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Encouragement Committee!

User Profile: Heather
Heather October 30th, 2015

Do you remember the first time you tried out a support room? How easy was it to get involved in the conversation? Did you feel heard and cared for? What kind of things did others do to help you feel welcome and part of the community?

We really want to ensure that all our support room users feel welcomed and encouraged by the community. With this in mind, Id like to try out an Encouragement Committee!

This is a new project and everyone is welcome to get involved! Mods, listeners and members alike. Its really simple! Keep reading to learn more.....

What Do I Need To Do?

- Look out for newcomers in the support room. Say hello and provide a warm welcome!
- Make an effort to learn more about people. What brings them to the room today? How are they feeling? How is their day going?
- Pay attention to those trying to share in the rooms and be sure to acknowledge them. - Talking in the support room can feel incredibly daunting - a warm, friendly face can make all the difference. Let others know youve got their back!
- Encourage one another. Any time you see someone being brave, or honest, or strong - let them know theyre doing great!

POST BELOW IN THE THREAD IF YOU'RE IN!



You can also share any other ideas you have for helping people to feel welcomed, safe and cared for in the support rooms. Tell us how it goes for you! Did you make a difference to anyones day? Every smile helps!

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User Profile: 221Skye
221Skye October 31st, 2015

COUNT ME IN :D

User Profile: peacefulSoul8
peacefulSoul8 October 31st, 2015

Count me in:)

User Profile: emotionalPine52
emotionalPine52 October 31st, 2015

I am in!

User Profile: amazingRainfall28
amazingRainfall28 October 31st, 2015

I'm in 👍👏👐

User Profile: impartialpikachu
impartialpikachu October 31st, 2015

I'm in! :D

User Profile: Huggler
Huggler October 31st, 2015

That sounds awesome! I'm in ^^

User Profile: mutter3
mutter3 October 31st, 2015

Also confusing to new people when we call each other by old names. Like someone used to be blueberry and now strawberry but half the room calls them blueberry. What comes after hello?? How do we keep up with so many new people?? Still think it's good idea

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User Profile: squib
squib October 31st, 2015

@mutter3

I think it's just a thing to be aware of and kindly explain to people as they become confused. Just a part of how things go here.

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User Profile: mutter3
mutter3 November 1st, 2015

@squib

User Profile: mutter3
mutter3 November 1st, 2015

@squib. This was just a simple suggestion to make it easier for new people. If this is how things go here that's fine for you. I quit. Tired of trying.

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User Profile: FellowHumanfriend
FellowHumanfriend October 31st, 2015

Seems like a good idea. I would like to be a part of it.

User Profile: starryKoala69
starryKoala69 October 31st, 2015

awesome :) I AM IN... would like to help in any way i can :)

User Profile: CaringBrit
CaringBrit October 31st, 2015

count me in :)