Reintroducing: Member Discussions 2.0
Hello everyone, I hope you are all having an easy week.
As you may know, Group Chats are an inclusive space to share, discuss and support each other and encourage us to take our steps to go through the challenges. So, guided discussions are part of the group chats where we all meet at a scheduled time to discuss a defined topic.
So I am excited to re-introduce member discussions 2.0 with a focus to restart and scale up these guided discussions in phases. In the first phase, we will focus on reviving group discussions for the following communities:
- Anxiety Support
- Depression Support
- General Support
After them, the following communities (Relationship Support, Disability, LGBTQ+) and so on. The ultimate goal is to have a bunch of discussions on each and every topic so we all can be able to support each other and minimize any stigmas related to any challenges and struggles we are going through. I know with the great support from you all, we’re going to build an uplifting group chat space where everyone is comforted and empowered to heal and thrive.
The key features of these discussions would be:
- The discussion on each topic will start with the goal of organizing at least 3 discussions per month consistently and then make it bi-weekly, or weekly. If we will have more, that would be our bonus sessions. 😄
- The discussions will take place in their respective group chat and all sessions will be of one hour so that other hours be available for open and supportive chats and reflections.
- All discussion scripts will have bulleted guidelines for participation, so we have clearly defined expectations during these guided discussions and have great sessions.
- We simplified and shortened the feedback form for these discussions, so you can share your experience after the discussion quickly.
For the hosts too, member Discussions 2.0 going to be a simpler and more balanced version.
All hosts will only need to host 2 discussions per month. If the host wants to host for multiple communities, the hosting expectations will be adjusted accordingly. Here all hosts mean, room supporters, chatroom moderators, global moderators, and anyone who is interested in facilitating healthy and uplifting guided discussions.
I invite all to join hands and help us bring these guided discussions back with consistency. Please fill out this short form to share your interest with us.
If you have any questions, thoughts, or comments, please share. All thoughts are appreciated.
@ASilentObserver
Sounds super exciting Obs! I look forward to seeing more discussions in the member rooms, definitely something I would like to get involved in. Thank you so much for coming up with great ideas every time! 💛
@ASilentObserver, this is a great initiative! Discussions are very helpful! 😄
Thank you for launching this! ❤️
@ASilentObserver
Loves this so much! ♡ Thank you Obs
@ASilentObserver awesome!
For folks who are interested in host discussions but unsure how proceed and/or stressed about getting started, I'm offering my mentoring services to help you to get comfortable, confident and know the key skills to be used in this specific setting. I can even accompany before and during the first sessions. I want this be a positive experience for any new discussion leader!
I remember my first sessions, and it was stressful for me, but because I had a buddy to help me, it was a wonderful experience, and now I have led a few hundreds discussions and it's just a fun for me! I want be this person for you! Discussions ARE the best thing on 7cups !
My role as a mentor is to help anyone interested in discussions to be comfortable hosting sessions!
I have a lot of availabilities and accept both, teens and adults mentees, no matter the room it's taking place. Don't be shy ;) Members and listeners are welcome! 
@vivelespatates
I am very excited to see more guided sessions. I love what seven cups is doing and that it continues to improve! I hope to help that in the future. Just not ready yet
@adaptableOcean4193 sure! you can go your own rythm, we even can start with a 15min ice breaker session together if you wish go gradually, when you are ready ! ;) I'm very flexible
Don't be shy to ask for a cohost! I'm there to help! I helped many new discussion leaders to host their first sessions and I'm available for you! No matter the level of support you need, from you watching me hosting to see how doing it, to just have me for company in!
@vivelespatates
Viv, I would take you up on this.
@vivelespatates
That is incredibly kind of you, Vive!
Vive is a fantastic group discussion host, so if you're on the fence or feeling a bit nervous, she can definitely help.
@GoldenNest2727 thank you for the endorsement!
Thanks so much for bringing this back! It was something I was missing in the week or so that I’ve returned to the site. I’m looking forward to participating in Anxiety Support and I know that it will be a big help for me!
@ASilentObserver
This is great news. Thank you for rolling this out.
@vivelespatates
I may take you up on this. It's very kind of you to offer. Thank you.
@Cancun sure I'm just one PM away ;) I would be happy to work with you!
@vivelespatates
Thank you. Have a great weekend.
@ASilentObserver
This sounds so helpful! Thank you!! (:
I am absolutely interested in attending anxiety and depression discussions. I am not far enough along in my own issues there to feel comfortable in hosting. However, once disability or 50 plus have discussions, I would be very open to hosting there.
@adaptableOcean4193 sure, we can discuss hosting sessions in disability and 50+. Ocean. for 50+, you can contact 7cups.com/@Soulsings and they help you out with hosting sessions for it. while for disability, you can connect with 7cups.com/@beck1
@adaptableOcean4193 @ASilentObserver
Would love to have you part of the team! If you're just wanting to see how things are run for right now, we have a forum post right now where you can check out upcoming discussions for disability support . We have one coming this Thursday!
@ASilentObserver That's so exciting! Thank you Obs!
