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Listener - Helper 1

Listener Rating
4.5 star rating

I won't be able to see you smile, hear you laugh, or observe your anxiety and depression melt away, but knowing that simply listening to you rids the world of a tiny bit of sorrow is the best reward. I am a optimistic extrovert with enough energy and self-motivation to conquer my little world... But my best efforts at helping others will help no one if I fail to listen. Listening to your struggles, whether they be day to day challenges or life obstacles helps get me out of my own self-centered little world. I love the concept of this site and I firmly believe I am on this earth to help complete strangers and strangers will help me in ways they will never know.

I am a sociology major hoping to pursue a career as a career resource specialist or recreation therapist. I am from Chicago, but I live in Miami now. I am the eldest of 6 children, two of whom are adopted from Ethiopia. I am passionate about volunteering abroad and recently returned from an orphanage in Ethiopia. I am self-employed as a swim instructor, personal trainer, house cleaner, and children's fitness instructor.

"In the past, it didn't matter that my bottom wasn't living under a bridge, it matters where I was heading and the dark place my head was in. Today It doesn't matter where I've been, it matters where I am going one day at a time. Your bottom is when you stop digging."

I am a recovering alcoholic and addict with a history of eating disorders and depression. I also have severe general anxiety and OCD tendencies. I am serene today knowing that I am gaining self-awareness, selflessness, and gratitude. I am spiritual but not religious. I am a friend of bill W and of myself today. I hope you will feel called to chat with me if my listening to you will help both of us!!

Number of Ratings: 20
Number of Reviews: 6
Listens to Over 18
Languages English
Listener Since Aug 27, 2015
Last Active over 6 months ago
Gender Female
Progress Path Step 21
Cheers 3,917
People Helped 29
Chats 59
Group Support Chats 0
Listener Group Chats 0
Forum Posts 15
Forum Upvotes 12
Categories
Depression
Managing Emotions
Work Stress
Bullying
Eating Disorder
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Anxiety
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
Family Stress
Growth Path Timeline
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 19, September 28th, 2015
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 18, September 21st, 2015
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 14, September 11th, 2015
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 13, September 10th, 2015
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 12, September 10th, 2015
  • Exercise completed!
    Emotional Wellness Test
    Completed step number is 11, September 8th, 2015

Feedback & Reviews
She took the time to get to know me and she really tried to understand my situation. She was very relatable and really helped me clear my head. Thank you so much!
Gave me the space I needed to express my concerns. Thank you!
Had fun talking :)
Was feeling really lonely but felt like I had a good friend to talk to
Thank you very much
Useful tysm
Simply the best
Thank you for the support...
Badges & Awards
Magnet Jester of Smiles Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders Managing Emotions Panic Attacks Surviving Breakups Alcohol & Drug Abuse Family Support Cultural Diversity Chronic Pain Psychological First Aid Family Stress Exercise Motivation ACT Therapy Affirmative Reflection Chat & Text Listening Ace Active Listening Perinatal Schizophrenia Social Anxiety 2nd Birthday Party Loyal Friend Tick Tock Fellow Friend Five Steps Hang 10
Questions Answered
How can I help people in other countries?
September 24th, 2015 1:26am How can I get over my anxiety or fear of driving on highways?
September 24th, 2015 1:25am Why can't I tell myself it's not my fault?
September 22nd, 2015 6:58pm