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Weekly Prompt #41: How do you perceive your own resilience and ability to cope with challenges?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 January 22nd
...See more Hello all, I hope you are all being easy on yourself this week. A few weeks ago we discussed: How does your depression affect your ability to care about and take care of others? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/depression/General_2427/WeeklyPrompt40Howdoesyourdepressionaffectyourabilitytocareaboutandtakecareofothers_336335/] Thank you to all who participated and shared their thoughts and questions for discussion. They were thought-provoking questions and thoughts. I hope you all did too. If you didn't share yours, please share them here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/depression/General_2427/WeeklyPrompt40Howdoesyourdepressionaffectyourabilitytocareaboutandtakecareofothers_336335/] and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you This week's prompt: How do you perceive your resilience and ability to cope with challenges? To perceive your resilience and ability to cope with challenges, you can reflect on your past experiences, identify your strengths, ways to embrace a positive mindset etc. Let's get started and share your thoughts with us. I look forward to hearing all your thoughts and ideas.  Join us in the 24/7 Depression Support Group Chat [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php]
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Your Poem...
by EmmaE
Last post
 January 13th
...See more Hi everyone, I came across this poem prompt and thought I'd share it here if anyone would like to try! ------------------------- My Poem (Title) My name is (name). Today I feel like a/an (adjective) (noun) (verb)ing in the (noun). Sometimes I am a/an (noun) Sometimes I am a/an (noun) But always I am (adjective). I ask the world, "(question)?" And the answer is a/an (repeat your words from line 2). ------------------------- If you’d like to join the depression support team, please check out THIS POST [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/SubcommunityHelpWanted_2306/HelpWantedDepressionSupport2023_295219/] for more information. To join our tag list and receive notifications, click HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/DepressionSupportCommunity_52/DepressionSupportLeadershipTeam_404/NEWautomateddepressionsupporttaglist_274831/].
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You can keep going 💙
by LoveMyMoonflowers
Last post
 November 22nd, 2024
...See more Hey everyone (: I hope your all doing okie 💙 and if your not (': we *do* care about you and we would really love to be there for you whenever you need us. 💜 I really hope you know that you don’t have to do this alone, buddy.  i don’t know what your going through right now, exactly. i don’t know how you feel (': but i’d like to remind you that it *is* okay to *feel* 💙 and it’s okay to take your time when figuring things out. it may be hard to explain how your feeling as well and i get that. 💜 (it’s important to take some time for yourself also 🥰 please do try being kind to yourself 🥺)  and some days… it just feels like too much, doesn’t it? we feel like we can’t take it anymore, we can’t go on anymore. Things just get too overwhelming, life just gets too hard… and hope seems like a distant dream. i know i’ve felt this way many times (': i think many of you might be able to relate 💙 but honestly, i need to remind you that there *is* hope, and you really can keep going. your never ever alone 💜 and you’ve never been truly alone.  And even though you might have never seen it, you are strong. stronger than you think you are. You’ve come *this* far and I am so so proud of you. i know it hasn’t been easy. i’m so proud of you. 💙 i’m sending so so so much love your way 💜 you deserve it, you really do 🥺 we love you, we care about you *always* and yes, there *is* hope for you. 💙 i promise.  🌙 Ni 🌸 @HealingTalk 
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My 7 Cups Dream Journal
by integrityblues
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Entry 1: The Boxes of Cats It was a little strange but what I remember most is visiting a house that was in my old neighborhood that I’d recently moved from (it really wasn’t, so dream logic) but I came back to collect something I left or my mother left. It was very sad and the people who were there now were sort of okay with me wandering around and looking. I kept noticing the signs that I’d once lived there (painted over places that still revealed chipped paint and stuff I recognized from my apartment). Then I looked beneath a couch or table and found boxes full of kittens. Two boxes were full of meowing kittens in water that the new home owners had no idea were there, and one more box held a very dead cat that was an older one from a previous litter. All of the kittens were starving without their mother and I knew that it was the reason why the older one passed. The new owners suddenly smelled the dead cat and I took it upon myself to get rid of it. When I came back an hour later all of the kittens were gone, and when I was walking past another house I could see all the kittens. They’d all grown up into adult cats!
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A friendzone turned me into a workaholic
by RhysThe3rd
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more It's been years since it happened and only been weeks since i've fully cut ties with him due to my obsession only worsening over time. The experience has been awful; i kept being reminded of all the good times we used to have, the songs we used to listen became a painful reminder, i can never look at love without feeling a sharp pain in me. This awful feeling, combined with the stress of school, turned me into a workaholic. Since i've given up love, given up on my social life, i guess the only thing i can look forward to is my academics. Things went well at first; i got good grades, most of my hw were done long before their dues; then the problem came at the end of every day where i can no longer distract myself. Suddenly all of my problems came crashing down. I feel overwhelmed by this and often resort to extreme measures to ground myself. It just makes me feel hopeless that this happens every, single, day. I just want to forget him why is it so difficult? (T-T) i don't want to feel this pain.. i don't want to live like this.. i've reached out to all of my friends and none of them could offer much support. It feels like i'm alone in this...
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Need a hug ✨
by HealingTouchofLove
Last post
 3 hours ago
...See more Sometimes thoughts just overwhelm us. Memories, self doubt s, and anxiety taking over....
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For those who need a hug in words: read this
by psychologyloverr
Last post
 4 hours ago
...See more Yes, i know, life is being cruel right now, I know you feel alone and misunderstood just like me, which, even though I'm a listener, i also feel. You've been through very difficult things and you continue every day to have the courage to get out of bed, something you should be proud of, the outside world can be very scary, but you have an infinite strength that you may not even be aware of, being here at this moment reading this, already shows how brave you are for simply allowing yourself to live. I'm proud of you, you have value and never let anyone dictate something you're not, at the end of the day, you're here and you are a fighting warrior, and I'm very proud of you because i know how hard it is to take care of ourselves sometimes. With love, Psychologyloverr. 💜
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For Nix
by ZeroFizz
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more Please no lurking it will make me so happy if you don’t! Thank you 💗 @Pheonix1234theythem idk where to put this so I thought depression support maybe?? Lol heyo friendo I’ve missed you so muchh!!!! It’s been a long time since we’ve talked and you’ve been on my mind a lot. How are you? What have you been up to nixyyy I’ve Fr missed you!! life ain’t life ing rn ykkkkk I missed uuu. But thats kinda mb cuz I haven’t really been here a lot recently. omg I hope you see this or if I tagged you right. I’ve never done this on here before. Idk but I hope you seee this. Hugggs 🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Not sure what's going on
by quietSea6437
Last post
 9 hours ago
...See more Idk what's going on but these last 2 weeks I've been noticing I've been going to bed 4-5hrs earlier than I usually do. I've just woke up from 12hrs of sleep and still feel like sleeping. :[
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A warm message to all
by lovelylorianne14
Last post
 10 hours ago
...See more Hello all! I'm Lorianne, a new listener on here and I'm really grateful to be one. I know how hard life gets and how much of a need there is for people to have support when they are going through a hard time. I'd love to say right now that it doesn't last forever. Some years back I was dealing with depression and several mental health issues, I remember telling myself "I don't think I'll ever heal" because at that point I thought I was too broken beyond repair. But sometimes being broken breaks new grounds inside of us. The dark nights don't go on for so long. Fun fact: the darkest nights give way to the most beautiful sunshines. You will get through this. It sounds impossible but it's possible. You're stronger than you know. Don't give up!! Lots of love, Lori.
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U guys, depression in heartbreak
by livbinny
Last post
 16 hours ago
...See more Just cuz when I allow my imagination go towards my dreams it’s still never reality I know that but I want to have that happy n good feeling tho I struggle n today I’m rather depressed tired n overwhelmed I just wanna be happy but I don’t have friends who could be here w me in my highs n lows just rly sad today:( so yeah guys stay strong continue to fight see u
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Soft spiral
by Lenaye8
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more eye had a soft depression spiral and needed to be out of the house due to my mums constant spiral of depression due to losing her mum/my gma having to deal with the majority of the paperwork for her mum. Me and my sister have been doing our best not to dump any type of *stress* or our weight on her. Just to be present with her as much as possible and connect. Yet it hurts when she rejects my words/actions/love *that was our old way of living with her* Now she is lashing out just like my gma would for over the past yrs she was alive. The spiral of watching your parwnt spiral is hard on the mental. Doing my best not to keep that spiral going and pass that on to my child. Fuuuudge that frfr. this app is teuly helping me get thru life and declutter my space mentally & pysically. eye luv my mum yet she needs therapy and is sooooo stubborn looking on line to help find a therapist for her while eye keep my emotion in a peaceful space as always flowing thru the motiona today yet grateful eyem alive to process the day & love myself thru it all
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Welcome to February : A Month of Self-Love and Emotional Well-Being 💐💗
by Angelanj
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Welcome to February, Everyone! We’re so glad to have both new and returning members here with us this month. Whether you're just starting your journey or coming back after some time, know that you're not alone — we’re here to support each other. 💗🫂 February is often recognized as the "love month," with Valentine’s Day reminding us of romantic relationships, friendships, and connections. But it’s also a time to remember that love starts with ourselves. For many, this month can bring feelings of loneliness or emotional strain, but let’s not forget that self-love and emotional health are just as important. This is a time to honor your own well-being, take small steps to nurture yourself, and remind yourself that you are worthy of care and kindness! Quote of the Month: "Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line." – Lucille Ball 🌷 This month, let’s embrace the fact that we’re all a work in progress, and that’s perfectly okay. Every small step counts, and growth is a journey. 🌸💓 February Highlight: Emotional Health Week - (February 19-23) -This week, we’re focusing on understanding and prioritizing emotional health. Emotional Health Week is a time to raise awareness about the importance of mental well-being and share strategies for managing stress, emotions, and maintaining balance in life. It’s a chance to take stock of how we're feeling and learn new ways to improve our emotional resilience. Stay tuned for tips, resources, and discussions throughout the week! 💞. Fun Facts About Emotional Health Week: * Emotional Health Week was created to help reduce the stigma around mental health challenges and encourage open conversations about emotional well-being. * Studies show that focusing on emotional health can improve not only mental but also physical health — stress management and positive emotional habits can lower blood pressure and improve sleep quality. * It’s not just about managing negative emotions; Emotional Health Week highlights the importance of cultivating positive emotions, like gratitude and joy, which have been linked to better overall well-being. Prompts for February: * What’s one small thing you’ve done recently to take care of your emotional health? Whether it’s journaling, taking a mindful break, or reaching out for support, we’d love to hear about it. Share with us in the comments! * Emotional health often means knowing when to take a break. What's your go-to activity or practice when you need to recharge emotionally? * How do you show yourself compassion during tough times? Share a tip or strategy that helps you be kinder to yourself when things feel overwhelming. As always, remember that we’re a community of support and understanding. This month, let’s continue to uplift one another, remind ourselves that we are not alone, and embrace the journey of healing and self-care together! 💐💗
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Scared before, sad now?
by livbinny
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more To this day I can get sad n empty involuntarily I was always scared I couldn’t do it with ppl but it’s like with box best demonstration by me! ppl are marbles ur the white box taking marbles away wont do anything to box, it will stay even if they did hurt etc u still remain u i can still go without friends n im better off from toxic ppl u can be on ur own just fine, just like before i was on my chase to search for ppl dont seek, remain for urself those scary times n fears that we cannot when before we could who told us that maybe our mind or own attachment but that’s all illusion yes, convos might miss n u might feel deprived of communication but over time u get back with yourself n that’s priceless it will still be somewhat empty, scary n sad but u will always survive and we all go here when we get nobody to talk to so it’s just fine this is how I’m staying out of depression ppl
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Feeling down
by skyraven02
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more Feeling like a complete screwup when it comes to my kids. My oldest had issues all through school and took two extra years to graduate. One of my other kids is failing out of high school. My 5 year old is having different issues. My 3 year old is having a couple of issues but is ok. I just feel like I’ve done something to screwup all their lives and I don’t know what. I've been a stay at home home for 22 years. It’s the only thing I’ve ever done. I don’t know how to do anything else but wonder if I should have done something different and had them in daycare so they could have been around other kids and not home with me everyday.

We hope that you can find some respite here from what you're going through. We all help each other through the darkness. Welcome, friends, to the Depression Support Community at 7 Cups. We're so happy you're here <3

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Community Resources

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- 9 Types of Depression and How To Recognize Them 

- You don't have to understand, you just have to be present by @MarianaFilipaSouza6

A beautiful testament to the nature of depression

- Rethink Mental Illness: Depression

Basic information and facts

- Resource Masterpost by @Sealiously

A plethora of amazing links

- Depression Self Help Guide

Discover some ways to help manage what you're going through

- Safety Plan

Here's a safety plan for those who are passively suicidal. Your life is important

- Resources to Help Manage Depression

A collection of helpful links for more information and support

- Depression Community Path

A path that helps guide you through dealing with depression on a day to day basis


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