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Emirson2018

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Number of ratings18 Number of reviews14 Listens toOver 18 LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish Listener sinceDec 25, 2017 Last activeover 6 months ago GenderMale PathStep 54 People helped25 Chats61 Group support chats171 Listener group chats604 Forum posts394 Forum upvotes805

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YESTERDAY IS NOT OURS TO RECOVER... BUT TOMORROW IS OURS TO WIN OR LOSE!
I am currently not able to do live chats due to other responsibilities on and off 7 cups. However if you'd like to chat, don't hesitate to send me a message and I'll do my best to get back to you!
NOTE: I get many PMs every day and while I really try to get back to everyone, it doesn't always happen. If I don't respond to you within 36 hours, please PM me again - I promise I am not trying to ignore anybody, I just have a lot to catch up on!

Hey I'm Emirson! Or Mason, that's my middle name. I struggle with anxiety, but I've learned to use it to my advantage. It never completely goes away, but it gets better. I get nervous, I feel butterflies, but those are all good signs that I'm ready for the moment. Don't be afraid to fail - after all, you miss every shot you don't take. 18 years of constantly being doubted awakened that competitive spirit in me. I hate watching something happen from the sideline and not being able to do anything- it's the most frustrating thing ever. If there are 2 seconds left in the game and we're down 3 points, I will shoot a three pointer. I would rather miss than not try at all. That's just the way I am. And I hate winning by default :)
I am a HUGE basketball fan, for those who don't know this already! I'm a varsity player, 5-time MVP In my rec league, and about to be committed to a college for basketball.
I WILL ONLY STOP COMPETING WHEN MY HEART STOPS BEATING!!

I am a part of the 7 cups Translation Project, Teen Only Zone leader, LGBTQ+ and Support+ discussion leader, and a chatroom moderator :)

*I'm Christian (Protestant, to be specific) but I won't mention it unless you ask*

I'm not the best listener on here by any means but I do my best

"It's just like being down 20 points at halftime! There's still time left... turn the game around." -Emirson Q.

"If you keep playing, you're unguardable... If you quit, you're defeated." -Emirson Q.

"How do you make a three pointer? I'll tell you the only way NOT to make it: not trying." -Emirson Q.

"I can't say I'm a good loser... I'm not. But I know how to lose with dignity." -Emirson Q.

"If you see a defender in front of you - go around him, push him out, if all else fails foul him... the worst thing you can do is stop." -Emirson Q.

Some of my fav quotes:

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LOVE WINS!

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End the stigma. Start the conversation

General Support / by Emirson2018

July 20th, 2020

...See more Many of us have been physically injured before. And when asked, "Have you ever broken a bone?" or "Have you ever torn a lingament or pulled a muscle really badly?" we tend to be honest. At least I am. I broke my ankle in 7th grade. I'd torn my ACL as a freshman. We all have been physically sick before. And when asked, "Did you catch the flu this season?" or "Have you ever had a stomach bug?" most of us answer truthfully. Yes, I caught the flu. Yes, I had really bad food poisoning a while ago. But when asked, "Do you have anxiety/ depression/ PTSD/ OCD, etc.?" a lot of us hesitate before answering or just flat-out lie. I'm not an exception. When my health teacher asked if anybody in our class had a mental illness, I didn't raise my hand. The truth is, I've been diagnosed with anxiety, PTSD and OCD but I didn't raise my hand. I didn't do it because... well, the stigma around mental health. Somehow, many of us are looked down at or seen as weak when we admit to struggling with a mental illness. Which to me seems completely ridiculous, but it's a thing. There are many factors that can cause a mental illness in someone, such as childhood trauma (domestic violence, neglect), history of abuse (both emotional and physical), head injuries (such as concussions), chemical imbalances, hereditary traits, and others. Our brain is an organ, just like a liver, a heart, or any other body part. It can get sick too. Those things are not within a person's control. I'm going to say it loud and clear.... A mental illness is not a person's fault! But because of that stigma, many of us are afraid to admit we're struggling because we don't want to be judged. We don't want our mental illness to be used as a weapon against us by someone. We don't want to be seen as weak or crazy. So, we don't talk about it, which only adds on to the stigma, and the cycle continues. I've struggled with mental illnesses all my life, but in high school espcially. Now, a few things about my high school experience: I have a great brother who's in college. I have a 3.9 GPA. I'm a three-time letterman in basketball. I was the captain of the varsity basketball team. I was socially accepted. I've dated a few people. I received many awards for community service, outstanding academic performance, and athletic excellence. From the outside, my life seemed perfect. What could I possibly be missing, right? But what most people didn't know is I'd know I'm about to have a panic attack and run out of the classroom or the gym, saying I have a bathroom emergency. What most people don't know is that sometimes I'd lay awake for hours at night because anxiety got in the way of my sleep schedule. What most people don't know is sometimes I'd have a flashback and say I just had a bad dream or remembered the lyrics of a sad song. Sometimes I'd look in the mirror and hate my own reflection. Sometimes my hands would start to shake and I'd try so hard not to lose my cool. At times, I'd get so nervous before a game that I'd literally start to hyperventilate. Eventually it got to the point where I would pass out from exhaustion in class or even in the middle of the hallway. But 99% of people didn't know any of that. Because, man, I was a student athlete. I was the basketball captain. I was supposed to be perfect. No way someone like me could be struggling....right? Wrong. Totally wrong. And then the whole thing with social media makes it worse. I have social media too. And when I look through my instagram feed, or snapchat stories, all I see is people living their best life. People smiling at the camera even when they're falling apart inside. People bragging about their accomplishments even when they're stressed about their grades, or money, or a job interview they feel totally unprepared for. We see what others want us to see. We only see the tip of the iceberg. Moral of the story: Let's make a point of being kind to those around us. We don't see what we don't see, We don't know what we don't know. Someone can be smiling but falling apart inside. Someone can act confident, but be totally faking it and hate themselves on the inside. Everyone we meet is fighting a battle we know nothing about. So let's end the stigma and start the conversation! Lots of love, Emirson

To the kid who got cut from a team

Hobby Zone / by Emirson2018

August 1st, 2020

...See more To all my amazing athletes who had been another victim of tryouts, I feel you. I know you are probably hurt and confused, and have a hundred questions running through your mind. What did I do wrong? Why did I get cut? Why does Coach only seem to be watching when I mess up? Why wasn't I good enough? I've made the team the last couple of years - why is this year different? Why didn't he/ she give me a chance? I've been there. I hadn't been cut for six years...until this year. I know how it feels, and I'm standing with you. Being discouraged is only natural. You had your heart set on a goal, and somehow you fell short somewhere. Whether you are in middle school, high school, or even college...whether it's the first time you've been cut or you've been cut before... it hurts just the same. And I understand that. We all have different goals in life. Many kids participate in sports to have fun and make friends. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with that! It really is a great way to be involved, stay active, and make new friends. But for some of us, myself included, sports mean a lot more than just another activity. They are a big part of who we are. They are an escape from troubles at school, domestic violence, and other issues in life. Being on the court, or the field, or the track, or the pool etc., is where we feel the most comfortable. Something I always say is, "Home is where basketball is." It is not just a game. It will never be just a game. Some of us even have dreams of playing professionally. (wink wink!) So this one is for you, for every single student-athlete out there who can't imagine their life without sports in it... and who somehow got cut. I see you. I hear you. I know what it's like. I am about to sound like a parent for a second, and I'm really not trying to. But... You are a star. You are an inspiration to many, whether you know it or not. You came so far and fought through many obstacles. You are a role model. You are good enough, whether your coach thinks so or not. Don't give up. Not yet. Something many of us forget, and something I certainly forgot, is that coaches are human. They are not perfect! They miss things. They make mistakes. They lose their temper when they shouldn't. They pay attention to the wrong things sometimes. It's going to happen at one point. And at the end of the day, the coach's decision is just an opinion. That's all it is. An opinion. I know it might be hard to hear, but don't let one person's opinion define you. And tryouts... Tryouts are by far not the best way to find out who's the best fit for the team. At my school, tryouts are just 2 hours. And just like the coaches are human, so are the players. It's possible to have a bad day on the day of tryouts and not perform as well as you would have otherwise. It's possible to be sick and not feel well on the day of tryouts and not perform as well as you would have otherwise. It is very possible to be nervous and have that anxiety prevent you from doing yopur best. So many things can happen. And just like an exam is not always an accurate reflection of your knowledge, neither are tryouts. Tryouts are not always an accurate reflection of your abilities. My school hired a new basketball coach this year. He didn't know any of us. He didn't know the returning players. He didn't know the freshman players. We were all just another name to him. I've been playing for 10 years. I am a 5-time MVP of my local rec league. I have decent ball handling. I can pass. I had 89% field goal accuracy and 73% accuracy from the three-point line last year. I can dunk.. I'm not the best at it but I've done it in a game multiple times. I averaged 27 points, 9 assists, and 7 steals per game last year. I was 90% certain I was going to make varsity this year. I mean, how could I not? I'm obviously a good player. And then tryouts happened. I could have done a lot better but I didn't, due to outside factors like having my wisdom teeth surgery the day before and being tired because I couldn't sleep the night before tryouts, I was that nervous. I did alright... sort of. I wasn't a star but I didn't struggle too much. I didn't make the team. And, I'm going to be completely honest, it devastated me. Moral of the story: good players get cut all the time! If you've been cut, that doesn't mean you aren't good enough. The coach thought you aren't good enough, but it's not a fact - it's an opinion. Getting cut doesn't necessarily mean the end of a dream. Take your time and recover, it won't be quick, it won't be easy - be patient with yourself. Take as much time as you need. But after that, go out and look for new opportunities. Transfer to a different school if you have to. Play for a local rec team. Try out for a travel team. Ask older players to help you improve your skills. Do what you have to do. It might seem like an end, but I promise you, it's not. It's never over until it's over. I've been cut as a senior. I thought that was it. I thought it was the end. I thought I would never recover. What I found out is, college coaches understand that good players get cut! Chances are, they've been that player themselves! I reached out to many college coaches, I explained my situation, and a lot of them understood it a lot better than I thought they would. I wanted to play for UConn. I did not get a chance to play for UConn. I didn't get my first choice but I am going to a Division 1 school on a full-ride basketball scholarship. The tables have turned! I won in the end. Don't take no for an answer. You will hear a lot of no's in life. Prove them wrong! Try different, try again. Whatever you do, don't give up. And if you ever need to talk, my PMs are open for you. Keep fighting! It's never over! Lots of love, Emirson

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best listener everrr!

I'm not surprised that everyone here loves him. Emirson is one of the best people I've met on 7cups. Always laid-back, sweet, non-judgmental, and I love his spirit. He just has this special spark of hope and optimism in every message that he sends! You're literally a saint Emirson. We need more guys like you in the world

He's awesome :)

Mason such a sweetheart. He asked me questions without judging, assuming or making me feel ashamed. I felt safe talking to him

Cool guy and yeah

He is an amazing person he's so welcoming friendly it felt like I'm talking to a friend an really good one I love u and I wish u the best u helped me thank u so much 💖💖

thank you for everything you’ve done for me Mas!!! you’re such a kind, caring and wonderful guy! when I first read your bio, I thought “he’s an athlete, he’s one of *those* he’s just going to tell me to get over it” but you proved me completely wrong 💙 I recommend talking to him 100%, he doesn’t know everything but he does his absolute best to understand

he’s so good. he really cares, not just gives standard responses. before I talked to him, I always thought being afraid is a shame. Mason taught me otherwise..he showed me that real bravery is being terrified but not quitting

I don’t know if it’s just me, but something about his presence is just calming. Talking to him was like talking to an older brother I never had. When I started talking to him, I was crying but now I feel way better! Instead of just pitying, he tries to understand

Mas is an all-around amazing listener! He’s really sweet, caring, and positive! ❤️ I don’t trust a lot of people but it was very hard not to trust Mas. He put a smile on my face because he was really understanding, didn’t sugarcoat things but at the same time gave me hope! 💜 He’s professional but at the same time he’s chill, funny and so dedicated to basketball it’s freaking adorableeee! He made me feel relaxed and like someone actually cares. The world needs more guys like Mas 😁

He answered quickly, didn’t judge me, and made me feel safe. When he first picked up my request, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but he made me feel like he cares! Thank you so much, man, I know you’ll change the world some day

You’re the real MVP Emirson! I love how cool and laid back you are, while also being sweet and caring. Thank you for everything

You're one of a kind, Emirson - so nice, patient and laid back. And your basketball references are the best. Overall great chat

I really appreciate it Emirson... I happened to message you right after you lost a game, I'm so sorry. YET, you replied right away and you listened to me, and you didn't get frustrated, and you inspired me by your incredible story. If I had to face everything you had to face, I'm not sure I'd even be here. You gave me hope again... THANK YOU FOR THAT.

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