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🌹 Welcome to August: Celebrating Resilience & Hope! 🌹
by Angelanj
Last post
 September 1st
...See more "You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it." — Maya Angelou To Our Newcomers: A warm, heartfelt welcome to you! We're so glad you're here and part of our caring community. Whether you're seeking support, connection, or a safe space to share, you belong here. ♥️  To Our Returning Members: It’s wonderful to have you back! Your presence and kindness make this community stronger. Thank you for being here.  ❤️ This August, we honor Never Give Up Day (August 18th), a reminder of the incredible strength we carry, even on the hardest days. Let’s celebrate resilience, hope, and the power of lifting each other up.   🌈 Monthly Prompts & Activities: 1️⃣ Share Your Comeback Story – Tell us about a time you kept going, even when things felt impossible. Your strength inspires others!   2️⃣ Encourage a Fellow Member – Leave a kind note or supportive message for someone who might need a boost.   3️⃣ Self-Care Challenge – Try one small act of self-kindness each day (e.g., a walk, journaling, or a mindful break).   4️⃣ Never Give Up Playlist – Share songs that motivate you to push through hard times.   Let’s make this month a reminder that no one walks alone. Every step forward—no matter how small, is worth celebrating. We’re so grateful you’re here with us! ♥️  Gentle Reminder: You matter. You’re valued. And you’re never alone. 🌹
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A Belated Welcome to May: Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
by Angelanj
Last post
 July 7th
...See more "Little by little, a little becomes a lot." – Tanzanian Proverb 🌱 Hello everyone, Welcome to newcomers and returning members of the depression support community. Whether you just joined or are coming back after time away, you belong here. 💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. First, I want to sincerely apologize for this late post. This month carries such an important message, and it's one worth sharing no matter the date. Even as we move further into the month, the focus remains the same: the courage to keep going, the power of small actions, and the hope that tiny joys can still reach us. This month's prompt: Create a Dopamine Menu 🍏: What is a Dopamine Menu? A Dopamenu is a simple tool to help you boost your mood and motivation. Just like a food menu, it gives you choices. You pick activities based on how much time and energy you have. The goal is to help your brain release dopamine or the "feel-good" chemical, without pressure or perfection. Blank Template : Example of Dopamenu 🍈: How to Use your Dopamine Menu : Step 1: Print or save the blank template. Step 2: Fill in each section with your own ideas. Use the example for inspiration. Step 3: When you feel stuck, pick one thing from your menu. Start with a Starter if you're really low. Step 4: Do it. No pressure to finish. No guilt if you stop early. Step 5: Repeat whenever you need a boost. Feel free to share your Dopamine Menu in the comments! Sending love and light, Angelanj 
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Your Poem...
by EmmaE
Last post
 May 23rd
...See more Hi everyone, I came across this poem prompt and thought I'd share it here if anyone would like to try! ------------------------- My Poem (Title) My name is (name). Today I feel like a/an (adjective) (noun) (verb)ing in the (noun). Sometimes I am a/an (noun) Sometimes I am a/an (noun) But always I am (adjective). I ask the world, "(question)?" And the answer is a/an (repeat your words from line 2). ------------------------- If you’d like to join the depression support team, please check out THIS POST [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/SubcommunityHelpWanted_2306/HelpWantedDepressionSupport2023_295219/] for more information. To join our tag list and receive notifications, click HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/DepressionSupportCommunity_52/DepressionSupportLeadershipTeam_404/NEWautomateddepressionsupporttaglist_274831/].
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August Check in 🔥
by Minimum00
Last post
 August 24th
...See more This August has truly been an explosive time for me. In my culture, the number 8 represents boundless potential; turn it sideways, and it becomes the symbol of infinity. I am not sure if your culture shares this view, but for me, it signifies a powerful, fiery 🔥 energy. It is time to clear away the clutter, things that no longer fit or cannot accompany us on the journey ahead, thereby easing the pain of letting go. What's your 🔥 this month?
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Depression Support Taglist Updating Thread
by EmmaE
Last post
 May 23rd
...See more This thread allows us to compile an updated taglist for sending notifications of check-ins and event articles. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words: Please add me To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words: Please remove me
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Happy Mother's day and May check-in, 2026
by Minimum00
Last post
 May 10th
...See more Hello everyone, I hope you all are well. This month has so many exams for teens and extremely hot weather. Besides so many challenges, we still have a small place to keep our hearts warm every day. This is a Depression Forum [https://www.7cups.com/forum/depression/]. Thank you to the new subscribers as well as the old ones. Just for fun: If you had a time machine, what year would you travel to? 
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🌱 Gentle Reminder for Today 🌱
by calmlighthouse
Last post
 April 19th
...See more Depression can make even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming. But every step you take, even the tiniest one, is a victory worth celebrating. 💙 Today, I want to invite you to share one small thing you’ve done for yourself. It could be as simple as drinking a glass of water, sending a text to a friend, or just getting out of bed. ✨ Remember: healing isn’t about huge leaps, it’s about little steps that add up over time. 👉 What’s one small win you had today? Share it below, you might inspire someone else who needs a bit of light. 💫
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🌿🌿April Check-in🌿🌿
by Minimum00
Last post
 April 16th
...See more Welcome, new subscribers to the Depression Forum. Thank you to those who stay in this sub-community. I'm Minionn, a new Forum Supporter. I'm happy to serve in a forum I like and listen to depressed people. This month, the question for welcoming: What's one of your favorite childhood memories?
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Mental Health Check-In 🧠💗
by Angelanj
Last post
 May 12th, 2025
...See more Hey everyone! Use one of the emojis to share how you are feeling. Drop the heart in the replies that relates to your current status. Sending love and light your way! - Angelanj 💗🫂
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How is everyone doing today?
by NoName0501
Last post
 August 28th, 2024
...See more How's it going everybody? Hope you guys are doing okay : ))
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Break inertia with a Buddy
by HealingTalk
Last post
 April 9th, 2024
...See more In Depression the very things that are likely to improve our mood and make us feel better, such as exercise, social connections, and engaging in enjoyable activities, are often the things that depression makes most difficult to do. Depression can cause low energy, lack of motivation, and social withdrawal. These can make it difficult to engage in activities that require physical or emotional effort, such as exercising or socializing. In this way, depression can create a negative cycle, where a lack of engagement in positive activities leads to worsening mood and motivation, which in turn reinforces a lack of engagement. We know that some things are helpful against Depression, like going for a walk, exposure to sunlight, or spending time in uplifting activities, but the very thought of doing them may feel overwhelming. This can create a sense of frustration or guilt, which further reinforces negative beliefs about one's ability to engage in positive activities. An effective way, backed by science, to break this negative cycle and establish useful habits against Depression, is to tell regularly someone how you are doing in establishing these habits. to help break the inertia and establish healthful habits you might team up with a buddy, define a goal (like walking, exercising, or socializing often) and report regularly your progress to your "accountability Buddy". Find a Buddy in the Pen Pal Community HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/penpals/] !
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How you feeling today?
by Kmm25
Last post
 November 17th, 2023
...See more I wanna know about you
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Depression Support Check-In: August 1st - 15th 2023
by MeaningfulSilence
Last post
 September 1st, 2023
...See more A big hello to every member of our community!.... and to everyone popping up on here 😊 Here we are with a new month, wishing you a good August 🌸 * how is your summer so far? * did you discover any pleasant or useful routine during summer time? * what's your plan for the month? (To receive check-in notifications, press HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/DepressionSupportCommunity_52/DepressionSupportLeadershipTeam_404/NEWautomateddepressionsupporttaglist_274831/])
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Forgiveness: Group Chat and Forum Discussion
by HealingTalk
Last post
 July 29th, 2023
...See more This Discussion is part of the "Forgiveness" monthly event by the Depression Support Community. ------------------------- Join us for a Group Chat session on Forgiveness this Saturday 29 of July at 5 pm ET in the Depression Support Room (Adults). ------------------------- The power of Forgiveness Forgiveness can be a powerful help for dealing with depression. However, it is very a personal decision, and might be a challenging process. It may not be possible or appropriate in all circumstances. And, while it always will imply moving out of your "comfort zone", it should never be forced nor rushed. If you find it possible and appropriate, some benefits of practicing Forgiveness might be: Reducing resentment and anger: Holding onto grudges and resentment can be emotionally draining and can contribute to feelings of anger and frustration. By practicing forgiveness, we can let go of these negative emotions, leading to a sense of emotional relief. Stop obsessing with negative memories: Sometimes we dwell on thoughts about negative past events involving people who might have hurt us. Forgiveness can help break this cycle by shifting the focus away from past grievances and towards our present, prioritizing our healing path over keeping those grudges and grievances. Lowering stress and anxiety: Carrying the burden of unresolved conflicts or holding grudges can increase stress and anxiety. Forgiveness can promote a greater sense of inner peace, which can be helpful in managing depression. Improving relationships: Unresolved conflicts and harbored resentments can strain relationships and our support networks. By practicing forgiveness, we can improve relationships with people around us and create a more supportive environment, which can improve our mental health. Promoting personal growth and resilience: Forgiving others and oneself can be very empowering. It might help us feel in control instead of helpless victims, and develop resilience in the face of adversity. ------------------------- Come to share your opinions and experiences on Forgiveness in our Group Chat, this Saturday 29 of July at 5 pm ET in the Depression Support Room (Adults) ------------------------- The ideas and materials for organizing this Group Support chat session were prepared by @MeaningfulSilence Thank you, Silence! ------------------------- See you there! Marcelo. -------------------------
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Depression Support Check-In: July 7-21 2023
by MeaningfulSilence
Last post
 July 15th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! 🌸 I'm glad to be here to check how you are doing 💙 Today it's Friday, so I was thinking how important it is to relax after a busy week or when we experience low energy: relaxation is not just to release the accumulated stress but also a type of self-care that is good for our body and our mind. * how are you doing lately? * what is your favorite way to relax? * would you like to try new ways to relax? what could they be? (image description: a hammock hanging from a tree in front of a lake during sunset with a pine forest in the background) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To receive check-in notifications, press HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/DepressionSupportCommunity_52/DepressionSupportLeadershipTeam_404/NEWautomateddepressionsupporttaglist_274831/] Community taglist tagged (after posted, taglist was deleted by HealingTalk to make the post shorter on the phone app).

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Community Resources

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- 9 Types of Depression and How To Recognize Them 

- You don't have to understand, you just have to be present by @MarianaFilipaSouza6

A beautiful testament to the nature of depression

- Rethink Mental Illness: Depression

Basic information and facts

- Resource Masterpost by @Sealiously

A plethora of amazing links

- Depression Self Help Guide

Discover some ways to help manage what you're going through

- Safety Plan

Here's a safety plan for those who are passively suicidal. Your life is important

- Resources to Help Manage Depression

A collection of helpful links for more information and support

- Depression Community Path

A path that helps guide you through dealing with depression on a day to day basis


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