Looking for an Older, Patient Listener
Are there any older listeners (I'm 25 and I don't feel comfortable sharing my problems with anyone under the age of 21) who are willing to talk to someone who needs to help, but isn't easily helped?
I've had a lot of bad experiences with listeners getting mad at me for not being instantly helped by their advice or for not agreeing with their worldview or with them suggesting suicide was a comforting thought, and I just want someone who won't get mad at me if I need to vent without being helped right away.
I am also 25 and I agree that I would also like to speak with people around the same age or older than 21.
I also find cultural difference a big thing when finding the right listener. I wish 7cups had a way to filter these when connecting to someone random
@cupcakieee
I agree with your idea of a filter being in place. I'm 29 and I would also prefer to speak to people somewhat closer to my age. I just realized that I have to complete listener courses to talk to people but the thing is I'm not even sure if I can reach out to someone specifically outside of a forum even after I finish the courses. I do wish it would be easier to reach out to someone.
@cupcakieee
You can browse our Listeners in here if you don't want to be connected only with random Listeners. We don't have an age filter for right now, only under/over 18 but you can search for people from different countries/with different languages spoken etc.
@Elle991 I am 22 and if you feel comfortable I would be happy to listen to you
Hi @Elle1991
I read your post and felt the same way when I first came to 7 Cups. I'm now a Listener and would be glad to schedule a chat with you. I'm an adult female who's older than you and I handle anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences.
You can view my Listener Profile and message me if you think I qualify.
Thank you,
@CaringJoy
HI honey, I am 55, have raised three children who are all grown and married, I have 7 grandchildren and I am widowed, so I have plenty of patience and I am non-judgmental. I don't push my world view on others because I am still assessing mine. :-)
If you would like to talk, I can be there for you.