Discussion 1: Introduction to Group Support
Hi everyone! This is the first post of the course. Before we embark on the leadership and development aspects of groups, let's step back and immerse ourselves in the heart of 7Cups: Group Support.
Group support transcends the dictionary definition of a mere collection of individuals. It's a dynamic arena where attitudes, behaviors, and growth intertwine to create a powerful tapestry of connection and transformation.
At 7Cups, we started with personalized 1-on-1 support, but our community yearned for more. Recognizing the unique power of collective interaction, we nurtured group support as a safe haven for learning, sharing, and collective growth. We meticulously crafted chat rooms – not just as communication channels, but as embraceable spaces where diverse needs and aspirations blossom.
Today, over 150 dedicated chat rooms cater to a spectrum of purposes, catering to both adults and teens, listeners and members. From finding solace and navigating challenges to celebrating milestones and forging vibrant bonds, these rooms ignite the magic of belonging.
Moving forward, we identified the needs of moderating these rooms, so we introduced the chat room moderator role, figured out we need facilitators to lead different sessions in the chat rooms, so added Support Session Leader and On-spot Host as the recent addition to it. We figured out the safety issues in the chat rooms, and we badge locked the rooms. So as we learned more about the needs and demands, we kept iterating and evolving group support for better experiences and support for everyone. We are on a journey to build the best group support. And, we will continue to progress …
Remember, active participation in these discussions and activities is your stepping stone to implementing your learnings within the chat rooms, actively contributing to the vibrant landscape of group support.
Let's embark on this collaborative journey, where growth happens not just individually, but in the pulsating heart of our empowered community!
Question for reflection - Which group room do you like to spend the most time in and why?
@Hope
Which group room do you like to spend the most time in and why?
Ans. I spend most of my time in Listener Support Room recently. I use to not spend time in any group Support earlier when I signed up other than seeking advice. But it's a wonderful place to be in. There's so much learning and support to get. I learned a lot of things and find some really helpful and good human beings there.
Special mention to @Compassionaterainbow64 @Sirpi @Jenna they have been a constant support and always warm 💙 💜
@Hope
Which group room do you like to spend the most time in and why?
I've been spending time in the Listener Support Room since I first started on 7Cups in July. I watched the leaders and regular listeners and acclimated to the room while feeling confident that this was where I could get help and I wasn't alone. Now that I have several listener roles, I am so grateful to all of the wonderful Cups friends I made in that room, and very grateful for all of the listeners coming for help, or coming for comradery.
@Hope the group chat I prefer to use is TL. It is a nice room wher I can meet other listeners and discuss with them
@Hope I like spending time in the Teen room, maybe the future is a social support room. Because I prefer peace more than drama, and with my knowledge, I can share my previous experience to help them.
@Hope For me its the Listener Support room. It's because I remember that as a new listener I was so anxious to make the wrong move, or say the wrong things- even though i did learn from trainings- its the group that helped me handle extreme situations. as a new, lost listener- i would never forget the help and guidance I received, and its helped me gain the confidence that i have today<3