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Are You Ready to Tackle Your Goals? Join the Wellness Accountability Huddle! 🌿
by Heather225
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3 days ago
...See more Are you ready to take your wellness journey to the next level with real community support? Whether you’ve been part of our past challenges or are looking for a fresh start in 2026, we invite you to join the Wellness Accountability Huddle. This is a dedicated, closed group for members and listeners who want to stay consistent with their health and wellness goals, covering everything from physical fitness and nutrition to mindfulness, healing, and emotional balance. What to Expect The Huddle is a structured 5-week journey where we build habits together. Each week features a specific focus: Week 1: Introductions & Vision Setting Week 2: Embracing Goals & Sharing Progress Week 3: The Power of Mindfulness and Self-Care Week 4: Navigating Setbacks with Resilience Week 5: Celebrating Growth & Next Steps To make the most of your experience: * Participate in the group chat at least once a week. * Introduce yourself and your wellness goals in Week 1 (required to confirm your spot). * Be open to sharing your progress, supporting others, and practicing respectful communication. * Follow all 7 Cups chatroom and community guidelines. How to Join To keep this space supportive and focused, this is a closed group for adults (18+). Let’s build healthy habits together. Invites for this group start going out next week, so reserve your spot today! 👉 Sign Up Here! [https://forms.gle/FWJro9iKPKaWTSBt5]👈 Questions? Leave them below! ------------------------- * FAQ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/7CupsHuddles_2394/WellnessAccountabilityHuddleFrequentlyAskedQuestionsFAQ_375491] * 2026 Signup Schedule [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/7CupsHuddles_2394/MarkYourCalendars2026WellnessAccountabilityHuddleSchedule_375489/]
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Accountability Wellness Huddle Support Thread
by AffyAvo
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July 23rd
...See more Need some support achieving your wellness huddle goal? Share here what type of support you need. It could be ieas for breaking down your goal into a smaller step, ideas for reducing a barrier, help with figuring out the SMART structure for your goal or you need some extra encouragement after a setback, etc! We can then offer the support you're seeking.  This is a supplement to the group chat - sometimes a slower pace allows for new ideas to pop up, and it sticks around for all timezones.
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Shared Spaces, Shared Respect: A Reminder on Tolerance & Inclusivity
by Heather225
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July 12th
...See more Hi everyone! 7 Cups is, at its core, a global sanctuary built on empathy, acceptance, and community. We host a wide variety of group chat rooms to ensure that every individual, regardless of their background, struggles, or identity, has a safe place to feel seen and supported. We want to address a situation that occasionally comes up across our platform, particularly within our LGBTQ+ room, regarding how we interact with spaces that might not apply to us. Sometimes, individuals enter a room simply to express discomfort with its presence on their sidebar or to ask how to remove it. Entering any topic-based support room, whether it’s for the LGBTQ+ community, grief support, chronic illness, (etc., to question its visibility can unintentionally disrupt the supportive environment inside. For communities that may already face outside challenges, our rooms need to remain absolute safe havens. When an interaction makes members feel like they have to defend their right to be visible, it impacts the core purpose of that support group. True tolerance means embracing that spaces exist for everyone, respecting their right to be visible, and allowing those rooms to remain peaceful and inclusive. How the Chat List Works To clear up any confusion and prevent these unintended disruptions: * Active public rooms display automatically so those in need can find them. Listings cannot be customized or hidden individually. * Visibility is not enrollment: Seeing a room on the list does not mean you are a member or obligated to engage. * You choose where to enter: If a room or topic doesn’t apply to your life or beliefs, you simply do not have to enter. The most supportive choice you can make for your fellow members is to just scroll past. No matter which room you visit or find comfort in: You belong here, you are welcome, and your spaces are valid. Let’s continue to choose kindness, hold ourselves to a high standard of mutual respect, and do our caring community proud. ------------------------- Please review our full 7 Cups Community Guidelines to learn more about our standards for respect, safety, and inclusivity. [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/]
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Sharing Circle Leaderboard 2026
by Lou73
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September 4th
...See more ❄️ Sharing Circle Leaderboard January 2026 ❄️ Thank you to all our amazing hosts that have volunteered their time to facilitate the smooth running of our Sharing Circles and have offered support and encouragement to everyone. This month we have logged 18 hosted sessions! 🤗   ⭐️Congratulations to all these hosts that will be awarded 100 cheers per session as a thank you! ⭐️ Assigned hosts: @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie @compassionaterainbow64  On-spot hosts: @AquaSylph @Bubbles2025 @CalmRosebud @daydreammemories @GoldenRuleJG @disneywoman @Emleah77 @floatingLeaf4973 @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @Lovelight1211 @Magicpawsoffuture @Ruben470 @SingingOcean4 @TheGeraldExperience03 @xxLaylaxx  @ASilentObserver  ------------------------- We would love to run more hosted sessions! If you're interested in becoming an assigned host, you can fill out the application form HERE [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]   If you host a session and want to be included in our leaderboard, make sure you fill out the host log [https://tinyurl.com/y4e8tj24]! Please be careful to fill out your name correctly! 
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Sharing Circle Streak Badges
by ASilentObserver
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July 2nd
...See more All, Exciting news! We brought up Sharing Circle Streak badges for you. If you are a listener or member, you could earn this badge. Proactively participate in Sharing Circle for consecutive days and earn them all. It is implemented w.e.f August 28, 2020 Post in this thread when you earn it and share it with the community!
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Welcome to Sharing Circles
by Lou73
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June 3rd
...See more Where: Group Support room called Sharing Circle When: 24/7 - every hour on the hour a new session begins Who: all members are welcome to join the queue to share. Listeners are welcome to stay and support. Members and Listeners can host but must have attended 3 hosted Sharing Circles. Purpose: Sharing Circle is a supportive room where members may join the queue and take up to 7 minutes to share and get support. Each sharer should be given the space and time to share what is on their mind without judgment, questions, or advice. How it works: A host or community moderator will lead the session. When the queue is opened, you may type the asterisk [*] to join the queue. It is first come first served and will be opened in between shares until the queue is full. Please don’t try and join in the middle of someone’s share. The host will then keep track of the queue. We have a few guidelines that are different to other rooms so please take a moment to read. Following these guidelines ensures that everyone gets a fair time to share with minimal interruptions and that we create a supportive presence in our circle. For the sharer: * Please break your share into short sentences. * Please send ‘Trigger warning’ and the topic before the share. E.g: TW: eating disorder * Let us know if you would like an uninterrupted share or encouraging words * Please limit your share to under 7 minutes so everyone has the opportunity to share. (The host will give you a gentle 1 min remaining reminder) * Type ‘Over’ or ‘Done’ as a separate message to show that you have concluded your share For those supporting: * Please do not ask questions or give advice and keep supportive phrases short. * Please do not interrupt other shares’ to share your own story. * Please respect when someone has asked for an uninterrupted share and hold comments until they type over or done. You can read more about the guidelines HERE [https://tinyurl.com/SharingCircleGuidelines] Joining the Sharing Circle for the first time? Here are some top tips: * When you enter, take a moment to read the room. If someone is sharing, listen and offer support (not advice or your personal opinion). When the share is over you can say hi and introduce yourself. * Unsure of who is hosting? The blue banner at the top will tell you who is hosting. If there is no name in the banner, it is likely a member-powered session and the Community Moderators will be around to assist. * What can I share? You can share about your day, about a problem, something that is on your mind and we will listen and offer support and encouragement. Please be mindful about anything that might be triggering to others in the room like an eating disorder and give relevant trigger warnings. Please also be careful not to be graphic and focus on your feelings rather than details of trauma/abuse. If you share that you are in crisis, we will have to direct you to our crisis page [https://www.7cups.com/crisis] so that you can get the best support possible and we aren’t trained here to deal with crisis situations. * We want to keep this room as a supportive space so please be kind and thoughtful of your words and respect everyone in the room. There is a personal mute button that allows you to stop seeing messages from a user that is causing you distress. * If you want a less structured chat room space or want to talk immediately and the queue is long/full, you can try the Member Community room or Support room 24/7 or connect with a listener. * Community moderators are on hand to help keep the room safe - you can fill out the emergency form which is listed in the chatroom rules in the room. - Please note that the queue is first come, first served and there shouldn't be any swapping places as it can cause confusion and arguments and unnecessary wasted time. As the Sharing Circle runs 24/7, sometimes there is no one available to host so we run member-powered sessions. Everyone works together to run the session and ensure that everyone gets a fair turn to share and be supported. ------------------------- If you would like to learn how to become a host, you can complete the training here [https://www.tinyurl.com/bj8v3wus]. If you would like to join our hosting team and become an assigned host, you can apply here [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]. If you have any feedback, you can fill in the feedback form here [https://tinyurl.com/SharingCircleFeedback]. Any questions or thoughts, feel free to comment below 😊
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Celebrate our Top 2025 Hosts
by Lou73
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January 25th
...See more Happy New Year everyone! I hope you are all having a good start to your 2026.  But let's take a moment to look back on 2025 and celebrate our hosts who volunteered their time to facilitate Sharing Circles to support members to feel heard and supported.  These 9 hosts have collectively hosted 293 sessions of the 330 logged sessions this year so let's give them a round of applause and say thank you for their time, kindness and dedication to Sharing Circles!  @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie @compassionaterainbow64 @AquaSylph @CalmRosebud @Ruben470 @Lovelight1211 @Magicpawsoffuture @Disneywoman ------------------------- Could you spare some time to host Sharing Circles, facilitating support and encouragement in a safe space? Apply here!  [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]
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On Spot Hosting
by Lou73
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January 5th
...See more Calling all our On-spot Sharing Circle hosts!  Thanks to @Jenna for some tech assistance, I've made some adjustments to our sign-up schedule. This means that any on-spot host (or assigned host if you wish to host extra sessions) can put your own name down to host a spot without making a regular commitment.   The column on the left will continue to be for the assigned hosts that run regular weekly sessions, whilst the column on the right is editable and can be used to sign up for any available spots. Please ensure to add the date you wish to host so it's clear and I will aim to refresh that column weekly.  Please make changes responsibly and only sign up for a session if you have passed the hosting training and respect the sessions that have assigned hosts already.  Check out the new sign-up sheet [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NL2vmymJlZJEekFZRX1cSON0XRvgBKNdB0ayOYUJS2k/edit?gid=0#gid=0] Tagging our hosting team: @AquaSylph @Bubbles2025 @CalmRosebud @daydreammemories @disneywoman @fruityPond7887 @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @kindhug676 @lovelight1211 @TheGeraldExperience03 @ShadowFaerie @compassionaterainbow64 @Ruben470 @magicpawsoffuture  If you're interested in becoming an on-spot host you can fill out the application form here [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w] or reach out to @Lou73 Happy to answer any questions! 
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Sharing Circle Leaderboard
by Lou73
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January 3rd
...See more ☀️ Sharing Circle Leaderboard July 2025 ☀️   Thank you to all our amazing hosts that have volunteered their time to facilitate the smooth running of our Sharing Circles and have offered support and encouragement to everyone. This month we have logged 24 hosted sessions! 🤗   ⭐️Congratulations to all these hosts that will be awarded 100 cheers per session as a thank you! ⭐️ Assigned hosts: @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie  On-spot hosts: @AquaSylph @CalmRosebud @disneywoman @EasyBreezyPeace @Emleah77 @floatingLeaf4973 @innateJoy9602 @Heartsandrosesandpaws @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @michael205 @Reachforthestars00 @TheGeraldExperience03  @ASilentObserver  ------------------------- We would love to run more hosted sessions! If you're interested in becoming an assigned host, you can fill out the application form HERE [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]   If you host a session and want to be included in our leaderboard, make sure you fill out the host log [https://tinyurl.com/y4e8tj24]! 
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Your Space to Be Heard! Join The Sharing Circle
by ASilentObserver
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August 9th, 2025
...See more Hello everyone, You might remember the Sharing Circles—an initiative we launched a while back to create a unique space for support and connection. Fast-forward five years, and the heart of what we aimed to build is more vital than ever. We know life throws a lot at us, and sometimes, all we need is a place where we can share what's on our minds and hearts, without interruption, without judgment, and with the full attention of others. That's exactly what our Sharing Circles are meant for. So, what makes these circles so powerful? It's all about intentional listening and turn-based sharing. Unlike regular discussions, this is a dedicated time for everyone to get a chance to speak and truly be heard. Imagine a circle where you can express your feelings, and others are there to simply listen and then offer encouragement. It is a truly supportive and uplifting experience designed to help you feel seen and valued. Here's how it works: When you join a Sharing Circle, our host will invite participants to enter a queue (usually by typing a simple “*”). Then, each person gets their turn to share. Once you've spoken, the rest of the group can offer encouraging and comforting words of support. It is a structured way to ensure everyone gets their moment to be heard and uplifted. Why should you participate? In a world that's often noisy and fast-paced, the Sharing Circle is your safe space. It's a place to: * Feel truly heard: Share your thoughts and feelings without interruption. * Connect deeply: Build genuine connections with community members. * Offer and receive support: Give encouragement and receive it when you need it most. * Practice mindful listening: Develop your empathy by truly hearing others. Ready to find your voice and connect? Whether you are looking to share, listen, or just be part of a supportive community, the Sharing Circles are for you. If you've been a part of our Sharing Circles, would you be willing to share a quick thought or testimonial about what the experience has meant to you?" or "For those of you who've already experienced the warmth of our Sharing Circles, we'd be so grateful if you could weigh in! What's one nice thing you can say about the support and connection you've found here? Your testimonials are a wonderful way to help new participants understand the unique value of this space.  Join the Sharing Circle here and let us know your experiences in the comments below.  [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=2_e900fbcbe5db2b7bSaBpz_hkdPa6dGxRZeleXg]
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Sharing Circle Leaderboard 2025
by Lou73
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July 3rd, 2025
...See more  🌟Happy New Year everyone! I hope you all had a lovely holiday! ✨   Thank you so much to all our amazing hosts that have volunteered their time to facilitate the smooth running of our Sharing Circles and have offered support and encouragement to everyone. This month we have hosted 17 sessions! 🤗   ⭐️Congratulations to all these hosts that will be awarded 100 cheers per session as a thank you! ⭐️ Assigned hosts: @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie On-spot hosts: @AquaSylph @CalmRosebud @Clamour @disneywoman @EasyBreezyPeace @fruityPond7887 @Heartsandrosesandpaws @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @kindhug676 @michael205 @MindfulJourney22 @selfconfidentHickory2238 @soothinggrace83 @TheGeraldExperience03 @ASilentObserver ------------------------- We would love to run more hosted sessions! If you're interested in becoming an assigned host, you can fill out the application form HERE [https://tinyurl.com/yyzf464w]   If you host a session and want to be included in our leaderboard, make sure you fill out the host log [https://tinyurl.com/y4e8tj24]! Please note to fill out 1 log per hour and to promote self-care we will be awarding cheers up to 25 sessions per month. 
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We are recruiting for new hosts to join our Sharing Circle Hosting team!
by Lou73
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May 29th, 2025
...See more Sharing Circle is a 24/7 room, which means a lot of effort goes into keeping it running smoothly and we always need more hands on deck! We have a variety of roles for you to get involved with, whether you like to visit Sharing Circle a couple of times a month or every day. On-Spot Host On-Spot Host is the most flexible Sharing Circle role. Our On-Spot Hosts visit the room, and if there is no host on the schedule for that time they step in to host the session. There are plenty of opportunities to jump in and help out! This role is open to listeners and members who have attended at least 5 hosted Sharing Circles. To host a session, please fill out our quick Training Guide [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0bw83-uAeKvqpvO4aKVuEH3ILVtEd7HXUMBrq4KBdrWWf1w/viewform] which takes you through all the hosting essentials! Assigned Host An assigned host signs up for one or more weekly sessions. Regular hosting will allow you to develop your skills as a host and create a supportive environment for participants. Our regular hosts give our members continuity and familiarity and after hosting regularly and showing lasting commitment, you will be awarded a Community Leader badge! We understand that commitment can be difficult to work around your offline time but we can make it as flexible as needed. We will provide training, support and check-ins This role is open to listeners and members. Click here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPe2N1QUjB_KEFF_EhAtZymtydkkIFlruU7u0lC35q4eTztA/viewform] to apply.  We are also looking to recruit a Project Agent(s) for our Teen Circles (must be ATL).  If you have questions about any of these roles feel free to post them here or message @Lou73 [https://www.7cups.com/@Lou73] 
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Spotlight on Sharing Circle Hosting Heroes: Jan & Feb 2025
by ASilentObserver
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April 24th, 2025
...See more Hello everyone, Today I am taking a moment to acknowledge the Sharing Circle participants nominated as Hero Hosts and Hero Supporters [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/AnnouncingSharingCircleHeroHostInitiative20_346497/] for January and February 2025. We are grateful for your dedication, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond to make a difference in our Sharing Circle sessions [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php]. We have received heartfelt nominations showcasing the impact you have made. Whether it is been through hosting Sharing Circle, offering unwavering support, or simply spreading positivity. Please know your actions have not gone unnoticed. 🎉 Congratulations to all Hero Hosts 🎉  @Brighteststarinnightssky @CommunityModAaron @Heartsandrosesandpaws @Lou73 @ShadowFaerie @ZenArashi 🎊Also Congratulations to all Hero Supporters 🎊 @FuzzySimba @LilTadpole @Okeyyyy @TesonL @ZenArashi To all our Hero Hosts and Hero Supporters: * Your commitment to uplifting others is encouraging. * Your acts of kindness have created a ripple effect of positivity. * You are valued in our community, and we are deeply grateful for your contributions. Thank you for making Sharing Circle a brighter and safer place to share and get support. ✨ Start thinking about who you'd like to nominate to be a Hero Host or Hero Supporter! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9XkpdLoA5azGd28ydtzPx8jE9hFXWIUnRbswPx1Puwuli5A/viewform]  
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Celebrating CalmRosebud
by Lou73
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April 9th, 2025
...See more For anyone that has been a regular attendee of the Sharing Circle room, I'm sure you will have come across @CalmRosebud. She is always kind and empathetic, takes the time to listen without judgement and provides thoughtful and understanding support. And we are so lucky that she chooses to volunteer her time to host amazing Sharing Circles and has done since October 2022.  So please join me in celebrating a massive milestone for Rose as she has now hosted an amazing 300 Sharing Circles!!!  Thank you CalmRosebud for all your hard work and dedication!!
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Sharing Circle Heroes: New Leaderboards & Recognition System is here!
by ASilentObserver
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March 18th, 2025
...See more Hello all  Please join us in celebrating the wonderful contributions to the Sharing Circle sessions. We are excited to share the brand-new, dynamic leaderboards and a tiered recognition system for Hero Hosts and Supporters.  🙌 A Huge Thank You! 🙌 We are grateful to everyone who makes Sharing Circles such a vibrant and valuable space to share and feel heard. Your passion, enthusiasm, and commitment make Sharing Circle so special. T h a n k  Y o u!!   Every effort, big or small, makes a difference. To better recognize our Sharing Circle members' dedication, we're launching a tiered leaderboard that tracks nominations. This will celebrate their ongoing support and the impact they have on others. A. Here is the Nomination Board for Hero Hosts with the total nominations received to date [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/AnnouncingSharingCircleHeroHostInitiative20_346497/] B. Here is the Nomination Board for Hero Supporters with the total nominations received to date [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/AnnouncingSharingCircleHeroHostInitiative20_346497/] This interactive leaderboard makes it easy to see and appreciate the commitment of our most active hosts and supporters over the past month, quarter, or year. How to Nominate: We encourage you to actively nominate any host or member/listener who exemplifies the qualities of a Hero Host or a Hero Supporter. Please watch out and nominate someone to appreciate and recognize their efforts. Let's celebrate their dedication and show our appreciation. Fill out this form to submit your nominations for both Hero Hosts and Hero Supporters. (Click here!) [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9XkpdLoA5azGd28ydtzPx8jE9hFXWIUnRbswPx1Puwuli5A/viewform] Why This Matters: We are committed to recognizing and valuing all contributions to the Sharing Circle. Whether leading a sharing circle session or offering words of encouragement, each participant makes a difference. This new system is designed to foster a stronger sense of community and inspire increased support and empowerment. We encourage you to begin considering your nominations. Start thinking about who you'd like to nominate! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9XkpdLoA5azGd28ydtzPx8jE9hFXWIUnRbswPx1Puwuli5A/viewform] Thank you all nominated Hosts  & Supporters for making Sharing Circle an empowering space for all.  @CommunityModAaron @Lou73 @CalmRosebud @ShadowFaerie @ZenArashi @Heartsandrosesandpaws @EasyBreezyPeace @JosiahCooper @Brighteststarinnightssky @SerenityAnchor @Treetop21 @Michael205 @spongbobishappy @BaggageClaim @CommunityModAlex @darkiya @DiagonalDragon @Disneywoman @FewFearless @Geminieyss4unz @iampapaya @innateJoy9602 @InsightfulPhoenix @Peacefulwings2392 @Takitoteka @ThoughtfulGrapes1163 @WonderlandAlice00  @FuzzySimba @LilTadpole @TesonL @ZenArashi

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