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Are You Ready to Tackle Your Goals? Join the Wellness Accountability Huddle! 🌿

by Heather225

Tuesday

...See more Are you ready to take your wellness journey to the next level with real community support? Whether you’ve been part of our past challenges or are looking for a fresh start in 2026, we invite you to join the Wellness Accountability Huddle. This is a dedicated, closed group for members and listeners who want to stay consistent with their health and wellness goals, covering everything from physical fitness and nutrition to mindfulness, healing, and emotional balance. What to Expect The Huddle is a structured 5-week journey where we build habits together. Each week features a specific focus: Week 1: Introductions & Vision Setting Week 2: Embracing Goals & Sharing Progress Week 3: The Power of Mindfulness and Self-Care Week 4: Navigating Setbacks with Resilience Week 5: Celebrating Growth & Next Steps To make the most of your experience: * Participate in the group chat at least once a week. * Introduce yourself and your wellness goals in Week 1 (required to confirm your spot). * Be open to sharing your progress, supporting others, and practicing respectful communication. * Follow all 7 Cups chatroom and community guidelines. How to Join To keep this space supportive and focused, this is a closed group for adults (18+). Let’s build healthy habits together. Invites for this group start going out next week, so reserve your spot today! 👉 Sign Up Here! [https://forms.gle/FWJro9iKPKaWTSBt5]👈 Questions? Leave them below! ------------------------- * FAQ [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/7CupsHuddles_2394/WellnessAccountabilityHuddleFrequentlyAskedQuestionsFAQ_375491] * 2026 Signup Schedule [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/7CupsHuddles_2394/MarkYourCalendars2026WellnessAccountabilityHuddleSchedule_375489/]

Accountability Wellness Huddle Support Thread

by AffyAvo

July 23rd

Shared Spaces, Shared Respect: A Reminder on Tolerance & Inclusivity

by Heather225

July 12th

...See more Hi everyone! 7 Cups is, at its core, a global sanctuary built on empathy, acceptance, and community. We host a wide variety of group chat rooms to ensure that every individual, regardless of their background, struggles, or identity, has a safe place to feel seen and supported. We want to address a situation that occasionally comes up across our platform, particularly within our LGBTQ+ room, regarding how we interact with spaces that might not apply to us. Sometimes, individuals enter a room simply to express discomfort with its presence on their sidebar or to ask how to remove it. Entering any topic-based support room, whether it’s for the LGBTQ+ community, grief support, chronic illness, (etc., to question its visibility can unintentionally disrupt the supportive environment inside. For communities that may already face outside challenges, our rooms need to remain absolute safe havens. When an interaction makes members feel like they have to defend their right to be visible, it impacts the core purpose of that support group. True tolerance means embracing that spaces exist for everyone, respecting their right to be visible, and allowing those rooms to remain peaceful and inclusive. How the Chat List Works To clear up any confusion and prevent these unintended disruptions: * Active public rooms display automatically so those in need can find them. Listings cannot be customized or hidden individually. * Visibility is not enrollment: Seeing a room on the list does not mean you are a member or obligated to engage. * You choose where to enter: If a room or topic doesn’t apply to your life or beliefs, you simply do not have to enter. The most supportive choice you can make for your fellow members is to just scroll past. No matter which room you visit or find comfort in: You belong here, you are welcome, and your spaces are valid. Let’s continue to choose kindness, hold ourselves to a high standard of mutual respect, and do our caring community proud. ------------------------- Please review our full 7 Cups Community Guidelines to learn more about our standards for respect, safety, and inclusivity. [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/]

Group Support Buddy Program

by ASilentObserver

August 22nd, 2025

...See more Hello everyone, Our room supporters and chat room moderators are focused on different support rooms to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all. While we appreciate their dedication and support, we identified our new room supporters and chat room moderators can receive better support and guidance while they settle in their new role. To ensure they get the right guidance and support, we are pleased to re-introduce the “Group Support Buddy Program”. Under this, we will be pairing new room supporters with existing room supporters and new chat room moderators with existing chat room moderators for 2 weeks. In these two weeks, the experienced leader will act as a mentor or guide for the new leader to provide guidance, answer queries, extend support and show up in the room as well to help them absorb the environment in the new role. Who can become a buddy? * Any room supporter who completed at least a week in the role. * Any chatroom moderator who completed at least 2 weeks in the role Who can seek a buddy? * Any new room supporter or chatroom moderator will be needed to be paired with a buddy. * Any room supporter or chatroom moderator who is not new but feel like they need one. Here are the sign-up forms to begin the process of getting paired and willing to guide. * Application to have a buddy! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6TjitBHZ1LbHrR0wUUrN7USooNKnxMcliueVtaZbXtIJjmA/viewform] * Application to become a buddy! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFoRIWusxtMTzLgm8hdAZ3lDNSquZaPOX4RTVZ5PRMxaswDQ/viewform] If you have any questions, please reach out to Group Support Mentor Leader: @AlwaysEli [https://7cups.com/@AlwaysEli]

ICEBREAKER CHALLENGE: Everyone invited to participate!

by Heather

January 31st, 2025

...See more All listeners and members, adults and teens are invited to participate in this challenge! Heres what you need to do in 3 easy steps: ➀ Go to a group support room of your choice! ➁ Ask any icebreaker question to the room (scroll down for free icebreakers! 👇) ➂ Post below in this forum thread which questions you asked and where. E.g. I asked in Anxiety Support, if you had any superpower, what would it be? Special badges will be awarded to the 3 people who ask the most questions! This challenge ends at 11:59pm EST on Saturday, March 11 2017. -------------------------------------------- ICEBREAKERS (help yourself to the ones below! Or get creative and come up with your own!) If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? Describe yourself in 3 words What is one thing you cant live without (besides, food, water & your phone) If you could magically transport to any place in the world right now, where would it be and why? If you could travel through time, which time would you go to? If you could meet anyone in history, would it be? What do you like to do in your spare time? What is your favorite food? If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? Have you ever cried because you were so happy? What was your favorite subject at school and why? What was the best gift you ever received? What made it special? Does anyone have any pets? If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Which season do you like best and why? Can you share one thing that makes you feel better after a tough day? What was the best moment of this year so far for you? Which is your favorite holiday and why? If you were granted three wishes, what would they be? Does anyone play any musical instruments? How did you discover 7 Cups of Tea? What was the first social media site you used? What was your first experience with internet communication? If you knew you couldnt fail, what would you try? Whats your favourite song and why do you love it?

Spanish speakers

by SpanishListener

June 6th, 2024

A message to group mods~ IMPORTANT

by Remina

May 29th, 2024

...See more I mentioned this in the rooms earlier, but I thought that it was too important just for the people who were there to hear it. I think it is very important that we remember that when we are in a member room, that we are wearing a badge that shows that we are a leader, so we are expected to act as such. Members and other listeners are going to be looking up to us when we are in the rooms, so it is our responsibility to make sure that we are treating everyone fairly. It doesn't look well when a member and a group mod get into a public argument. Sometimes it can be hard when a member points us out, but this is where your leadership comes in, and you have to take the higher ground and step away, swap with another mod or call for backup. Something else that I feel we should avoid is openly disagreeing with each other as moderators in the room. I am not saying we are all going to always agree, but I am saying that if this is done openly, it takes away from the support that goes for members, and arguments between mods can be confusing for the members, especially when it is about a rule. Also, I feel that if you are a new to modding on 7cups and a mod states something in the room about a rule, you shouldn't challenge them in the room. Not only is it disrespectful and arrogant to someone with more experience, but it just like I stated before takes away from the purpose of the room. One more thing, don't assume that you can be laid back in a room just because it is mostly chit chat or the room is not a "support" room. In all of the rooms, you are expected to be professional, supportive. Basically, when you are logged into your listener account, and you are in a room, you are there to support and to be an active listener. It's okay to be silly, yes, but you shouldn't be afraid to be a mod, either. You have to enforce the rules. Before I wrap up this long forum post, I want to add, for your first few weeks as a new mod, and sometimes even more than that, you really should mod with your group mod buddy. I know that it is not mandatory, but it really helps you improve and can help make sure you stay a mod on 7cups! Alright, I think I have held your time enough, and to those who actually read my whole message, thank you. - BurningEmber.

Positivity Room

by midsummernightsdream1

May 20th, 2024

Badges Required to Unlock Support Rooms! (Outdated Information)

by ASilentObserver

September 25th, 2023

...See more ❤ Please find the updated version of criteria to access chatrooms Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/NewCriteriaUpdatesGroupChatsEasierToAccessNow_280544/] ❤ (Added by Sunisshiningandsoareyou on 9/25/22) ------------------------- Updated as of February 17, 2020 Hello All! As you all know support rooms are badge locked. To unlock and access them, you need to earn certain badges. This post will explain the badges you needed to unlock different rooms If anyone wondering why the rooms are badge locked? They are locked due to safety reasons and to ensure a supportive and friendly environment for the community members. We expect all those who have/ will access these support rooms continue to be supportive, compassionate and respectful to everyone regardless of your differences in opinions. If we find anyone not complying with the chatroom rules, their access to the rooms will be revoked! At present, two adult member rooms, two teen member rooms (i.e. General Support & Community Room) open 24/7 for moderated support. The rest of the rooms are pop-ups. All rooms are badge locked for the listeners and members. * If you are a member and want to unlock member chat rooms; * you would need Chief Chat and Honest Voice badges to join Support Room and Member Community Room, * and, Chief Chat, Honest Voice and Strong bond 1 badges to join topic rooms like Anxiety Support, Depression Support, etc. * If you are a listener and want to access member chat rooms; * you would need Loyal Friend, First Chat and Listener Oath badges to join the Support Room and Member Community Room. * Loyal Friend, First Chat, Open Door and Listener Oath badges to join topic rooms like Anxiety Support, Depression Support, etc. * If you are a listener and want to join Listener Community Room; * you would need only Loyal Friend, First Chat, Open Door and Listener Oath badges Here is the list of the tasks and the badges you will earn by doing them! You can take Listener Oath here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/ChatSupportResources_61/ListenerOath_117/1/]! (the text in blue is clickable!) We want to create and maintain a supportive and encouraging environment for everyone. I request everyone to comply with the community guidelines while enjoying your presence in this community. Your team efforts will be appreciated! Have a supportive presence! ------------------------- Some resources for you in case you need them - * If you have an appreciation for a moderator, room supporter or listener- please use this Review form! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmfpQqScgcFxOSHveQfbP52m-XNu-DBC6oK7ieTHrGQ4hJ3w/viewform] * If you have an appreciation for a member- please submit your appreciation through this form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfC5ta51kIeW_wPeRgJhhptDZaSjAPoW2TYsURBzjzHaAcq_w/viewform]! * Group Support - FAQs [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ObsDesk_2008/FrequentlyAskedQuestionsGroupSupport_215692/] * AMA w/ Group Support Manager [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ObsDesk_2008/QnAAMASessionwGroupSupportManager_215715/] * Weekly CommunityMod & Rooms Schedule [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/CommunityModeratorWeeklySchedule_1640/CommunityModScheduleWeekofJan06_214569/] * Steps of Growth as a Listener!! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ASilentObserversOffice_2008/StepsofGrowthasaListener_216780/] * More Group Support Updates! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ObsDesk_2008/MasterpostforGroupSupportUpdates_213013/] (Moved to archives, due to outdated information)

Member Hangout Chat Room

...See more We are all told when we become moderators that Mod Hate is a very real thing and that we will encounter it one day as a moderator. However, a key pary of what mod hate is, it's how you react to it. With mod hate, it can be very generic or very specific. A lot of the hate is, "Ew mod go away" or perhaps something like, "I hate mods. Go away" but other times it can end up being more like, "I hate you, (your username) I hope you die because I hate mods." Sometimes the hate can extend into your PMs. When it goes into PMs, it may be even harder to remain calm. You are under no obligation to reply, remember that! With that all being said, this can all be scary and new to you; you may not know how to react so you say something that makes the situation worse out of fear and confusion. I want you to know that you aren't alone. You're not the only one who has encountered this. Us fellow mods surely do understand it. It's okay, it's not your fault. Mod hate is so real but so is mod love. As mods, we hold a lot of responsibility. One key thing we have the ability to do this is change the face of mods. It may not help everyone but sometimes, it just takes one very nice mod, one that cares, to change how members/guests interprets a mod. It's a challenge but it's worth it. Mod hate simply will not get better if we don't do something to counter it. It's up to us to help. Some really struggle with mods in general due to the "Powers" we have. Some struggle due to past mods. Whatever the reason may be for why they hate mods, remind them that you're not there to hurt anyone and that's okay for them not to like you. Don't force them to like you. That's one of the common mistakes. All we should ask for is a chance and respect. Put yourselves in their shoes.. would you want to be treated with kindness or authority? Key Points - Always be kind. - Ask for a chance. - Let them know you aren't the other mods. - NEVER misuse your modding abilities. - Be respectful - Never force them to like you. - Remain calm and professional. In the end, we are all a team. We are in this together. We are here for each other. If you're ever struggling with modding or have questions, reach out to us fellow mods!! We want everyone to shine in their role as a moderator and so many of us are willing to help!! @FrankieDylan @Erato @RainyLeaves @Alex @AnyaS @lovelyllama13 @Cory

Group Mod Role: Duties and Expectations

by Heather

August 16th, 2022

...See more The aim of the moderator is not to control the room, but rather to guide it and keep the chat flowing in a positive way. It is important that you engage in conversation and offer support and encouragement to participants, as well as policing the rules. ✪ �A group moderator should have high warmth and high expectations. �✪ As a moderator, you have three main duties: � � � � � � �➀ �Welcoming and inviting newcomers to join in � � � � � � �➁ �Engaging with �and guiding the conversation � � � � � � �➂ �Supervising and enforcing rules � You will be successful in this role if you: � �✓ �are aware of newcomers entering the chat room and take care to be welcoming and �inclusive to everyone � �✓ �show warmth, kindness and support to guests and members � �✓ �keep the conversation moving forward and ask thoughtful questions � �✓ �maintain a high level of professionalism at all times � �✓ are familiar with the chat room rules and community guidelines � �✓ �know how to calmly and respectfully set boundaries and enforce the rules when necessary � �✓ �pay attention to the flow of the chat room and who is participating in �conversations, and work to actively adjust the flow to different individuals who are �present � You will not be successful in this role if you: � �✗ �abuse your power by threatening members, deleting or muting inappropriately � � �✗ �show favouritism or give certain members preferential treatment over others � �✗ �disagree with other moderators decisions publically in the support room � �✗ �engage in any chat room drama � �✗ �fail to actively participate and guide the conversation Always remember...with great power comes great responsibility [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKmQW7JTb6s] �ツ � (moved by forum teen star @tami150)

Kindsoul10 bids farewell to GSML

by kindSoul10

December 15th, 2021

Reply to this thread to unlock access to the teen group support rooms!

by MonBon

December 14th, 2021

New Moderator Request Form

by PuzichkinCat

October 28th, 2021

...See more all blue text [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue] contains a hyperlink Dear community, The Moderator Request Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRXkwrrPicWRzUvBPYq2wrblHE5HexqFmVA3k3B4QLEoNyHw/viewform] has been updated! The name of the form has been changed in accordance with the majority vote on the poll [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/GroupSupportInformationandUpdates_822/VotingPollselectanamefortheGroupSupportChatRoomEmergencyForm_261560/] we conducted earlier. Results: * 110 Responses Total * 60 votes for "Moderator Request Form" * 18 votes for "Group Support Emergency (keep the original name)" * 17 votes for "Mod Call Form" * 15 votes for "Other" Thank you everyone for voting and leaving helpful feedback! The form is located in Group Support Chatroom Rules, Rule #14 (see image below). It’s important for the safety of our community: it notifies volunteer moderators and community mods of a situation in a chatroom that requires their attention . We worked on making the form more concise and accessible and, hopefully, user-friendly, based on feedback we have received. Some changes that were made: * Decreased number of pages to click through * Clear reasons for submitting the form * Open space to describe “Other” reasons to submit the form And more! Let us know what you think! ------------------------- Frequently Asked Questions * The form is still difficult to find, will the Chatroom Rules be updated? * We will tackle this issue separately as soon as possible, however, we cannot change the Chatroom Rules right now. We will keep you updated on any changes that we make. 2. What is the estimated wait time for mod arrival after submitting the form? * About 5 minutes. Community Moderators and volunteer mods have notifications set up for new responses, please be patient and allow them some time to come into the room, understand the situation and how to handle it. If your submission hasn’t been answered in the specified time frame, please use this review form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmfpQqScgcFxOSHveQfbP52m-XNu-DBC6oK7ieTHrGQ4hJ3w/viewform] to report it, noting the Community Moderator on shift. 3. How do I know which Community Moderator is on shift when I need them? * Please refer to the Community Moderator Shift Schedule [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/CommunityModeratorWeeklySchedule_1640/CommunityModScheduleWeekofJan06_214569/]. 4. I’m a moderator, will I get access to the dashboard that collects responses for the new form? * The new form is linked to the original dashboard so you don’t need additional links or access. If you’re a moderator but have not received the Group Support Emergency+ Doorkeeper Dashboard, please reach out to @CheeryMango [https://7cups.com/@CheeryMango] (adults) and @EvelyneRose [https://7cups.com/@EvelyneRose] (teens) to get the link! 5. I’m a moderator/doorkeeper but I don’t have notifications set up. How do I do that? Open the “Moderator Request + Doorkeeper” Dashboard. Click “Tools” —> “Notification rules”. In the dialog box click “Add another notification rule” and select “A user submits a form” and “Email - right away”. For detailed instructions check this post [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/GroupSupportTeamCommunication_2139/DoorkeeperRequests_249064/]. Now you will receive emails for new submissions. You can then also enable notifications for new emails in your email provider settings. If you have any questions, message @Puzichkincat [https://7cups.com/@puzichkincat]. Useful Information * Community Guidelines [https://tinyurl.com/7CupsGuidelines] * Behavior Points System [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/BehavioralRatingSystem_2108/2020s7CupsBehaviorReportingProcessTrackingUpdatedVersion_226446/1/] * Filing Behavioral Report Forms: All the information you might need [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdatesInformationFortheCommunity_100/HsHangout_1970/FilingBehavioralReportFormsAlltheinformationyoumightneed_242537/] - See the Room Support Request Update [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/GroupSupportInformationandUpdates_822/IntroducingRoomSupportRequestForm_260738/] and Room Support Request Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJMfFAs6M98zEqLEezqi-1J970GvjeeMQ7Jtj-1bfmFYPi8w/viewform]! If you have any feedback or questions about Moderator Request form or other issues feel free to message @PuzichkinCat (Group Support Mentor Leader) or @ASilentObserver (Group Support Admin) Special thank you to @ASilentObserver, @LuluRings, @theriverissinging, @AnnaTess, @MacrossWilliams and the GSML team for their help with this update.

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