Hi there! My name is Lauren, and I'm an active listener with expertise in breakups, relationships/relationship stress, domestic violence, forgiveness, and family stress. I decided to join 7 Cups of Tea because my friends, family, and coworkers come to me with problems quite a bit, and they always tell me I'm a great listener. I've been through a lot (family stress, injuries, forgiveness, and relationships particularly) and persevered, and would like to help those now struggling. Some interests of mine are 80's music, hiking, traveling, playing volleyball, going to cute hole-in-the-wall food places, painting, going to art museums and exhibitions, yoga, and meeting new people. Some of my favorite singers/bands include Bazzi, Frank Valli & the Four Seasons, John Mayer, Enrique Iglesias, Lana Del Rey, Billy Joel, and Foreigner. I am always open to talking, so don't be shy :)