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Struggling with an issue? Let’s connect!
Number of ratings10 Number of reviews9 Listens toOver 18 LanguagesEnglish Listener sinceAug 8, 2025 Last activeover 6 months ago GenderMale PathStep 159 People helped62 Chats150 Group support chats0 Listener group chats0 Forum posts20 Forum upvotes37
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I've served as an educator and in public safety for 20+ years and have recently gone back to school. While I have a unique background, I genuinely care for every person as a human being. I’m not here to give advice but will be a willing and empathetic listener to work with you. 

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Building Inner Calm Through Presence and Self-Awareness
IDG 7 Cups Hub / by BigBear525
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October 26th, 2025
...See more So many of us live in a constant state of mental noise where we juggling work, relationships, and internal expectations. Presence invites us to slow down enough to actually notice what’s happening within and around us. When we cultivate presence, we create space between what happens and how we respond. That space is where peace and wisdom live. That space becomes mindfulness. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned through practicing mindfulness is that awareness doesn’t erase stress. It transforms how we address it. When I take a moment to notice my breathing or ground myself in sensory awareness, I shift from reacting to responding. I begin to see my emotions not as good or bad, but as signals that inform. Self-awareness builds self-trust, and over time, that trust leads to resilience. In a world that rewards busyness, choosing presence is a quiet act of rebellion. It gives you the ability to honestly say, “I’m here, and that’s enough right now.” Questions to consider: * What helps you stay grounded when your thoughts start to race or spiral? * How do you notice the connection between your emotions and your body when you slow down?
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Practicing Compassionate Curiosity
IDG 7 Cups Hub / by BigBear525
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November 27th, 2025
...See more Empathy and compassion asks us to stay curious about others’ experiences without judgment. This can be tough when emotions are high. Reflect on the following questions and respond below: * What helps you respond with compassion when someone’s behavior frustrates you? * How has empathy from someone else helped you grow personally? I look forward to reading your replies, BigBear525
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Building Inner Calm Through Mindful Awareness
IDG 7 Cups Hub / by BigBear525
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November 8th, 2025
...See more Many struggle with racing thoughts or emotional overstimulation. The concept of presence encourages us to slow down, notice and connect with what’s happening within and around us. Take a moment to reflect and respond to the following questions: * When you feel mentally overstimulated, what helps you return to the present moment? * How do you notice when your body is signaling stress or calm? I look forward to your replies, BigBear525
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He's very engaged, calm and caring. Best listener on here. Thank you so much 💓
Gd listener!
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Awesome and very much interested my first time though
Such a great listener. Very balanced and respectful.
Great person to talk to.
Very kind listener. Give him a chance to help you
Amazing listener! He's easy to open up to, and holds the conversation in a very caring and engaged way. Responses are carefully articulated and thoughtful, and help you explore the root of your feelings and experiences. Highly recommend!
Very willing to to listen when just needing someone to vent to!
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