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                                                                                           Hello! :) My pronouns are they / them. Usually my listening time will be around an hour. If you are contacting me, please let me know in a few words what our conversation will be about. I will let you know if I can support you with this topic. Feel free to message me.                 /\         /\                (   \ 🌱/    )             . / o     -     o  \.             / /    _____         \ \         /  |  ⎛ ^  ^  ^      ⎞    | \         し|  |  ^  ^  ^  ^  |    | ل             ⎝  ⎝_______     ⎠    ⎠ How to find a good listener: https://rarelycharlie.github.io/howto/find-listener. Please do not message me from a listener account to chat about personal issues. Use a member account for that.

"Birds sing after a storm. Why shouldn't people feel as free to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them?"  - Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy ------------------------- THIS IS A SAFE CORNER 🍏 °❀.࿔ Harness the flow of the universe...Attain inner peace! °❀.࿔ Master yourself Face your fears and struggles Develop coping skills to overcome them Seek guidance & kindly consider this a safe space where you can freely and confidentially express your problems without judgement ദ്ദി◝ ⩊ ◜.ᐟ ------------------------- A LITTLE ABOUT ME 👛 Twenty-something from somewhere near the Equator where the weather is often warm. I like to stay at home and prefer quiet places.  I am here to listen! ------------------------- [Community Track Internship Graduate with Honors; Leadership Development Program Graduate with Honors; Quality Listening Program Graduate with Honors; Safety Patrol]

🌸 I regret that I am currently unavailable to take new member chats. If we have chatted in the past, you may leave me a message, however there may be some delay in my reply 🌸 Hi, I'm Faerie, 🧚‍♀️ & I'm glad you found me here on 7cups I would like the opportunity to "hold your hand" through whatever subject you need help with, whether light or heavy. I will take the time to listen, without judgement. I'm a verified listener here, in the "35+" age group, & I have experience working with adolescents & adults, (including LGBTQIA+), professionally, & in volunteer positions. I have experience with a wide range of topics, including family issues, relationship issues, dv, rape, abuse, painful breakups, disabilities, homelessness, chronic pain, addictions & other speed-bumps/road-blocks that life throws us, often when least expected. I enjoy cooking, reading, painting (watercolors and sometimes acrylic), writing creatively, being independent, having picnics outside, music (of all different genres) & sci-fi, among many other things. Welcome! I look forward to meeting you! "Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion". Buddha If my status icon is Red 🔴 I am currently unavailable and I will try to return your message as soon as possible but it could take a while. Please allow for up to 72 hours and occasionally longer.  If my status icon is Orange 🟠 I am busy with another member or with other roles here. I will return your message as soon as possible but it may take an hour or two If my status icon is Green 🟢 I am available and should return your message shortly My Roles at Cups • Listener • Sharing Circle Host (assigned session is Mondays at 10 am EST and I also host on-spot sessions as I'm able) • Community Leader - Newbie Hub • Women's Circle Discussion Group Host 💗The Women’s Circle is a weekly group discussion where we reflect, share, and support one another on topics related to women’s issues and lived experiences. You’re welcome to join in the conversation — or simply listen if that feels better 💗 🌷The Women’s Circle is held every Saturday at 10 AM EDT (with occasional exceptions), in the Support Session Room for adults.🌷 🌸If you have any questions about the Women's Circle, are interested in co-hosting opportunities, or have ideas for topics to discuss, please contact me directly or respond to the relevant posts in the forum 🌸 📢 Upcoming sessions are announced here:  🔗 https://www.7cups.com/forum/women/AnnouncementsEvents_2508/ 🔔 Want to stay updated? Join the tag list to receive notifications when the next session is announced (plus up to 2 community posts per week):  🔗 https://www.7cups.com/forum/women/AnnouncementsEvents_2508/WomensIssuesCommunityTaglistStayUpdated_298057 Past Roles: • Adult - Teen Listener (past) • Peer Support (past) • Chat Support (past) Special thanks and cheers to my bubbly, energetic listener twin from down under @bouncyCandy4246 (bouncyCandy4246 is not currently taking new members)

My name is Cynthia. Mental wellness is something I have always been very passionate about. I have a deep and abiding interest in the well-being of others and I understand that mental health is a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being that allows individuals to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives. From my experience over the years, I have seen how various mental illnesses have affected the lives of individuals and their loved ones. My passion for mental health has mostly been shaped by personal experiences, as well as exposure to the challenges faced by those struggling with mental health issues. I have seen the impact of untreated mental illness on friends, and family members, I have also witnessed the stigma that can surround mental health and the negative impact it can have on those who are struggling hence, I am deeply committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those that have struggled.

Hi there! I'm Space and I’m passionate about focusing on the things in life that bring joy, comfort, and good energy. I'm in my 40's and I'm an old fashioned country gal. I love to bake sweets and breads. I have 4 cats and at the moment 30 chickens. I have a lot of lived experience but I dont know everything. I know a little bit about a lot of things. Every day may not be good, but theres something good in every day! My lived experience includes the following topics:                                        * Addiction                                                                               * Drug Abuse                                                                          * Recovery                                                                               * Anxiety                                                                            * Mood Disorder * Depression * Domestic Violence * PTSD * Social Anxiety  Topics I'd rather not discuss Include:   * Foster Care * Self Harm * Mens Issues * Racial/ Cultural Identity I believe everyone deserves a safe, non-judgmental space to unpack their thoughts. Whether you are dealing with a tough day or just need a warm, supportive person to listen, I am here to offer a kind ear. Let's take things one step at a time!

Hi! I'm someone who has experienced my own struggles with mental health, including schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms and a lot of compound trauma. These experiences have shaped my interest in psychology and my understanding of how complex the human mind can be. I know that mental health struggles can sometimes be difficult to explain, and that being understood isn't always easy. Sometimes, we don't need someone to give us advice or tell us what to do. We simply need someone willing to listen without judgment. As a listener, I hope to provide a safe, respectful, and supportive space where you can talk about your experiences at your own pace. I may not understand everything you have been through, but I'll do my best to listen with an open mind and understand your perspective. I believe that people are more than their struggles, and that everyone deserves to be heard with dignity and compassion. You don't have to pretend to be okay here.

I m currently actively managing a community, so it is difficult for me to be available for 1-1 chat. If you wish to have conversation/ discussion then please be patient with me, as i m not available all the time. Otherwise You may contact any other listener. Thank you. Overthinking is like a swamp — the more a person gets trapped in the same thought, the deeper they continue to sink. If you hold a glass 🥛 in your hand, keeping it for one minute feels easy. But if you keep holding the same glass for an hour, your arm starts to go numb. The same is true for worries and problems. Thinking about an issue for a few moments is wisdom, but keeping it constantly on your mind weakens a person’s courage, peace, and ability to make decisions. Peace in life does not come from continuously thinking about everything. It comes from removing unnecessary burdens from the mind and taking practical steps. When a person learns to “put the glass down,” the burden naturally begins to feel lighter. 📖 Extract from "The Art of Not Overthinking"

I have always believed that foundations matter more than appearances. I grew up in a world where things were built by hand and understood from the inside out. That instinct never left me. Whether machines or ideas, I care about structure — about what holds something together when time tests it. Memory has become important to me. The past feels solid, almost physical. It reminds me that time reshapes everything, and that if something is to endure, it must be built with intention. I value discipline, privacy, and quiet strength. I believe clarity reduces chaos, and that refinement is a lifelong practice. I am still building — systems, stories, and meaning — and I suspect that the work itself is the point.

Hello i found this place when I was looking for someone to talk to, but then I decided to become a listener because what makes me feel more human is when I help someone even by just listening because I know how it feels when you need to be heard. I can’t solve your problems but I will do my best to make you feel better.

Fluent in anxiety, panic, and finding the funny moments hidden inside life’s most chaotic chapters. Surviving plenty of personal twists and turns over the years has left a premium supply of genuine kindness and deep consideration to share. Need a safe space to vent, slow down, and breathe? Step right up. Whether navigating overwhelming stress or just having a wild day, offering a deeply empathetic, considerate, and calming anchor is the top priority here. Safe space, deep empathy, and absolute zero judgment. Whenever you're ready to unpack the noise, let's take a breath and figure it out together.

Currently not accepting new member chats due to academic commitments    ִֶָ ˚₊⚝──⭒─⭑─⭒──⚝. ˚₊  ✧˚ ⋆｡˚ ˖ Healing begins with being heard ˖ ⋆｡˚ ✧ ˚　　 ✦　　　.　　. 　 ˚　.　　　 . ✦　　˚　　 .      ★⋆. ✦     .   　　˚　✭　 　　*　　　✦　　　                        Hiiiee there!!!        I’m so glad you found your way here. ˚ʚ♡ɞ˚ Welcome to a calm space where your voice matters and your feelings are safe. This is a place to rest your thoughts, breathe, and just be ... no pressure, no judgment, just presence and understanding. 🤍☁️    ━━━✰━━━  About Me ━━━✰━━━  I’ve always been drawn to helping others, not with advice, but through empathy, quiet understanding, and genuine care. In school, people called me a motivational speaker, but I never did it for attention. I did it for the ones who felt unseen, anxious, or broken because I’ve been there too. ♡𓂃 ࣪ ִֶָ☾ “There is no small act of kindness. Every caring word heals a little.” ✧☁☂︎ Right now, I’m on the path of studying mental health and healing, but here, I’m simply your listener .... your friend in empathy, a small light beside you in the storm.  ﾟ☾ ﾟ｡    “Maybe the light you keep searching for is already within you” ꒰ 🕯 ꒱                    -------------------------                                 My Listening Space      ⚝──⭒─꒷♡꒷─⭒──⚝   If your heart feels heavy or your soul feels tired, you can always drop by here.          We’ll talk, breathe, or even sit in silence; whatever you need. ♡               Here, your emotions are not “too much.”                     You are heard, cared for, and safe. ⋆ ✮˚          Sometimes, all we need is someone who truly listens;               not to fix us, but to remind us we’re not broken. 🤍                                You don’t have to carry everything alone.   Even on your quiet days, your existence itself is a form of light. ♡𓂃 ࣪ ִֶָ☾. ------------------------- Topics that I don't take, include   LGBTQ+ issues financial stress relationship stress sexual health (men's and women's issues) I respect people who want to talk about the above-mentioned topics, but I don't feel I can provide the best support they might be looking for - because I lack knowledge in these topics. So, I appreciate you find someone who can support you best (here's the browse listener page https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ where you can find other listeners, you can add more filters while searching to get a best match possible ᵔᴥᵔ ) Activity status  GREEN: I’m online and available for new chats. Feel free to message me, I’d love to support you. ORANGE: I’m online but may be in another chat or some other cups' work. You can still message me, but my response would be slow RED: I’m currently unavailable to take the chat. You’re still welcome to leave a message for when I return. Session info Chats usually last for 45-60 minutes you're also welcome to text me offline; but be mindful that my reply might take 2-3 days so if you're in a need of instant support, you can connect with other amazing listeners ฅ՞•ﻌ•՞ฅ ⭒☆  ━━━   ✰    ━━━  ☆⭒ Crisis case If you're someone who's in crisis then I encourage you to reach out to the helpline. We are listeners and unfortunately we aren't trained to deal with crisis cases. I hope you get the best support you need.  -------------------------    ♡ ༘*.ﾟ💬 My Style 💬 ♡ ༘*.ﾟ ⛧ Calm • Patient • Warm     ⛧ Gentle reflections, never judgment              ⛧ I may not have all the answers, but I’ll stay with you while you find yours ˚✧             𓂃 ˚₊· 𓍯 ♡ Remember ♡ 𓍯 ·₊˚ 𓂃   You matter.  You are loved.             And you are safe here. 🕊️🤍 ⚝ Even in the darkest night, your heart still whispers hope ... softly, but bravely. ⋆ ﾟ☾ ﾟ｡⋆  ─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───  ∧,,,∧ (  ̳• · • ̳)                         /    づ♡ SafeEmbrace :)

Hello, I’m PHOENIX. I believe becoming the Phoenix is rarely a single choice. It's something we grow into, even during difficult times. I’m a trained active listener with a steady interest in psychology and the quiet, complicated places we all carry inside. I’m here to offer a calm, judgement-free space to talk, unpack, vent, reflect, or simply breathe for a while. My Approach I don’t rush. I move at your pace with clarity and respect. I don’t assume. My focus is understanding you, not fixing you. Some conversations are deep. Some are casual. Both are welcome here. Programs Completed: • Verified Active Listener • Quality Listening Program (Honors) 🎓 • Leadership Development Program (Honors) 🎓 I support adults (18+). I'm frequently online, although replies may be slower during working hours. If you reach out, I’ll be here with steadiness and an open mind. ------------------------- “It always seems impossible until it is done.” — Nelson Mandela