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Exploration Garden: New Rules to Foster a More Focused Exploration Environment
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 3 days ago
...See more Hello everyone,  Exploration Garden (EG) group chat was introduced in July 2023 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] as an extended version of the Sharing Circle. Since then, EG has undergone multiple iterations and changes to improve it for everyone This post will share the next changes and updates regarding the Exploration Garden group chat.  We want to emphasize the key distinction between the Sharing Circle and Exploration Garden:  Sharing Circle [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/7CupsSharingCirclesarenowLIVE_218662/]is a space to share with others primarily, here you can vent, get validation, and express your thoughts/feelings/experiences to share those with others. The exploration garden [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] by contrast is not so much a place to share, but rather a place to gain assistance in exploring our thoughts/feelings/experiences, here we are trying to learn and explore, seeking new perspectives, new understandings, and deeper meanings. Based on the feedback received from the community and observations of trends within the group chat, we are rolling out the following changes to promote and foster an exploration environment in the EG.   1. EG will only be open when a facilitator is present. Without facilitation, the sessions tend to get off track, and unable to keep up with the guidelines for running an effective exploration session. Here is the updated schedule of the Exploration Garden session:  * Host-L stands for assigned listener host  * Host-M stands for covered by community mod * Red rows represent no coverage at the moment, so no session will take place during these hours until we onboard new hosts to lead those hours.  2.  Releasing an exploration guide for participants to understand how effective exploration works, the DOs and DONTs, Tips to get the most out of the session, and how to offer support to the sharers. Click here to access a copy of the exploration guide.  [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cMu6p6eSrlqV3StpeY4SX4MRBsBdCPwhRiU_pKvRSZI/edit] 3. If you want to join the Exploration Garden Hosting Team, you can now express your interest by filling out a short form here!  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjtDkb4M8XXOZMh1ClAoo-ZYq5fNPohtB1MwxXozv2d4p04A/viewform] The new changes will be implemented w.e.f Sept 20, 2024.  If you have any questions, please feel free to share with us below in the thread or reach out to @Heather225 or me aka @ASilentObserver
2024: Gratitude Week w/ 7 Cups
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 Wednesday
...See more Hello and welcome everyone to Gratitude Week w/ 7 Cups Gratitude Day is celebrated annually on the 21st of September. The celebration of Gratitude Day allows both individuals and communities to come together and celebrate the broad meaning of gratitude in various ways.  The goal of the Gratitude Week is to take time and reflect on the many amazing things, and people we have in our lives. Practicing gratitude could positively impact our well-being and make us happier, more contented people. There are so many ways that you can be thankful on World Gratitude Day. It can simply include: * Being thankful that you have woken up and experienced a brand new day.  * If you have a pet, your pet is worthy of your gratitude.  * You can also be thankful for beautiful nature for beautiful sunrises, sunsets, or simply how different seasons bring unique experiences. * You can be thankful for the people around you or in the community that you encountered and made your day better even if for a moment.  So we invite you to join us in Gratitude Week to be thankful in a few ways:  * Engage in any or all of the following activities and let us know in the comments below what did you and when.  * Send at least 7 empathetic private messages  to listeners/members * Post or reply 7 empathetic posts in any thread in the community with the hashtag #Gratitude2024 * Send 7 supportive comments or phrases in the group support (both members /listeners group chats) * Participate in a “Thank you to” Chain to appreciate or give a shout-out to anyone and tag 3 friends to join the chain. You can give thank you to anyone including yourself.  The thread will be created and linked here.  * Join in the following Group Discussions: at 12.30 pm Eastern (Adults), 1 pm (Teens) * Showing Appreciation & Gratitude (Monday) * Empathy  (Tuesday) * Do you know Self-compassion (Wednesday) * The power of thank you (Thursday) The sessions will take place in Positivity Corner Group Chat We look forward to celebrating  World Gratitude Day with you. Join us! 
Wellness Accountability Huddles: Apply Now!
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 September 26th
...See more Ready to Transform Your Wellness with Accountability? Setting specific health and wellness goals is an effective way to improve your physical and mental wellbeing. These can include goals like exercising regularly, eating more vegetables, drinking more water, or finding time for mindfulness. Having a defined time frame adds structure, helping you stay focused and committed as you work toward achieving these goals. Ask yourself right now: what do you want to improve on in your life? Tips to Make Your Wellness Goals Easy to Track and Follow Through With: * Make your goal specific and measurable. For example, "do 30 minutes of exercise each day" or "read 1 chapter of my book each day". Specific and measurable goals are easier to track. * Keep it simple! Avoid overwhelming yourself by starting small. Committing to 1-3 daily tasks can make it more manageable and sustainable. Now, how does this apply to 7 Cups, and being accountable? You’re much more likely to succeed when you share your progress with others, and that’s where our Wellness Accountability Huddles come in. A Huddle is a group chat where the same participants meet up regularly to chat about common issues/interests in order to learn more about and deeply explore them. Our Huddles take place inside the 7 Cups group chat system and aim to provide groups of users continuous support and social connection. We are excited to launch Wellness Accountability Huddles. The Huddle journey will last for 5 weeks. The expected launch dates of these Huddles are within 2 weeks of this announcement. Please check your availability before applying. Structure: What Will a Huddle Consist Of? Each Huddle will aim to have around 20-30 members. The group will be open 24/7 and only badged members will have access. Thus, it is an opportunity for a shared, closer connection. 3 huddle groups will be created to accommodate groups of users in the current round, and we hope to onboard further interested users when the first “batch” is completed.  * This Huddle opportunity is available for members only. Listeners are encouraged to switch to a member account to participate. * This Huddle is currently open to adult users only.  Your Huddle experience will involve: * Once accepted, you will be asked to introduce yourself and some of your goals for joining the Huddle. Introducing yourself as well as participating during the first Huddle week at least once is compulsory to confirm your spot - these 2 actions will help you build the foundation of your longer-lasting journey! Here is what you can expect during your Huddle journey: Week 1 - Introductions Week 2 - Embracing Goals (and starting to share our progress) Week 3 - The Power of Mindfulness and Self-Care Week 4 - Managing Setbacks Week 5 - Celebrating Progress  The only expectations of you (other than participating every week!) is that you are willing to share the goals you are interested in as well as some commitment to work on some progress while sharing it. You are open to hearing other people’s stories and goals and will treat each of your peers with respect.  Some recommendations to ensure a beneficial experience include: * Try to participate in the group chat at least once a week. While you do not have to answer each prompt, you can share your daily experiences or other concerns. * Read other responses and reply to other participants: helping one another explore our reflections helps us all benefit from the interaction. Apart from the above guidelines, all users are expected to follow the general chatroom guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/Member-Chatroom-Guidelines-9de0c9c1b6114d14a130f1b842af36fe]and the community guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/]. For any further questions or feedback, you can PM @SoulfullyAButterfly or send an email to ayesha@7cups.com Ready to Sign Up? Please fill in this form [https://forms.gle/FWJro9iKPKaWTSBt5].
Sharing Circle Leaderboard
by Lou73
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more 🍂 The leaves are falling, the season is changing and it's time for our monthly leaderboard! 🍁   Thank you so much to all our amazing hosts that have volunteered their time to facilitate the smooth running of the room and have offered support and encouragement to everyone. This month we have hosted 28 sessions! 🤗   ⭐️Congratulations to all these hosts that will be awarded 100 cheers per session as a thank you! ⭐️ Assigned hosts: @CreativeKombucha @Lou73 @Marseille @ShadowFaerie @wind885 On-spot hosts: @CalmRosebud @daydreammemories @disneywoman @fruityPond7887 @Heartsandrosesandpaws @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @kindhug676 @michael205 @MindfulJourney22 @selfconfidentHickory2238 @soothinggrace83 @TheGeraldExperience03 @ASilentObserver ------------------------- If you're interested in becoming an assigned host, you can fill out the application form HERE [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]   If you host a session and want to be included in our leaderboard, make sure you fill out the host log [https://tinyurl.com/y4e8tj24]! Please note to fill out 1 log per hour and to promote self-care we will be awarding cheers up to 25 sessions per month. 
Exploration Garden: New Rules to Foster a More Focused Exploration Environment
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 3 days ago
...See more Hello everyone,  Exploration Garden (EG) group chat was introduced in July 2023 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] as an extended version of the Sharing Circle. Since then, EG has undergone multiple iterations and changes to improve it for everyone This post will share the next changes and updates regarding the Exploration Garden group chat.  We want to emphasize the key distinction between the Sharing Circle and Exploration Garden:  Sharing Circle [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/7CupsSharingCirclesarenowLIVE_218662/]is a space to share with others primarily, here you can vent, get validation, and express your thoughts/feelings/experiences to share those with others. The exploration garden [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] by contrast is not so much a place to share, but rather a place to gain assistance in exploring our thoughts/feelings/experiences, here we are trying to learn and explore, seeking new perspectives, new understandings, and deeper meanings. Based on the feedback received from the community and observations of trends within the group chat, we are rolling out the following changes to promote and foster an exploration environment in the EG.   1. EG will only be open when a facilitator is present. Without facilitation, the sessions tend to get off track, and unable to keep up with the guidelines for running an effective exploration session. Here is the updated schedule of the Exploration Garden session:  * Host-L stands for assigned listener host  * Host-M stands for covered by community mod * Red rows represent no coverage at the moment, so no session will take place during these hours until we onboard new hosts to lead those hours.  2.  Releasing an exploration guide for participants to understand how effective exploration works, the DOs and DONTs, Tips to get the most out of the session, and how to offer support to the sharers. Click here to access a copy of the exploration guide.  [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cMu6p6eSrlqV3StpeY4SX4MRBsBdCPwhRiU_pKvRSZI/edit] 3. If you want to join the Exploration Garden Hosting Team, you can now express your interest by filling out a short form here!  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjtDkb4M8XXOZMh1ClAoo-ZYq5fNPohtB1MwxXozv2d4p04A/viewform] The new changes will be implemented w.e.f Sept 20, 2024.  If you have any questions, please feel free to share with us below in the thread or reach out to @Heather225 or me aka @ASilentObserver
2024: Gratitude Week w/ 7 Cups
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 Wednesday
...See more Hello and welcome everyone to Gratitude Week w/ 7 Cups Gratitude Day is celebrated annually on the 21st of September. The celebration of Gratitude Day allows both individuals and communities to come together and celebrate the broad meaning of gratitude in various ways.  The goal of the Gratitude Week is to take time and reflect on the many amazing things, and people we have in our lives. Practicing gratitude could positively impact our well-being and make us happier, more contented people. There are so many ways that you can be thankful on World Gratitude Day. It can simply include: * Being thankful that you have woken up and experienced a brand new day.  * If you have a pet, your pet is worthy of your gratitude.  * You can also be thankful for beautiful nature for beautiful sunrises, sunsets, or simply how different seasons bring unique experiences. * You can be thankful for the people around you or in the community that you encountered and made your day better even if for a moment.  So we invite you to join us in Gratitude Week to be thankful in a few ways:  * Engage in any or all of the following activities and let us know in the comments below what did you and when.  * Send at least 7 empathetic private messages  to listeners/members * Post or reply 7 empathetic posts in any thread in the community with the hashtag #Gratitude2024 * Send 7 supportive comments or phrases in the group support (both members /listeners group chats) * Participate in a “Thank you to” Chain to appreciate or give a shout-out to anyone and tag 3 friends to join the chain. You can give thank you to anyone including yourself.  The thread will be created and linked here.  * Join in the following Group Discussions: at 12.30 pm Eastern (Adults), 1 pm (Teens) * Showing Appreciation & Gratitude (Monday) * Empathy  (Tuesday) * Do you know Self-compassion (Wednesday) * The power of thank you (Thursday) The sessions will take place in Positivity Corner Group Chat We look forward to celebrating  World Gratitude Day with you. Join us! 
Room Supporter Help Center
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 Tuesday
...See more Get Started Room Supporting on 7Cups Need to know info for new room supporters as well as a refresher for existing room supporters. Duties and Expectations As a room supporter, one should have high warmth and high expectations [https://www.7cups.com/about/culture.php]. The aim of the room supporter is to foster and guide supportive and compassionate chats among the members and listeners in the chat rooms. As a room supporter, it is important you proactively engage and participate in these chats to build your face as a friendly face and a helping hand in the chat rooms. So, everyone feels welcomed and supported. As a room supporter, your essential checklist: * Welcome, everyone who joins the chatroom and makes them feel welcomed, included, and comfortable. * Foster healthy, compassionate, and supportive conversations. * Share resources and support chat room moderators to enforce chatroom and community guidelines in the room. You will be successful in this role if you: * Join your focused support rooms often and consistently to build yourself as a reliable group support leader. * Welcome every entrant with warmth and compassion to make them feel included in the group * Show compassion, respect, warmth, support, and care to everyone in the chatroom. * Foster good conversations by asking helpful and thoughtful questions. Acknowledging and validating one’s experiences and emotions. * Maintain a level of professionalism and a reminder to all to follow the chatroom guidelines. * Familiar with the chatroom guidelines and support the chatroom moderators to enforce them whenever needed. * Be observant to see who all is participating and who needed a bit more encouragement to participate and work to adjust the environment as per the needs. First-week essential checklist There are several things you can do immediately to give your assigned chatroom a leg up. Try taking a week and doing everything in the list below to help your community's odds for success. * Join & Introduce yourself Jumping into your focused chat room as a group support leader (Room Supporter) is intimidating. It's up to you to create a welcoming environment. So start with introducing yourself to the members in the chatroom and try to greet & welcome and do a quick check-in with at least 10 members this week. If you are struggling for participation, inviting members from other chat rooms can help. * Always remember, room supporter is more about supporting everyone. Let’s try to do our best to listen to everyone and give them space to talk about their thoughts and emotions. If anyone is not engaging, focus on them and encourage and invite them to make them feel included. You have this amazing gift of listening to acknowledge and validate someone. Use it often! * Demo compassion, acceptance, validation, always! Your attitude and how you participate and support will matter in setting the tone of the chatroom. At times, you will feel like some are not really happy with what you are doing but some would always feel encouraged, inspired, and motivated to try and go for things they didn't do in the first place. Just because of your efforts to demonstrate compassion, acceptance, and validation to everyone. * Join the conversation If you see an interesting discussion in another chat room, visit and participate there and share about your chat room as well. Make sure to let them know when they can join your chat room. * Keep going! Keep your chatroom active by growing your chatroom and supporting throughout the month along with your fellow room supporter and chat room moderator team. If you've already done all of the above, you're off to a great start. Building a supportive and healthy chatroom with great group dynamics takes time and dedication. It almost never happens overnight. Don't be discouraged by slow momentum - slow and steady is the healthy path to growth for anything and everything. Fostering healthy conversation in the room The art of holding a healthy conversation can make you an influencer of your chat room. Here are a few simple tips that you could find helpful to have a dazzling conversation with the members and make them feel encouraged to come back and interact with you. * Set a purpose for your conversation. Any good conversation has an intention. Without a clear intention, it is like driving without a map. * Be gentle and compassionate as a friend. We make our first impression in the first few seconds of interacting with them. As it is text-based communication in the chatroom where they can’t hear your tone or see your gestures and body language, you need to reflect your friendliness approach in your words. * Use Conversation Openers. The hardest part of any interaction is its opener. But you don’t have to worry about it. You can start with a simple icebreaker and then start the conversation with a question or a statement about the topic you are going to discuss. * Keep the spark going. Once the conversation starts, you want to keep it going. And for that recognize who all are proactively participating and validate their thoughts, share your perspectives and invite every new entrant or a lurking participant to share their views. * Encourage them to share stories and listen. Listening is the key to fostering healthy conversations. Encourage the members to share more on their stories and listen to them. * Conclude the conversation on a positive note. Every conversation has an end due to time limitations. But, conclude the chat on a positive note so the members look forward to participating in similar conversations in the future as well. * And, have a bit of humor. A bit of humor is good for healthy conversation as it makes the chat more enjoyable and engaging for everyone. And, please remember you are interesting! You have lots of great things to say and share. Bring your best self to a conversation and your members will find it captivating. Welcoming new members To grow your chatroom, new members are the key. Here new members are not those who joined just a few days ago but also those who are around for a while but joining the chatroom for the first time or after a long time. Whenever there is a new member in the chatroom, greet and welcome them. Share a resource that they may find helpful, like, Members Welcome Pack, <------ Clickable) [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CL9Yu_6zixlapOjdrhCgKLy9JN5wY3HWdrGH7PIO2WI/edit#]and encourage them to share their views, thoughts, stories with the rest of the participants. How they feel the first time will decide if they will return to the chatroom in the future too. General Chat Rooms Info (Clickable texts) appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/] Badges Required to Unlock Support Rooms! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/BadgesRequiredtoUnlockSupportRooms_213011/] appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/]Frequently Asked Questions - For Members [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/FrequentlyAskedQuestionsGroupSupport_215692/] appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/] Warm Welcome Everyone! #ByeByeClique #Challenge [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/WarmWelcomeEveryoneByeByeCliqueChallenge_238987/] appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/]Guidelines on Role Playing in the 7Cups Community! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/GuidelinesonRolePlayinginthe7CupsCommunity_242497/] appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/] 2020's 7 Cups Behavior Reporting Process & Tracking- Updated Version [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/BehavioralRatingSystem_2108/2020s7CupsBehaviorReportingProcessTrackingUpdatedVersion_226446/] appears to be an empty link with target https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerProjectsampTeams_148/GroupModZone_196/GroupModRoleDutiesandExpectations_17917/]Filing Behavioral Report Forms: All the information you might need [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdatesInformationFortheCommunity_100/HsHangout_1970/FilingBehavioralReportFormsAlltheinformationyoumightneed_242537/] Share the chatroom scenario form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4_l_OEQ9E32X0w2ODMIMzoJ__tNxUnqHZFpNf9krhs5Ab3Q/viewform]
Wellness Accountability Huddles: Apply Now!
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 September 26th
...See more Ready to Transform Your Wellness with Accountability? Setting specific health and wellness goals is an effective way to improve your physical and mental wellbeing. These can include goals like exercising regularly, eating more vegetables, drinking more water, or finding time for mindfulness. Having a defined time frame adds structure, helping you stay focused and committed as you work toward achieving these goals. Ask yourself right now: what do you want to improve on in your life? Tips to Make Your Wellness Goals Easy to Track and Follow Through With: * Make your goal specific and measurable. For example, "do 30 minutes of exercise each day" or "read 1 chapter of my book each day". Specific and measurable goals are easier to track. * Keep it simple! Avoid overwhelming yourself by starting small. Committing to 1-3 daily tasks can make it more manageable and sustainable. Now, how does this apply to 7 Cups, and being accountable? You’re much more likely to succeed when you share your progress with others, and that’s where our Wellness Accountability Huddles come in. A Huddle is a group chat where the same participants meet up regularly to chat about common issues/interests in order to learn more about and deeply explore them. Our Huddles take place inside the 7 Cups group chat system and aim to provide groups of users continuous support and social connection. We are excited to launch Wellness Accountability Huddles. The Huddle journey will last for 5 weeks. The expected launch dates of these Huddles are within 2 weeks of this announcement. Please check your availability before applying. Structure: What Will a Huddle Consist Of? Each Huddle will aim to have around 20-30 members. The group will be open 24/7 and only badged members will have access. Thus, it is an opportunity for a shared, closer connection. 3 huddle groups will be created to accommodate groups of users in the current round, and we hope to onboard further interested users when the first “batch” is completed.  * This Huddle opportunity is available for members only. Listeners are encouraged to switch to a member account to participate. * This Huddle is currently open to adult users only.  Your Huddle experience will involve: * Once accepted, you will be asked to introduce yourself and some of your goals for joining the Huddle. Introducing yourself as well as participating during the first Huddle week at least once is compulsory to confirm your spot - these 2 actions will help you build the foundation of your longer-lasting journey! Here is what you can expect during your Huddle journey: Week 1 - Introductions Week 2 - Embracing Goals (and starting to share our progress) Week 3 - The Power of Mindfulness and Self-Care Week 4 - Managing Setbacks Week 5 - Celebrating Progress  The only expectations of you (other than participating every week!) is that you are willing to share the goals you are interested in as well as some commitment to work on some progress while sharing it. You are open to hearing other people’s stories and goals and will treat each of your peers with respect.  Some recommendations to ensure a beneficial experience include: * Try to participate in the group chat at least once a week. While you do not have to answer each prompt, you can share your daily experiences or other concerns. * Read other responses and reply to other participants: helping one another explore our reflections helps us all benefit from the interaction. Apart from the above guidelines, all users are expected to follow the general chatroom guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/Member-Chatroom-Guidelines-9de0c9c1b6114d14a130f1b842af36fe]and the community guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/]. For any further questions or feedback, you can PM @SoulfullyAButterfly or send an email to ayesha@7cups.com Ready to Sign Up? Please fill in this form [https://forms.gle/FWJro9iKPKaWTSBt5].
6 Ways to Make A Change in Group Support - No matter who you are.
by Heather
Last post
 September 24th
...See more This post goes out to all members, listeners and moderators. It's for all the group support humans out there who want to be a postive force in our group support chat rooms! Have a read, give it a try, share below and let us know how it goes... ➊ Welcome & Invite Real human people are entering the support chat rooms all the time. Sadly, some will leave still feeling alone, still lacking connection and still having never gotten to know any of you. Be the one who makes that difference for them. Really look out for people entering and think about what would make you feel warm and welcomed. Remember, a great welcome is more than just hello. Ask a question. Say hi and find out how theyre doing. Keep in mind that they dont know the context of what is being discussed in the chat room right now and explain to them what everyone is chatting about! Invite them in and dont allow that person to feel like an outsider. Be the one who shows another human they matter today. ➋ Find Common Ground Let me tell you a secret - were all way more alike than we may realise. Discover and explore something several people in the room have in common. Do you all have similar struggles or feelings about something? Do you all love the sunshine? Are you all human?! When someone shares, ask around and see who else can relate. Seeing that others feel the same way is a powerful thing. Its a beautiful group chat moment waiting to happen and you can lead the way. ➌ Hold Space When someone is feeling blue, dont rush to silver line their problem or sweep their feelings under the rug. Hold the moment with them. Be there. Tell them you know its hard and really imagine how they must be feeling. Sometimes, what we need most is someone to deeply understand us before we can find a way out of it. You could be the only connection another human has this week. This is a great video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw] explaining empathy. Try it and see! ➍ Break Ice! Out of things to talk about? Feeling like you want something more lighthearted? Theres always plenty of ice to break and you can do this with our fabulous list of icebreaker questions right here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupportChatRooms_140/InformationUpdates_822/ICEBREAKERCHALLENGEEveryoneinvitedtoparticipate_62966/]. Here are some more bonus suggestions to inspire you: What is everyone doing for the rest of the day? How did you all sleep last night? If you had a magic wand and you could change one thing right now, what would it be? What is your biggest fear? What is something wonderful about you? What did you do well this week? Let your creativity shine through! The possibilities are endless. ➎ Give Hope Have you been in the same position someone else is in right now and found the way through it? Do you have a favourite quote that has given you hope? What puts things in perspective for you? What has motivated you to keep on keeping on? Tell someone about the light you found at the end of the tunnel. We could all use a little hope. 6. Set the example for fostering supportive space Your behavior is impactful. The way you conduct yourself in a group can influence others. So, ask yourself: do you model good behavior? Do you guide others to follow the chatroom rules and community guidelines? Are you encouraging your peers to follow your example? Supportive environments thrive only when we are contributing positively. You have the power to keep our group support ecosystem healthy by simply being a good citizen. Share below and let us know what worked well for you! Edited as on June 09, 2020 by ASilentObserver
Make you happy by sharing your problem with me or am here to listen to you
by Jenifer1234
Last post
 September 15th
...See more Support to solution your problem
Announcing our newest Group Support Project Agent!
by Suryansh
Last post
 September 15th
...See more Hey everyone! I’m excited to announce that @Antonio7Cups is joining us as the newest Project Agent for the Group Support Team! ✨ Antonio will be working closely with the Group Support team in writing & managing Group Support discussion scripts. They will also be working closely with @JustSophia in the management of Group Support Resources. We're very glad to have you aboard, Antonio! 💜 Interested in becoming a project agent for the Group Support team? Please check out more information HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/ApplicationStation_2417/RecruitingProjectAgentsforGroupSupport_224516/]. @Heather225 @ASilentObserver @Lou73 @JustSophia
Changes to Group Chat Structure to Foster Community
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 September 14th
...See more Hi everyone, We have recently noticed a decline in support and participation in our group chats. While we appreciate everyone's contributions, we have found that the low activity level in different group chats has discouraged many members from engaging in conversations. Many enter the quieter chats and when they see it quiet, they tend to leave which is doing no good to offer them much-needed support.  To ensure that our group chats remain vibrant and inclusive support spaces for everyone, we are making a few adjustments: * Group Chats’ Pop-up Status: The following group chats will temporarily return to pop-up status. This means these group chats will be open during scheduled discussions or as per your request. To request these chats to open, these requirements need to be fulfilled:  * At least 3-5 participants are willing to participate in a specific group chat.  * Or, they can become room support or discussion leaders for specific group chats and host at least 2 weekly sessions.  * If you meet either of the requirements, you can inform a community moderator on shift to help you open a group chat for a specific period (let’s say 60 minutes). After completion of discussion, the room will be closed.    * Re-evaluation Period: We will monitor participation and reassess the situation every month.  * The group chats return to popup chats:  * Relationship Support * LGBTQ Support * Listener Community Room Also, we updated the rotation group chat schedule after assessing the participation & support levels. The new rotational schedule is as follows: * Monday & Tuesday: Loneliness Support * Wednesday: Anxiety Support * Thursday & Friday: Relationship Support * Saturday & Sunday: Trauma Support We hope this change will encourage more active support and engagement and make it easier for everyone to stay connected. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you.   @heather225
Join Us for World Sexual Health Day Discussions on September 4th!
by Suryansh
Last post
 September 5th
...See more Hello everyone! We are excited to announce that on September 4th, in honour of World Sexual Health Day, we will be hosting a full day of discussions centred around sexual health (for Adults Only). This day is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where we can learn, share, and empower one another on topics that matter deeply. Why Sexual Health? Sexual health is an essential aspect of our overall well-being. By understanding and discussing it openly, we can break down barriers, challenge stigmas, and support one another in our journeys toward healthy and fulfilling lives. Venue: Special Events room (Adults). What to Expect: • Engaging Discussions: Participate in various discussions throughout the day, covering topics like sexual education, consent, safe practices, and the importance of communication in relationships. • Shared Experiences: Listen and share personal stories in a safe space, learning from one another’s experiences and insights. • Sharing of Insights: We will also have sessions led by our experienced hosts who will guide the conversations and provide valuable information. ------------------------- Guidelines for Participation To ensure a safe and supportive environment for everyone during these discussions, please adhere to the following guidelines: 1. Respect for All: Approach every conversation with respect and kindness. Avoid making assumptions about others’ experiences or identities. 2. Consent to Share: Share your own experiences and thoughts only if you’re comfortable. No one is obligated to participate beyond their comfort level. 3. Trigger Warnings: If your comment may contain sensitive content, please include a trigger warning at the beginning. This helps others navigate the conversation safely. 4. Avoid Graphic Details: While open discussions are encouraged, please refrain from sharing explicit or graphic details that may be distressing to others. 5. Focus on Learning: This event is about mutual learning and support. Approach discussions with an open mind and be willing to listen to different perspectives. 6. Support for Survivors: Acknowledge that many in our community are survivors of sexual assault. Be mindful of the language you use and avoid comments that may inadvertently trigger others. 7. Moderation Support: Our moderators will be present ALL the time to ensure discussions remain respectful and on-topic. If you feel uncomfortable at any time, please feel free to inform them. ------------------------- Sessions' Details (all on September 4) * Understanding Sexual Health: 12 PM ET * The Importance of Consent, Communication and Culture for a good Sexual Health: 7 PM ET We invite everyone to join these discussions and contribute to this important dialogue. Together, we can create an environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and supported. If anyone is interested in hosting sessions on this topic on September 4, please write your 7 Cups username on THIS Document [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nlwCQVVuQsFDfDRasB1xmudzg3C_hxpPZf-JAJPfPzg/edit?gid=0#gid=0].  NOTE: Only Listeners are allowed to host the sessions. Members are invited to take part in these meaningful discussions. Members and Listeners, if there are questions you would love to be discussed, please feel free to share those with us by replying to this post. For any queries, feel free to PM me [http://www.7cups.com/@Suryansh] or @ASilentObserver [http://www.7cups.com/@ASilentObserver].
Sharing Circle Leaderboard
by Lou73
Last post
 September 2nd
...See more 🌞 It's leaderboard time! And talking of time, I think all time zones have now sprung forward! 🌞   Thank you so much to all our amazing hosts that have volunteered their time to facilitate the smooth running of the room and have offered support and encouragement to everyone. This month we have hosted 39 sessions! 🤗   ⭐️Congratulations to all these hosts that will be awarded 100 cheers per session as a thank you! ⭐️ Assigned hosts: @astronomicalGalaxy76 @CalmRosebud @ECshuffle @Elle5319 @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie On-spot hosts: @daydreammemories @disneywoman @fruityPond7887 @Heartsandrosesandpaws @InsightfulPhoenix @kindhugs676 @MagicalFreedom @michael205 @Parkey64 @selfconfidentHickory2238 @SerenityAnchor @SerenityLight @soothinggrace83 @sunkissedwishes37 @TheGeraldExperience03 @WonderlandAlice00 @WishUponAStar968 ------------------------- Teen Sharing Circles  A big thank you to @Takitoteka for hosting Sharing Circles for our teenies!  ------------------------- If you're interested in becoming an assigned host, you can fill out the application form HERE [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]   If you host a session and want to be included in our leaderboard, make sure you fill out the host log [https://tinyurl.com/y4e8tj24]! Please note to fill out 1 log per hour and to promote self-care we will be awarding cheers up to 25 sessions per month. 
Hi
by DanieIion
Last post
 August 31st
...See more @indigoacai9187

Welcome to the Group Support Community, a place where listeners and members can gather information, share feedback, and learn together!

Find our Group Support Discussion Schedule HERE.

New to the 7 Cups community? Members, click HERE and Listeners click HERE for more information about getting started on your 7 Cups journey.

For information about joining group support rooms click HERE.. For the Group Support Rotation Schedule, click HERE. 

Keeping group rooms safe and supportive is a top priority at 7 Cups. Please familiarize yourself with the chatroom rules located at the bottom of each chat room. Click HERE to learn more about group room safety.  

Please join us in our newest and most popular room, Sharing Circle Here you will find the opportunity to share your thoughts with the community and receive personal support, . Once you have experinced all the rooms have to offer, you are invited to join the team as a host. For information on joining the team as a host by click HERE.

Listeners, would you like to join the Group Support Team? Click HERE for Room Supporters or HERE for Community Centered Moderators.

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Community Leaders
Community Mentor Leader
@ASilentObserver
@Suryansh
Community Mentor / Teen Community Star
@Lou73