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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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New to the group, suffered and recovered from Depression, wrote about it.
by pinkBlueberry7223
Last post
 August 28th
...See more Hello, I have suffered. After what now seems like a perfect life growing up, I struggled from Depression for nearly 15 years after a series of traumatic incidents. I wish I had known about this forum earlier when I was in the darkest depths of Depression. But Depression also brought out the best in me eventually. I am now a mother (seemed impossible at one time) to a delightful 6 year old, I volunteer and I have authored a book, on Depression no less. (https://www.amazon.com/When-Mind-Was-Enemy-Depression-ebook/dp/B0H4X2HSBM/) It is hard to write about – but THAT is precisely why I would chose to do it.  I wrote to destigmatize it and to challenge many misconceptions. And in the end writing about it from a sufferers perspective was profoundly cathartic.  Depression is a devious illness that takes so much out of you and can leave you with a profound sense of self-created isolation.   While medical treatment and therapy is certainly recommended, there is a lot that cannot even be put to words clinically —a person's constant sense of failure no matter how far they have come; the mental freeze of being fully aware of what needs to be done but being unable to act; the way illness can hollow out a person's sense of who they are, not just their mood.   And how healing isn't about denial or forced positivity, it's about learning to keep bringing yourself back to the present. I wish all of you healing and a Depression free life. All the best
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Find A Friend
by littlestolive
Last post
 April 22nd
...See more Let's play Find A Friend! Post your first name, one hobby, and one random fact about you! Also post two qualities you look for in a friend! If you feel you match someone's else's qualities, reply and say hi to your new friend! :) I'll start: My name is Olivia. I have really been into crocheting lately, once I have free time from schoolwork. A random fact about me is that I have been to tons and tons of concerts and get super crazy about them, even though I'm naturally shy. It's like it brings out another side of me. Two qualities I'd like in a friend are that they must be able to geek out with me to music, and they must love dogs! Who's next?? :)  
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Hello
by JerseyGirl55305
Last post
 February 14th
...See more I've struggled with anxiety and depression for many years. On the outside, I appear confident and capable. On the inside, I frequently battle racing thoughts, trouble sleeping, and periods of extreme emotional fatigue. There are days when everything feels heavy, though I am still completing my responsibilities. There are times when my body reacts to stress more strongly than the situation appears to justify. I'm starting to see how trauma shaped these tendencies. I'm here to better understand myself and feel less alone during this journey.
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Live;
by Healhealthlove
Last post
 January 26th
...See more I am new. But, Hope everyone feels alive and lovely today.<3
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I am a depression and enxiety survivor
by Annony123
Last post
 December 6th, 2025
...See more I had been dealing with depression and enxiety for some time. It has been severe sometimes and it fooled me into thinking that suicide is the only solution. I went and tried to find help and there were two things I found to have helped me a lot and that is, breathing exercises and positive thinking. I decide that since these two were a major helper to my depression and enxiety I will never stop doing them. So, everyday I do my breathing exercise and make sure I force my mind to think positive. I know it can be hard sometimes as bad things do happen unexpectedly which trigger such but with these tools by my side I am confident that I will stag afloat. Oh, the other thing I see is helping me is finding a group that has experienced the same as me. I first joined ADAA which is also a huge group which is helping as well but one can never have enough friends and support. That is my story
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Join us in the Depression Support Chatroom
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 November 7th, 2025
...See more Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well. I am glad you joined 7Cups Depression Subcommunity. Thank you for being here with us. Please know your challenges and struggles are valid. You are not alone. We are all together in this support journey. We have a dedicated group support chat room [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] for members struggling with depression. It gets opened every Tuesday to join, participate and share. We are all here to listen and support you. The room will be opened from 12.00 AM Eastern Time. You are welcome to share what’s in your mind, how you are feeling, your challenges, experiences, and your story with us in this dedicated chatroom. You have us right here with you. In case you are unable to find the chatroom in the Group Support Chat rooms List [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php], please check this post to ensure you have all the badges to join the Depression Chat room- Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ASilentObserversOffice_2008/BadgesRequiredtoUnlockSupportRooms_213011/] Meanwhile, you are welcome to join Sharing Circle Sessions to share your thoughts with us as well as regular Support Room 24/7 too. If you are already participating in the chatroom and if you have any general feedback, you could share it with us here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaULWnlMmtpfKCVqPrllWMGukCDVsuur_6TD0hkORFZnpRTg/viewform]. If in case, you are interested in providing support, you could help us by running support sessions or guided discussions. Please apply here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6xM-bHb1VK1w0BcVU0-S-xCxgxYfIJ9kRP1M_-ZNzABpU2w/viewform]. We look forward to having you in the Depression Support Chatroom. ------------------------- Depression Support Resources [https://www.7cups.com/home/depression/?cr=dash#resources]
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what do I say..
by Deafguy9
Last post
 July 21st, 2025
...See more i need a fucking cure for my kidney disease and my deafness.
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I need to ask about taking drugs for depression and anxiety
by Joker21391
Last post
 June 15th, 2025
...See more Hi , my name is Ahmed and I am 28 years old and I am a mechanical engineer with a master degree . for the last year I was passing through a very hard time of not finding a job and break up with my girl friend and now I feel I am not ok . some friends adviced me to consult a doctor and I did that but the doctor asked me to take so many drugs for depression and anxiety .I read about that drugs which try to adjust the Serotonin level in the brain and I read it has some bad side effect . so my questions here is anybody here went through hard times and get better with drugs or in another words can I get better by doing meditation ,taking online therapy ,doing exercise and changing my daily routine . thanks for the help
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Catholic Man with Depression
by michael1046
Last post
 May 5th, 2025
...See more Hello all! My name is Michael and I'm a Catholic guy dealing with moderate depression. I'm posting this on the off chance there are other Catholic people here dealing with depression as well or even other Christians! My faith is important to me and having a safe space to discuss mental health and faith would be desirable :)
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On the verge of mental collapse, depression high
by Kilam
Last post
 May 3rd, 2025
...See more Hey I’m kilam and I’ve been trying to make a post for the last 5 hours using the app, didn’t work out so well so I’m trying here on the website…… I’m a very depressed guy, I always feel alone always depressed just not happy for a long time now and I just want to feel heard…. I try to talk to my friends but they don’t listen….. therapy cost too much for me and I just don’t know what to do anymore….. I’m close to giving up…. I need help and I can’t seem to find any…
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Welcome to a New Month of Healing and Hope! ❄️✨
by Angelanj
Last post
 January 25th, 2025
...See more ⋆꙳•̩̩͙❅*̩̩͙‧͙ ‧͙*̩̩͙❆ ͙͛ ˚₊⋆ Welcome to December! ⋆꙳•̩̩͙❅*̩̩͙‧͙ ‧͙*̩̩͙❆ ͙͛ ˚₊⋆ Newcomers, we're thrilled to have you join our supportive community! This is a place where you can share your experiences, connect with others, and find understanding. Returning Members, welcome back! Your presence and resilience inspire us all. Quote of the Month: "In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there’s an invincible summer." - Albert Camus December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness Month. If you're feeling the weight of the shorter days and colder weather, know that you're not alone 🫂. SAD is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. It’s estimated that around 5% of the global population experiences SAD each year. Prompt of the Month : Share your experiences with SAD. What strategies have you found helpful in managing your symptoms? Fun Facts About SAD: * SAD can affect people of all ages. * Symptoms of SAD can vary from person to person. * Light therapy is a common treatment for SAD. * Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help manage SAD symptoms. Remember, you’re not alone 🫂. Let’s work together to overcome the challenges that come with December.
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life is good but…
by i0540
Last post
 January 21st, 2025
...See more hey I’m new here and i have depression for two years. (meds for most of the time so symptoms only 4 months) buuut my life is literally going so great. I have everything i wanted, studies, boyfriend, family etc. literally how i always wanted. But cant help feeling depressed. Have anyone had the same? What did you do about it? 

We hope that you can find some respite here from what you're going through. We all help each other through the darkness. Welcome, friends, to the Depression Support Community at 7 Cups. We're so happy you're here <3

Click the "join" button above to stay up to date with the community's activities! We'd love to have you as a friend!

Adults & Teens: Join us in the Depression Support Room every Tuesday! The room is open for 24 hours. 

💗 New to the Depression Support Community? We want to get to know you! Introduce yourself here! And here's a welcome guide for you!

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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


(Think that more resources should be here? Send a message to @EmmaE)