Hellooo!!
Heyy!! My name is Leo, I'm 15 years old and I just came here. I struggle with many things such as Depression, suicidal tendencies and problems with eating, among other things since many years now and it hasn't ever gotten better. I've also experienced bullying through all my life wich also causes me to not have much self-esteem at all, and I also don't really know how to get any. Now after my safest person that kinda held me together left I knew that I had to do something if I wanna get out of this whole. Because I sadly don't have any possibility to get therapy other than a psychward, I wanted to find alternatives and I came across here and thought I might give it a try! I hope being here helps me a little, maybe helps me to understand what's going on inside of my head, helps me to regulate what I feel better so that bad thoughts dont have to end in bad habits, maybe get to know new people. I'm trying to give life one last chance, i really hope it will be worth it 🙏 Thanks to all of you who have read until here!! :))
@Justnotleooo
Welcome to seven cups.
It's good to have you here.
I'm sorry things are currently so difficult!
You'll find support and friends here 🥰 💜
Thank you!! ð©·ð©·
@Justnotleooo hello and welcome! i hope you find the support and community you're looking for, which i know you will!
Thank youu!!
@justnotleooo,
I really appreciate your decision to meet new people to solve your problems, even you are facing tough situation. This is a good platform to meet new people. Explore the app and start talking to listeners. We are all with you . You already taken responsibility for your well being . All the best 👍
Thank you, I will try my best! :))
@Justnotleooo
Glad you made it to 7cups … Thanks for the introduction!
My name is Tom, and I used to suffer with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation as well. Definitely as a teen (but probably in my younger years too).
I’m sorry your friend is gone. This is a good place to meet people who can be super supportive and also trying to better themselves. Are there any fears or concerns circling your thoughts as you begin this new journey?
Please feel free to ask me anything.
WELCOME!!
thanks for the kind words Tom! :))
I'm still not so sure how the whole listener thing works, but I'm sure I'll figure it out, also, I'm a little scared to really open up to people, i hope i can overcome that fear soon!
@Justnotleooo
Unfortunately, I haven’t used the listener platform before. If somebody else hasn’t answered the question, yet, how about making another post asking the question directly?
I know I’ve seen it answered before in my travels. You don’t have to figure it out yourself.
I can totally understand and appreciate your fear about opening up to people. As a teen, I couldn’t have ever imagined conversing with people when I got older. In fact, I’m not that “good” at conversing with folks that I don’t know irl.
A major turning point in my life was reading a blogpost about being an introvert, that started an acceptance process for me.
Let us know if you find a listener 🙂
Thank youu!! I will do that! :))
@Justnotleooo
I’m trying out 7cups too! I’m a teen also on the younger end and I’ve been struggling with a lot too. I hope you like 7cups and I wish you the best of luck in your journey!
@Sunnyspring8141
Welcome 🤗
Hi Leo!!! Nice to see you here. I truly hope you will find some good people to talk to and that you will get what you search for here. You’re really strong at going up here and giving it a chance. Wish you the best.
Thank you <33
Its okay to try new things and a new step in life. Im 27 but my family already says im 30 so you got the young part down eazy. The rest is just taken your time and take life by the second of the day cause noone know what tomorrow really holds and yesterday is to old to change what happen.
Hi Leo, my names Shona Im 15 too and I’d love to be friends if you want. Ive also been bullied before so I know what it’s like and I used to feel the same as you but I’d like to say Im at least a bit better now, and I’d love to try help you get better or if you just need someone to talk to abt anything Im here!
Sure, I'm always open for New friends, thank you!! :3
@Justnotleooo
I'm very proud of you for pushing through and giving life another chance. We are all very happy to have you here Leo ! Hope everything becomes better for you...
There are many passionate and talented listeners here who will do their level best for you. I hope you meet them !
Sending you lots of love ♥
Thank you so much <333
@Justnotleooo
First of all, welcome to 7 Cups, and thank you for being part of our community.
Feeling confused about how things work and even a bit scared to open up is quite normal when we are new to some place.
Leo you're facing a difficult time and I hope you get the best support you need
Here’s the welcome pack—it explains how listeners work and has helpful information for your Cups journey:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CL9Yu_6zixlapOjdrhCgKLy9JN5wY3HWdrGH7PIO2WI/edit
Also, thanks to Tom @FaithfulScout for reaching out to make sure Leo gets the right support.
Leo, if you still have any questions, feel free to ask 'em :)
Thanks <33