The Weekly Beacon: Small ways to help the community! (Oct 5)
Welcome to this week's Community Beacon! For those who might be new to this initiative, The Weekly Beacon is our new tradition in which we share simple, small ways you can lend a hand in the community. The heart of 7 Cups has always been the people in it, and you do not need official badges, special training, or hours of free time to make a difference in someone else's day.
🌟 The Recognition Board 🌟
Every day you reply to these weekly threads to let us know you completed one of the tasks, you earn a star. You can earn up to 7 each week for each day of the week (1 day = 1 star). Once you earn 30 stars, you will receive the exclusive "All for one" badge!
Congratulations to everyone who has earned stars for their acts of community spirit!
@YourCaringConfidant - 7 > 194 ⭐
@Amanda84 - 7 > 162 ⭐
@Ivy229 - 7 > 144 ⭐
@fossilfellow - 7 > 131 ⭐
@Magicpawsoffuture - 7 > 116 ⭐
@Diinnaa - 7 > 122 ⭐
@Minimum00 - 7 > 88 ⭐
@MentalHealthMatters01 - 4 > 78 ⭐
@MeilleureAmie - 4 > 78 ⭐
@stormieandpaws - 3 > 62 ⭐
@AffyAvo - 2 > 60 ⭐
@ACozyBunny - 1 > 52 ⭐
@SkilledChatter - 3 > 34 ⭐
@mytwistedsoul - 3 > 30 ⭐
@Sunisshiningandsoareyou - 2 > 27 ⭐
@QuietWillow00 - 7 > 24 ⭐
@Hermione010 - 7 > 15 ⭐
@Mooniey - 1 > 12 ⭐
@trueconfidant123 - 148 ⭐
@SparkyGizmo - 101 ⭐
@TheGeminiInMe - 62 ⭐
@sereneMango2512 - 43 ⭐
@AReineRose - 38 ⭐
@AsherTree - 35 ⭐
@Luminity125 - 17 ⭐
@cheerfulKiwi1776 - 16 ⭐
@ABoxofChocolates2 - 9 ⭐
@Rebekah - 8 ⭐
@Joyfulflowers - 8 ⭐
@IvoryNotes - 6 ⭐
@funnyAvocado3000 - 5 ⭐
@quietPlace4271 - 4 ⭐
@Sharing3312 - 2 ⭐
@Ednamius - 1 ⭐
@wuxily - 1 ⭐
@discreetPlace4219 - 1 ⭐
@DubstepDadT - 1 ⭐
If any numbers are off, feel free to let me know!
💙 World Mental Health Day Challenge: +2 ⭐ (Completely Optional)
Oct 10 is World Mental Health Day! If you'd like, share a mental health post this week. It can be small: a resource, a helpful fact, a reflection, or an encouraging message.
Add the link to your thread here to earn 2 bonus stars! ⭐
💙 This Week’s Asks 💙
- Check the Newbie Hub for people introducing themselves, and drop into their posts to acknowledge them
- Greet someone in the Welcome thread (click the >> to go to the most recent page)
- Spend an hour in one of the member rooms, especially during a time of low activity. Welcome everyone who enters the chatrooms to make them feel seen. Click here to visit the Group Chats.
- Visit our brand new Social Support Room (click here) and take the lead on some icebreakers or games!
- Give out a resource to someone! Examples: the 7 Cups Basics, the Listener Quick Guide, or a self-help guide
- Apply for a leadership role! Listeners click here. Members, click here!
If you can do even one of these things, whether just once or for multiple days this week, please reply to this thread and let me know what you did to support our community! It can be anything, not just things on the list (even kindness tasks for yourself!).
✨ Remember: showing up to this thread each day represents 1 star, and you can earn up to 7 stars each week. So, do mention your star count for the day; it makes my job so much easier and keeps the Recognition Board shining accurately ✨ Thank you for helping bring our community closer together through everyday acts of kindness!
Day 7 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Welcomed people,
Replied to some forums 💗
Did a game of both sides so people have something to do where waiting for part 2
https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/General_2446/LittlegameiwillleaveyouuntilIamreadytodopart2teenside_391705/ and https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/General_2446/LittlegameiwillleaveyouuntilIamreadytopart2adultside_391704/
@Magicpawsoffuture
Vanakkam to everyone. My name is Mari from Tamil Nadu, India. I have come here seeking a solution by sharing my hardships. Everything I am saying is true. To prove it:
My previous business suffered a huge loss, and my debt accumulated to 500,000 rupees. I pawned the gold from my home to clear 300,000 rupees of that debt. Since then, through my hard work, I have only been able to pay the interest on the remaining 200,000 rupees. I worked as much as I possibly could.
I am no longer able to manage this. Everything I am saying is true. If that 200,000 rupees is cleared, I will definitely be fine. Every day, my mind is exhausted. Please help me somehow.
For the past 3 months, I have been asking friends, family, and strangers on social media for help—reaching out to around 5,000 people—but no one has helped me until now. To everyone, I sent my business details, my address proof, and my degree certificate when asking for help. It was of no use.
I have a lot of faith in God, believing that someone will help me. I have suffered so much. I cannot bear this anymore. I have asked for help in every possible way.
Please, can someone help me? I am saying this with a clear conscience. All of this is true. Please help.
Bank Account Details:
Name: Jeevitha
Account Number:39392209155
IFSC Code:SBIN0003062
Bank Name: State Bank of India
Branch: Valparai
@MeilleureAmieVanakkam to everyone. My name is Mari from Tamil Nadu, India. I have come here seeking a solution by sharing my hardships. Everything I am saying is true. To prove it:
