Afraid of Opening Up
I want to work with a listener, but I am nervous about opening up or being to overbearing. I already have a therapist, but I want extra support. Can I get some tips for opening up and being more comfortable?
Your welcome to message me anytime! I don't judge and your welcome to talk about whatever your heart desires
@CeruleanSam
Weel if feel uncomfortable just say it... Some are good and others not that much... Would say could always politely say if listener is right for you or end up conversation somehowe... Weel to me they were not that bad.
Hi @CeruleanSam
I'm sorry to hear that you feel nervous about opening up to a listener. Please remember that 7 Cups is a nonjudgemental environment and that everyone is here for each other whether it is as a listener or a fellow member. We all wish you the best and wants to support you and each other. It is normal to feel nervous about opening up to someone who you do not know or who doesn't know you. 7 Cups is as anonymous or as personal as you wish it to be and there're so many different listeners --you're certain to find someone who is able to ease your nerves and the scared initial feeling of nervousness when speaking to someone new.
Best of luck to you darling, I wish you all the best 
I was nervous too when I joined the site and talked for the first time with a listener. I didn't know how to start the conversation or what to say. For the first few minutes it felt very awkward but after that it was ok I guess. They are usually very friendly and nice so you don't have to worry, nobody's gonna judge you. Just leave a message to say hi and explain what exactly it is that bothers you and what do you need to talk about.
Good luck!
@CeruleanSam
Hi there! I hope that the responses here have reassured you about opening up. I myself have trouble opening up to others, so I understand how you feel. 7Cups is meant to be a safe, non-biased space for all. If you have trouble finding a suitable listener, be sure to check out the ratings and reviews they receieve. Best of luck, and I hope this post helps! You are more than welcome to reach out to me. :)
Hey!
First of all - feel free to message me if you'd like to talk <3. Secondly, it might help if you chat with the listener and get to know them before you start to open up? Just a thought!
@CeruleanSam See you can open up to me because why not keep like this... I am imperfect and even I will share things with you alright? this makes us understand each other my friend... In fact I am just a human ain't gonna bite you so you can open up to me :) why me? well I asked you and no one did (maybe)So you up?