or share thoughts!
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Taking Care of Each Other - Preventing Burnout at 7 Cups
by Hope
Last post
 December 21st
...See more Hi everyone! This is a forum post linked to the path 'Preventing Burnout at 7 Cups' [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/preventing-burnout-at-7-cups/] What have you done today/recently to prevent burnout in a fellow community user? This can look like: • Encouraging self-care • Reminding someone of the importance of boundaries • Covering for someone so they can take a self-care break
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Take the Leadership New Years Goals Challenge!!
by Heather225
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 1 day ago
...See more Hello, leaders (and leaders to be)! As we step into the new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on where we are and where we want to go within our community. This is the perfect time to set goals, inspire each other, and map out the path to personal and collective growth. ( Fun fact: Here on 7 Cups, we set up our goals through what's known as OKRs (Objectives & Key Results). Admins and Ambassadors use this framework to move the needle on our projects. I wrote up a post on what OKRs are along with working examples here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/HsHangout_1970/CommunityLessonsWhatareOKRsExercise_304480/] If your eventual goal is to become an Ambassador, you'll master OKRs (also a relevant skill in the professional world! ) Today, I'd like to call on all of you leaders AND aspiring leaders (adults and teens alike) to challenge each of you to think of what you’d like to accomplish in 2025. Here are some ideas for you to pull from. Pick and choose what makes sense for you and start 🧠⛈️ as you read! 1. Current Role Goals (Existing leadership) * What would you like to accomplish in your current role? (If more than one, list them all separately) * Are there any skills you’d like to develop or projects you’d like to complete? * How do you plan to enhance your contributions to the community in this role? 2. Aspirational Roles (For existing and upcoming leaders!) * Is there a new role or position you’d like to work towards this year? * What excites you about this role, and how can it align with your personal growth? 3. Broader Objectives * Do you have goals that extend beyond your roles? For example: * Supporting a specific initiative * Building a stronger sense of community * Improving personal well-being to stay at your best * Any other goals you might have that will move progress in the 7 Cups community? This exercise will also help you organize your thoughts and manage your time. Remember: 🔴 You cannot pour from an empty cup! We strongly recommend not taking on any more than 3 roles at a time. 🔴 You can leave a role at any given time for any given reason. That’s the freedom of volunteering. (Just be sure to communicate with your respective team lead and try to give advance notice. It’s considerate and gives them time to find coverage if it’s needed!). 🔴 You’re encouraged to explore, try on different things, learn new skills, and grow through leadership here. Feel free to share your goals in the comments! By sharing, we can hold each other accountable, celebrate milestones, and provide support to help everyone succeed. - So where do I find out what roles are out there? Listeners: Read about your Leadership Opportunities on this page! [https://www.7cups.com/listener/training/leadership/] Members: Read about yours here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/HsHangout_1970/7CupsMemberRolesMasterlist_318359/]
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Cupsmas Community Team Event: Reflect with Us!
by Heather225
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 3 days ago
...See more Thanks to everyone who attended our Admin/Amb Team Cupmas celebration event [https://www.7cups.com/forum/projectsandevents/CommunityActivitiesEvents_1908/HappyCupsmasYearEndCelebrationwiththeCommunityTeam_342366/]! It's always an honor to spend time with you all. During the event, we answered two reflection questions that I'd like to ask all of you now: 💙 What role has 7 Cups played in your well-being this year? 💙 What's one wish you have for 7 Cups in the new year? Please share your thoughts and upvote others! - From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being a part of the 7 Cups family, and here's to another year of togetherness, hope and growth!
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7 Cups Member Roles Masterlist
by Heather225
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 December 24th
...See more I have compiled this post to bring visibility to leadership opportunities our members can get involved in. Peer Appreciation ☆General Information [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/InvitingTeamMembersforPeerAppreciationProgram_262624/] ☆Peer Appreciation Program Thread [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/PeerAppreciationProgram_262230/] ☆Application form [https://tinyurl.com/SmileSpreaderRole] Forum Supporter A forum supporter is a leader who focuses on 1-3 subcommunities and maintains engagement in the forums by posting and replying to threads with compassion and support. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/LeadershipResourcesWhomToContact_2404/UpdatedSubcommunityTrackLeadershipRolesMasterpost2022_289838/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehAkk72S0RWV1oQ5zShECQ6s-_fDYaxPE974iHorzqNRo1Ag/viewform?usp=send_form] Community Mentor If you’re passionate about growing and developing a certain community, then this is your opportunity. You’ll be responsible for overseeing the activity and safety in your chosen area and you’ll work closely with the Community Mentor Leader, Forum Supporters, and Project Agents to bring supportive posts and events daily. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/LeadershipResourcesWhomToContact_2404/UpdatedSubcommunityTrackLeadershipRolesMasterpost2022_289838/]| Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehAkk72S0RWV1oQ5zShECQ6s-_fDYaxPE974iHorzqNRo1Ag/viewform] Room Supporter This role focuses on providing quality listening and support to community members in the group chat rooms. Room Supporters foster healthy and supportive conversations in the chat rooms to ensure everyone entering the room feels welcomed, empathized, validated, comfortable, and included in the group. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ApplicationStation_2148/RoomSupporterUpdatedRequirementsandApplication_247786/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetyJ7jp7W52-EIpqvFYLhfmpsgTW4BbzUwmi9r22OQ9AdH8w/viewform] Sharing Circle Host Sharing Circles (part of Group Support) are unique support sessions in which members join a queue run by the discussion leader and share whatever is on their mind. We intend for these activities to be easily run by anyone within the community. The requirements are simple and very achievable to become a host and join the Sharing Circle Team. Info [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10oh0pBR1rt9C6tMAhRvjF1TfgAEHbyDQyimizN4hdfU/edit#slide=id.g20f989cfec2_3_25] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPe2N1QUjB_KEFF_EhAtZymtydkkIFlruU7u0lC35q4eTztA/viewform] Mega Member Members who are regularly taking growth path steps, talking to listeners as members, participating in the group support chat rooms or forums and also contributing to the community in their own special ways to support and improve the community. Mega Member would be equivalent to the Mentor role of the Listener side. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/ApplicationStation_2417/ReintroducingMegaMembersALeadershipOpportunityForMembers_257155/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH8PYRsdN49fix8FVUiZ1A3vIz8WpQtdPP_YhIGytJRTGbnQ/viewform] If in doubt, consult with the project lead on whether or not the role is member-inclusive! If I have missed anything here, please let me know.
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Breaking the Comparison Cycle
by Heather225
Last post
 November 9th, 2024
...See more Comparison is one of the easiest traps to get stuck in, nowadays more than ever. We see friends, family, and even strangers out there achieving great things (or things we consider to be great). Next to them, we start to believe that our lives aren’t as fulfilling because we’re not doing this, we don’t own that, we don’t look like them, etc. From these feelings of inadequacy, jealousy and self-doubt we create patterns of negative thoughts, and it becomes a vicious cycle. But here’s the thing: everyone’s journey is unique. What may look perfect from the outside is often a carefully curated image. Behind the scenes, people are facing their own challenges, doubts, and insecurities Social media has really amplified the comparison mindset, what with being constantly bombarded with images of people living dream lives. But it’s crucial to your mental health to remember that these platforms often present a distorted reality. What we see online is often a highlight reel that’s edited to showcase the best moments, and only those. People show you what they want you to see. And as tempting as it is, as instinctive as it’s become, endless scrolling does not help. (And if you feel called out, don’t worry - I am guilty of this too.) You've got too much to do for that. You've got activities to find and hobbies that bring you joy. You've got people to meet (maybe even here!), and a life to build undistracted by what other people are doing. Spending time comparing yourself to someone else is time lost to your own growth. What makes it easier for me is trying to view these ideal-looking people as motivation to light a fire in met. I don’t want to become them. I want to aspire to be the best version of myself. For instance, someone who’s become a published writer inspires me to want to set my goals and actually be proactive about them. My path is different, but if I don’t try, I won’t even begin. The same can be said about so many other things we fall prey to when we compare ourselves to people when, in fact, we’re all on our own journeys. You can’t change your past. You can’t jump onto someone else’s path and expect to emulate them down to the last step.  Your worth is not determined by your achievements or possessions, or your appearance. It’s found in your kindness, your resilience, and your unique qualities. Try to let go of unrealistic expectations, focus on the path in front of you, and invest in yourself. You are enough.
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Community Leadership and Domains Roster (2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 September 28th, 2024
...See more Hello, everyone! We have compiled an updated list of our current leaders in domains as a quick reference for the community to clarify who we can go to for what! Please see this document HERE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vNaQSyebEDeB3HLXlUv6JNvPLOtNq-29bamX3gH4GEU/edit] Accessibility is super important to me so if you have any issues viewing this document, let me know.
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It's Not Your Fault
by Heather225
Last post
 September 20th, 2024
...See more It’s not your fault. What has happened to you is not your fault. The challenges and hardships you’ve endured at the hands of someone else are not a reflection of your character. The harm that’s been done is not a testament to your worth. I can say this because I’ve been there, too. I wrestled with self-loathing for years. I was raised in a toxic abusive environment by parents who were not equipped for the job. They fought relentlessly with the use of emotional warfare with no regard for what I heard and what they subjected me to. I was helpless to do anything to stop the hostility. It was over my head. They used threats I could not hope to understand until I was an adult. Only after gaining distance from them both could I look back on that part of my life and piece together the puzzle I hadn't been able to see when I was stuck in the middle of it. Unfortunately, once I put it together and viewed the full picture, I started blaming myself for all the things that I believed that maybe, just maybe, I could have prevented, if I just said this, or did that. What if I had just been more assertive? What if I had just said no? What if, what if, what ifs ruled my thoughts, clouding my judgment, and instead of being the closest friend I needed to be, to the inner child relying on me, I was making an enemy out of myself. I did quite a bit of soul-searching, but the reality is it took people around me—external voices—who heard my story to give me perspective and show me that I was hurting myself. You were a child. How were you supposed to know?  It hit home. I was a child. Accepting that was hard but in doing so, I took the first step to forgive myself for the pain I put myself through. The sky opened, and a shower of catharsis washed over me. For the first time, I felt this wonderful freeing thing called validation.  Feeling validated roused this sense of empowerment and ignited a newfound curiosity to find out if I was not as alone as I led myself to believe through my pain-driven isolation. I sought out to hear other stories. I listened to countless cases of similar suffering and as heartbreaking as it was to hear them, it was deeply soothing to realize that I am not alone. Not at all. I just needed to open up and talk. By recognizing that I was a survivor, I could release the unnecessary burden of guilt, shame, and self-hatred. I can’t begin to know what you’re going through, but what I do know is that you are not responsible for the actions others have taken. For whoever needs to hear this: you did only what you knew how to do. You did the best you could with what you had. Sometimes, bad things happen to good people, and there’s nothing you could have done to avoid it. It's okay to acknowledge that and to give yourself grace. You can’t change your past, but as they say, “hindsight is 20/20.” You are accountable for one person: you. Let go of what you think you could have done, and focus on what you can do now, and you’ll find glimmers of hope where there weren’t before. You may even find some of those glimmers right here in our community. It’s not your fault. Don’t be afraid to break the cycle and cut yourself loose because you will not fall. We will be waiting here to catch you. It’s one of the bravest most empowering things you could ever do. - To those who are struggling, I hope reading this brings you comfort, and return to this post whenever you need a reminder to practice self-compassion. 💙
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From Rock Bottom to Here: While I Breathe, I Hope
by Heather225
Last post
 May 23rd, 2024
...See more Life for me has been a series of challenges, hardships, waiting games, and setbacks.  My upbringing was not easy or healthy; I was raised in an unstable environment with this undercurrent of fear and anxiety I didn’t even fully understand. I lived in this fear and anxiety well into my teenage years (when I needed support most, as I am sure many of you can relate to, now or in your past). That’s when everything finally broke down. I lost everything I did have and was displaced in the world. I had to learn things the hard way. I had to basically learn how to live. There were times when I agonized, “how can I do this? Will I ever make it?” I was at my lowest. I hit rock bottom, what felt to me like the lowest pit, in the darkest depths—sitting in the proverbial well looking up, seeing the light so far away. It seemed impossible to reach, to get out.   But in the midst of this, something was flickering inside me, some indescribable impulse, some spark of yearning, something saying, “don’t give up.” There’s a powerful scene in the Sandman series (Neil Gaiman) in which the King of Dreams challenges Lucifer Morningstar to a battle of wits to reacquire a stolen item from one of Lucifer’s minions. The battle requires each combatant to conjure up and embody an idea or entity that overwhelms the opponent in the cosmic stage; for example, when Dream says “I am a world” (meaning planet), Lucifer counters with “I am a nova, planet-killer.” This game of conversational one-upmanship also has physical consequences, as each exchange increasingly injures the combatants. In the last round, when Lucifer embodies “anti-life” (“the dark at the end of everything”) and Dream stands at the edge of defeat (and death), at what seems like the end, he says, “I am hope.” “What is it that kills hope?” Dream asks; Lucifer accepts defeat. Hope, in the context of our existence, is the belief that your life has purpose (spoiler alert: every one of us does). Hope is the assertion that life is worth living, even if you haven’t found that purpose yet. There's a Latin phrase that I keep close to my heart in times of doubt: dum spiro, spero. "While I breathe, I hope." As long as we're alive (breathing), there's always reason for hope.  Whether it’s a loved one who believes in you, faith in a higher power, or that little voice fighting for you, let these forces guide you. You’ll hit hard times. Pull from that strength and trust that you are stronger than you think. Rarely does anything break that can’t be fixed. I’ve felt like I would break so many times throughout my life, that life itself would break me, but looking back I am more resilient for everything I’ve been through, and I did it hoping that I would one day be exactly where I am now—still here, wiser, and maybe even a little impressed with myself. There will be darkness, disasters, war, and pain, and it will feel unbearable but it’s not the end.  The beautiful thing about hope is it allows us to dream about the possibilities of a brighter future. If you’re someone who’s been disappointed and disillusioned by being oversold on the idea of hope of a grand future, you’re not alone. Hope isn’t about waving a magic wand, or just sitting by and wishing. It’s in small steps, identifying and stacking up all the little wins (start with getting out of bed!), and finding things to be grateful for. It’s not glamorous like media might promise, and it shouldn’t be. Hope is something we do. I am hopeful that no matter what you’re going through, you won’t give up. - Let's reflect! If comfortable, please answer any of these that resonate with you. 💗 Have you faced similar experiences in your life? 💗 Is there anything you tell yourself or ways you cope with hardship? 💗 Thinking back on a particularly challenging time, what small step did you take that helped keep hope alive?
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What's some life advice you've heard, read or have told others?
by Heather225
Last post
 April 14th, 2024
...See more Life's a journey, and sometimes a little advice from a fellow traveler can be a big help. Our community is a global melting pot of wisdom. I'm inviting everyone to share yours. Whether it's a quote you stumbled upon, a lesson someone's taught you or something you've learned through experience, let's spin a thread of helpful advice and life mottos. If you see one that resonates with you, drop it a heart and reply to them! And tag someone you know to share with us!
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Happy Allentine's, 7 Cups Family!
by Heather225
Last post
 March 11th, 2024
...See more Happy Valentine's Day—or as I like to call it, Allentine's Day or Palentine's Day—everyone!  Today, let's remember that love comes in many forms, It's about the love we share with friends, family, pets, and (most importantly) ourselves.  For those who might be feeling down or lonely on this day, please know that you're not alone. Everything we do in this community has been built on the foundation of love. We help because we care. We listen out of compassion. We strive to understand because we want to be empathetic. Love translates into the actions we take every day across the platform. In honor of the day, and Kindness Week overall, tell me: 💗In what ways do you like to show love in our community? 💗Practicing self-care: how do you show kindness to yourself, especially on the tougher days? 💗Bonus: Tag someone you feel needs to see this post and toss in a kind word about them!
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2024: Finish the sentence...
by Heather225
Last post
 February 25th, 2024
...See more As we close out 2023, I wanted to do a mini-reflection exercise with you just to get you thinking ahead. Finish the sentences! What's the first thing that comes to mind? That may be what you want to focus on. If you're the type who prefers to really think about it, that's good too! At the end of the sentences, you should have an idea of what you want to work on this year. ⭐ In 2024 I would like to... ⭐ To do this, I need to... My tip is to focus on wellness over resolutions. What do you want to work on and how do you plan to get there? Revisit your reply to this post often to make sure you're still going in the right direction. Monitoring your progress is key to creating lasting change!
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Help Wanted: Community-Generated Resources Collection Database Form!
by Heather225
Last post
 January 23rd, 2024
...See more If you cannot view the text below, visit this form link. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform] Our community is a melting pot of creativity, innovation, information and overall great content. We’ve got so much going on (lucky for us!) that it can be difficult to bring it all together and make it easily discoverable To improve community organization and visibility, we'd like to (over time) compile a list of all of the resources that we are actively circulating. These can be listener resources, member, and leader. By resources, I’m referring to the many google docs and sheets we as a beautiful patchwork quilt community have generated over the years. Over our 11 years of development, and with the coming and going of leaders, these docs and sheets have multiplied, duplicated, and become outdated, and the goal is for our users to receive the most recent information possible (which is a big feat and always a work-in-progress, I know!). We're starting small with a suggestion form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform]! If you're unsure of what constitutes a resource, here are examples: Master lists Crisis and Hotlines spreadsheet [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1111z8brHtY2wphqibHXoxo8t45ExFbm5K_rVimZKwiA/edit#gid=1239984559] New Listener Resources/Links [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LTMvBFOgWICNHLlfNvzeQf2vkF3PPRn_jQUxJxjASOk/edit] Listener Primer [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nXShObboR646WnkXOdY1FwmCXyYbmPwii3ZtRGqwFhk/edit] Guides Listener Welcome Pack [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dJwbNslw0nzUKqts1caZ477H3p4tpKQnB6Fkgg1QR44/edit#heading=h.yr53xbsmhz17] Member Welcome Pack [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CL9Yu_6zixlapOjdrhCgKLy9JN5wY3HWdrGH7PIO2WI/edit#heading=h.p2ah3g8frtbm] Handbooks Forum Handbook [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7cupsleadership/ForumGuides_2597/StrugglingwiththeforumsFindyourhandbookhere_309768/] If it educates and informs, suggest it! You can submit as many as you like whenever you like HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform]. Thanks for your help!
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2023: Finish the sentence...
by Heather225
Last post
 December 23rd, 2023
...See more Happy New Year!! I hope you're off to a good start! I wanted to do a mini-reflection exercise with you just to get you thinking ahead. Finish the sentences! What's the first thing that comes to mind? That may be what you want to focus on. If you're the type who prefers to really think about it, that's good too! At the end of the sentences, you should have an idea of what you want to work on this year. ⭐ In 2023 I would like to... ⭐ To do this, I need to... My tip is to focus on wellness over resolutions. What do you want to work on and how do you plan to get there? Revisit your reply to this post often to make sure you're still going in the right direction. Monitoring your progress is key to creating lasting change!

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