Hi! Thanks for stopping by my profile. Like all listeners I guess, I'm glad you're here. Let's have a chat about whatever is on your mind.

There are several different kinds of listeners on this site. Some like to support you by helping you find other sources of support, and encouraging you to make use of them. Others tend to focus more on the listening aspect, supporting you by simply chatting about your life. I'm a big believer in this second option. I do discuss strategies and such to help you deal with your issues, as well as helping you get the support you need, but that's all not as important as allowing you to talk and taking an interest in your life. Believe me, this really does work. Everyone has an amazing story to tell, and you are no exception. There's my little thesis on 7cups anyway!

Some quick tips:
1. If you're not a member, I highly recommend becoming one!
2. When you're chatting, I find it helps most people if they can focus on the chat rather than face too many distractions. If you can, try to make a decent amount of time for yourself.
3. Think of me more like a friend than a listener.
4. I get emails whenever I get an offline message, and my phone makes a loud noise when I get an email. Even if it's the middle of the night my timezone, I can assure you, your message WILL be heard immediately! And probably responded to soonish as well.

My availability:
I can often make time for people if I know about it well enough in advance. Bear in mind that I live in New Zealand though. Awkward timezone. Because I don't like to chat to multiple peeps at once, I try not to let my chats drag on forever, but I will stay long enough give you the attention you need and schedule another appointment if you'd like one. Sometimes I also mark myself as offline because I'm busy and I don't want to take new requests right now. Don't be concerned, I'm still there, just hiding.

I hope I can be useful to some of you! :D