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Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 13 hours ago
...See more Welcome to our community! We're excited to meet you! Please introduce yourself below. — Afterward, be sure to check out our welcome pack for everything you need to know starting out: * Members [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/] * Listeners [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LTMvBFOgWICNHLlfNvzeQf2vkF3PPRn_jQUxJxjASOk/] We've got vibrant group chats too! The Sharing Circle is open 24/7 for adult users! Drop in HERE [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=lmJndHyWk5edlLBlWVrCnQ!!] so we can get to know you better!
Introducing the (new) New Member Guide!
by Heather225
Last post
 October 11th
...See more The Member Welcome Pack has served us well over the years, however, it's a bit long and can be difficult for members to ingest. Our Ambassador @Jenna created a fantastic guide that presents an overview of our platform and includes the most commonly requested information (here) [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/edit?usp=sharing]. It's a quick, easy, straightforward and visually friendly read with links to all the appropriate areas. As a community, let's switch to using this as our primary onboarding resource. (Note: the Welcome Pack will remain an active document, and it's linked at the bottom of the new guide.) If you're just joining 7 Cups, I recommend bookmarking this helpful resource, and if everyone can start sharing it around, we can get this in rotation ASAP! Thank you all for collectively caring for our community!
7 Cups Appreciation Program!
by
Last post
 September 17th
...See more Hi, Amazing People! Do you know about the appreciation program [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/PeerAppreciationProgram_262230/] at Cups? 😀 Anyone at Cups may appreciate any member or listener anytime using our appreciation form (click me) [https://forms.gle/QEni2At39ZMApELr6] What happens after I send an appreciation using the appreciation form? Good question! There's a Smile Spreaders team that makes really beautiful posts in the program thread (linked above). Make someone feel special today! Send your sweet note now! [https://forms.gle/QEni2At39ZMApELr6]
Are you a 7 Cups newbie joining us this week? (March 31 - April 6 2024). Come say hi!
by Heather225
Last post
 April 18th
...See more Hey you! Welcome to our wonderful community! Whatever it was that brought you to us, whether you're a member or a listener, we are thankful that you are here 💗 Often when we join a new place or are in a new space 👾, it can feel a bit overwhelming. We want you to know that you have already taken the hardest step, just by coming here. So, many kudos to you! So, let's break the ice! 🧊 by playing a simple, yet fun, reply game 😃 Here's how we do it: 1. Comment and introduce yourself, you can share what you'd like to be called here or a fun fact about yourself (make sure to not give personal information though 😮) 2. Add a clever or a funny icebreaker question and then others will reply to your ice-breaker and we'll all take turns answering. Here's a link to a fun sheet with ice-breakers on it ->Click Me< [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hAA-nWQnXUs6Tng81OWD8ZM0MCnB12zd5rlYb7jRDWc/edit#gid=1537761842]- And hay, those who have been here for a while, tag a friend! We'd love it, it helps to bring our community together 💗
(Inactive) Introducing Newbie Welcome Sessions! Are you new? Join Us!
by Heather225
Last post
 April 17th
...See more (This initiative is currently on pause due to timezone constraints. Please visit our main Questions and Answers forum thread which we actively respond to!!) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/WelcomeIntroductionsto7Cups_1163/7CupsNewbiesQAThread_327365/] - Welcome, newcomers! Feeling nervous, excited, or maybe a bit of both? We get it! Joining a supportive community like 7 Cups can be a big step, and whether you're seeking guidance, offering empathy, or simply connecting with others, you've come to the right place. I am excited to announce the ✨ official ✨ launch of Newbie Welcoming Sessions! We will be serving both members and listeners! Here’s what the member sessions will set out to do: 🌟 Offer guidance navigating the platform 🌟 Share resources  🌟 Answer questions Regular members are welcome to offer support and ask questions too, but priority goes to new folks. When - Biweekly Adults: Tuesdays @ 4pm EST  Teens: Fridays @ 4pm EST  Where New Member Welcome Room Incentives for attending! 🏆 Cheers for participating! 🏆 An appreciation post for attendance! If you are a new listener, there are welcome sessions for you too! These sessions are here to welcome new listeners to the community, but also to provide a space for listeners both new and experienced to have a chance to receive and share resources.  The listener sessions will be hosted in the New Listener Welcome Room every two weeks. Adults: Tuesdays @ 6pm EST Teens: Fridays @ 6pm EST @wishfulWillow6962 is graciously leading this initiative! (If you'd like to help, consider applying for the Listener Discussions Team here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/listenerjourney/ListenerLearningDiscussions_1896/JoinListenerCommunityDiscussionsTeam_296388/].) The aim is to serve one side each week. These will begin in March! Refer to the Events calendar [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yZzlHDt-vqQ7p_EDxTALY1x9Divq1s35zmEdS6PLNBE/edit#gid=1947094466] for exact dates (see Notes section). - Are you new? Will you be attending one of these? Drop a reply to let us know!
Cleaning house
by bubbleRaspberries444
Last post
 November 1st, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! Recently, I noticed that the walls of my house were covered in mold in some places. I called the workers, they applied the mold remover, so that I had no more problems with that, thank God. But I was also advised to clean the ventilation system and air conditioning. Please recommend a good company. I live in Toronto. Thank you.
Cleaning house after a bad depression spell
by limegreenPenguin3507
Last post
 July 10th, 2023
...See more I'm just wondering if anyone has any ideas how to get past the overwhelmed feeling so that I'm not having anxiety just trying to clean my house. I'm usually really good about keeping up with it but I recently have a month or so long spell of depression (you know when you can barely even get out of bed). And now I still feel stuck in my room because all I see is how messy the house is and it's hard for me to get past the shock and get started. And then once I do then the anxiety kicks in and I just don't know what to do. Any ideas? I know it would help my mental state of mind if it was clean it's just getting past the obstacles that I have created for myself.
Hi everyone
by Kylesbabygirl
Last post
 May 4th, 2023
...See more I achieved a few new goals and I'm very proud of myself
Weekly 5
by Tazzie
Last post
 April 28th, 2021
...See more Welcome everyone to our weekly 5 series! Links to any 5 community forums will be posted each week for you to join in. I am looking forward to seeing your wonderful participation in all 5 forums! Your support makes a huge difference! All titles listed down below are clickable! ⛄ Happy 2020 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/CreativeSpaceIcebreakersGamesForumActivities_215/Goodbye2019Hello2020_214968/] ⛄ Self-Care [https://www.7cups.com/forum/FamilyCaregiverSupport_191/FamilyCaregiversForumDiscussions_1529/StressWhatItIsHowWeCanManageIt_214768/] ⛄ Icebreaker [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AroundtheWorld_87/CulturalExchangeandDiscussionsinNativeLanguages_379/SayingsFromAroundTheWorldIllustratedLiterally_214076/] ⛄ Forum Discussion [https://www.7cups.com/forum/FamilyCaregiverSupport_191/FamilyCaregiversForumDiscussions_1529/StressWhatItIsHowWeCanManageIt_214768/] ⛄ Forum Game [https://www.7cups.com/forum/50plusSupportCommunity_193/QuizzesFunandIcebreakers_560/Thetiongame_215194/] Thank you! Add/Remove Taglist: Members: Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/NewbieHub_27/SubCommunitiesPostsTazziesSpace_1940/SCForumPostsTaglistMEMBERSONLY_211021/]| Listeners: Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/NewbieHub_27/SubCommunitiesPostsTazziesSpace_1940/CommunityPostsUpdatesTaglistListenersOnly_206661/1/] @Annacm @blue78 @Confusingfire8 @conscientiousowl7754 @hobbit94 @Janet33 @lululove34 @MeeshyRB @Seraphina2 @tidyPunk49 @unassumingBirch5677 @Wayward7Good7Intentions@Aayla @AddictedTealover98 @aeris156 @artume @azuladragon34 @Baliey4everx @bouncyVoice4149 @courageousPurple57 @Dajia215 @ElephantLover135 @Eloja3 @fantasticDancer50 @K87 @kindSoul10 @LexIris @LittleMissJoy @morecake @Narnia30 @niceDaisy36 @PetiteSouris @softWillow643 @sonyatheturtle @SparklingSnowflake15 @supportiveTime74 @ThankYouForLettingMeTryingToHelp @uniqueAngel8317 @Yourlifeisworthy @YourLittleFriend @ZombieBoi
New here, having a pretty bad night
by KittyKatya
Last post
 April 19th, 2021
...See more Hey all. I'm new here, so I'm sorry if I'm not using this forum as intended. I have been considering using this service for a while, as I've been struggling a lot more lately with my anxiety and depression, but I kind of just needed to vent tonight. I thought about entering a chat with one of the wonderful listeners but honestly I'm too exhausted to hold up a proper conversation, with the back and forth, so I'm just going to let it spill out here. Last February, just before lockdown started my grandad passed away, and now, a year later, just as things are starting to regain some sort of normality, my gran has been rushed into hospital. I don't know the full extent of what has happened but it would seem that she's been struggling with mobility and her mental state has been degrading for a while and it has only just occurred to my mum today to call the doctors. Whilst I'm sure the backbone of this inaction is that she was afraid they would take my gran away, I am so angry and upset right now. Not just at her, but myself. My mum chose to move in with my gran and my elderly godfather, supposedly to take care of them, but she just lets their lives fall into disrepair. She puts a great deal of pressure on my 80 year old godfather to do the brunt of the work and is now penalising him for things getting this bad. And I'm mad at myself because I wasn't there for my gran like I should have been. This last year has obviously been difficult as far as social interaction is concerned, and I live in a completely different town from my family and have remained working and dealing with my own anxiety, so it hasn't been easy to stay in touch, but I should have been there for her more. I really hate myself right now because I'm just as bad as my mum, not realising anything was wrong until it's too late. Or realising but being in denial. I think since my grandad died I've been hit with the realisation that my gran and godfather could die at any time, and I've overwhelmed myself with that thought. Instead of spending as much time with her as possible I've just sealed myself off from everybody, more so. Then my anger just circles back around to my mum because she was there and didn't do anything to stop things getting to this point. As previously mentioned I suffer from long term anxiety and depression, but they have been particularly bad the past few weeks, to the extent I've had to take a bit of time off work and have started some new medication. I'm still adjusting to it and feeling all the negative side effects and I'm just trying to get back on my feet and then this happens and I'm completely floored. I feel physically ill right now and I just needed to get this out of my system, so thank you to those of you who sat through this.
You are wonderful.
by warmPineapple14
Last post
 April 15th, 2021
...See more I feel we all forget how great we actually are and the strengths we have to offer. Life gets in the way and we focus on the negative. I just wanted to reach out to whoever needed to hear this and let them know that you are valuable, you are enough and you are magnificent just the way you are. Stay safe.
Checking in!
by Julima23
Last post
 April 3rd, 2021
...See more Hello! :)
Hello
by adaptableWest486
Last post
 December 24th, 2020
...See more I'm trying to find constant support. has anyone ever had a home health nurse come stay with you during the days?
Check in
by Edobre399
Last post
 December 11th, 2020
...See more How are we doing today?
Heeey
by Salutarysingular
Last post
 December 11th, 2020
...See more How to update

Newbie Hub

Welcome to the Newbie Hub! This is a space for newbies to learn, ask and get involved in the community. A safe and inclusive space to help settle you in on your new 7 Cups journey. You can check out our introduction video here!


What are the different forum topics for the Newbie Hub?

7 Cups of Tea Mission & Core Values: Find information about our mission here!

7Cups Wellness Initiatives: A place for all of our wellness initiatives.

Community Guidelines and Protocol: Want to review our guidelines and protocols? View them here!

Icebreakers: Settle in by breaking some ice.

Our Vision for a Better World: Review our vision here.

Questions & Information about using 7 Cups: Got a question? We have an answer!

Resources at 7 Cups to Help You: Need some resources to help you on your 7 Cups journey? View them here.

Support Room 24/7 Project: All information relating to the support chat room.

Welcome & Introductions to 7 Cups!: Introduce yourself as a new 7 Cups user here!


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


Helpful Threads

Members Introduction Thread: Members, introduce yourselves to 7 Cups here!

Listeners Introduction Thread: Listeners, introduce yourselves to 7 Cups here!

Member Welcome Pack: Members, find relevant resources and how-to guides here!

Listener Welcome Pack: Listeners, find relevant resources and how-to guides here!


Newbie Hub FAQ

Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


Q: Are there any Newbie Hub chat rooms?

A: Yes! You can find a list of the chat rooms here.


Help! I still have a question! 

If you need help, feel free to contact a community leader or post here, and someone will contact you.

Community Guidelines


★  Make yourself at home.

★  Do not hesitate to ask questions or reach out for help and support.

★  Always remember, you're not alone.
 

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