Hi! My name is Sage, and I'm a trained active listener on 7 Cups. I'm glad you're here. I've been a listener since 2015 with several brief intermittent hiatuses due to personal issues. I really enjoy supporting other people with whatever crisis they're experiencing because I've been there, I understand how hard it is, and I am living proof that it gets better. In the past I've worked as an EMT and a direct support staff at a group home, so my career has also strengthened my passion for helping people. My primary areas of expertise are addiction, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, eating disorders, family problems, financial stress/homelessness, LGBTQ+ issues, loneliness, trauma, self esteem, self harm, and sleep problems. However, I am always willing to help with other issues you may be facing, too. Once again, I'm glad you're here, and I hope you get the support you need. I look forward to chatting with you. If I'm unavailable, send me a private message and I'll get back to you ASAP. Please stay safe and be kind to yourself.