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Mindfulness Automated Taglist
by tommy
Last post
 Monday
...See more Welcome to the Mindfulness Taglist This thread is an auto-updating list. The list is regularly updated by forum leaders and can be found below. Having issues? Reply below and someone will help you! Why should I join the taglist?  ✔ Never miss out on sub-community check-ins, discussions or events ✔ Get tagged and notified by community leaders whenever a new relevant thread has been posted ✔ Become a more active member of the community. What do I need to do? ✅ To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please add me. ❌ To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please remove me. ------------------------- Current taglist as of October 5, 2026 @4551SP @Admirablerainbow2825 @adrjust1 @adventurousBranch3786 @adventurousCat7477 @Agent22 @alexandralee @AllAboutThePeace11 @Always25 @amiablePeace77 @asherb281 @avistaco @Beechie @Blueberryrabbit @cal1860 @CaringSoftly @CatHanderOutNoah @Chiara117 @communicativeJet616 @dapperBeach8823 @daydreammemories @EchoOrAsh @ElenaDeMonaco @eternalMusic21 @FaithMonk9473 @Falcon05 @FloraBelle @ForestZen @fossilfellow @frankPark1546 @freeman @GentleHealingInitiative @Goldenfox2009 @greenScarf6235 @iloveyouxx @imprettysleepy @indigoBeechwood597 @infiniteforever12 @InsightfulPhoenix @Invisibility101 @Izila @JarofSeeds627 @jaywalkk @Kait @Kickan75 @kindRiver6 @kivesh @listeningcalico1055 @Littlejoy11 @livinggadget @MindfulJourney22 @Mishka1599 @mytwistedsoul @nessdamess @NotAllHere713 @onwardforevenmore @pamharley003 @PeacefulBeach3454 @peacefulDovex @pinkCherry1313 @PopPunkPrincess17 @Proof222 @Rainboho @rebeccastgo @Rose483  @shinebright300 @sincereGrapefruit83 @Sirpi @SkillfullMeans @sky2Ocean20 @Snowy00 @sociableKiwi3027 @SparklesFly @sunshineBeauty5741 @Swordpsalm @tallZebra8032 @TealPhotog @The24hrClimber @thoughtfulSail5983@Tinywhisper11 @trueconfidant123 @toughApricot223 @understandingTree5725 @virtualSolace44 @VKlistening @warmMemory6263 @weirdofr @yellowIdea7518 @yellowPineapple3652 @YesWayJose @yzzil @Zeraphim @zombeach
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World Mental Health Day: Embracing Mindfulness
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 May 26th, 2025
...See more Hello, community,  I hope you are all taking it easy this week. As we all know World Mental Health Day is observed annually on October 10th. It is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and challenges and promoting well-being. When it comes to promoting well-being, mindfulness is one of the powerful practices to attain it. Today I want us to explore this topic and how it can significantly enhance our mental health.  So what is mindfulness?  It is the practice of being fully present in the moment, without any judgment. It includes paying attention to our thoughts, feelings, and sensations without getting caught up in them. In today's busy world, mindfulness is the key to taking care of our well-being. Some of the benefits of practicing mindfulness are:  * It helps to reduce stress by calming the mind and body. It helps to lower cortisol levels, a hormone associated with stress. * When we are focused on the present moment, mindfulness can help to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression. * It helps individuals better understand and manage their emotions, leading to greater emotional resilience. * Regular practice of mindfulness can improve sleep quality by reducing racing thoughts and promoting relaxation. * Also helps individuals become more aware of their thoughts and behaviors, leading to greater self-understanding. By practicing mindfulness in our daily lives, we can improve our mental health and overall well-being. So let's commit to making mindfulness a priority in our daily lives and foster a culture of taking care of ourselves and being compassionate to ourselves and each other. How do you practice mindfulness in daily life? Share your thoughts and tips in the comments below.
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Gratitude Circle Activity
by MindfulJourney22
Last post
 April 21st, 2025
...See more Greetings everyone! We invite you to take part in the Gratitude Circle, a mindful activity designed to foster appreciation and strengthen connections within our community. This is a simple yet meaningful way to acknowledge and celebrate the positive impact others have made in our lives. By sharing gratitude and appreciation, we create a supportive and uplifting environment for all. We encourage everyone to participate and spread kindness by taking a moment to express what you’re thankful for. Let’s come together and make this space one of positivity and connection! 1. Take a few moments to quiet your mind and reflect on the people in this community who have made a positive impact on you. It could be through their kind words, helpful Suggestions, or thoughtful actions. 2.  In this thread, post a short message of gratitude. Tag the person you're appreciating and explain what you’re thankful for. It could be something they’ve done recently or something they've always done that made a difference. 3. When you share your appreciation, make sure to tag a different person each time you post. This ensures that everyone has the chance to feel valued. 4.  After posting, take a moment to breathe deeply and send positive thoughts or intentions to the person you just thanked. ------------------------- Current taglist as of November 17,  2024 To add or remove yourself from the taglist please click  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/mindfulness/Announcements_2413/MindfulnessAutomatedTaglist_320002/?post=3438021]here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/mindfulness/Announcements_2413/MindfulnessAutomatedTaglist_320002/?post=3438021] @4551SP @adventurousBranch3786 @Admirablerainbow2825 @adventurousCat7477 @Agent22 @alexandralee @AllAboutThePeace11 @amiablePeace77@asherb281 @avistaco @cal1860 @CaringSub @CatHanderOutNoah @Clio9876 @communicativeJet616 @dapperBeach8823 @daydreammemories @DragonspanAnge @EchoOrAsh @etherealize @Falcon05 @fearlessMaple308 @FloraBelle @ForestZen @frankPark1546 @GentleHealingInitiative @Goldenfox2009 @greenScarf6235 @hardworkingBeechwood6063 @healingsoul4892 @iloveyouxx @imprettysleepy @indigoBeechwood597 @infiniteforever12 @InsightfulPhoenix @Invisibility101 @JarofSeeds627 @jaywalkk @Kickan75 @kindRiver6 @kivesh @Linux2022 @Littlejoy11 @livinggadget @MindfulJourney22 @mytwistedsoul @nessapressure05 @NurseJose @NotAllHere713 @onwardforevenmore @pamharley003 @PeacefulBeach3454 @peacefulDovex @PopPunkPrincess17 @Rainboho @rebeccastgo @sincereGrapefruit83  @sky2Ocean20 @Snowy00 @spongbobishappy @sunshineBeauty5741 @Swordpsalm @tallZebra8032 @Tinywhisper11 @toughApricot223 @warmMemory6263 @willingBranch634 @VKlistening @yellowPineapple3652 @yzzil @Zeraphim  
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Happy Friday! A gentle reminder on kindness (and boundaries)
by chyni
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 11 minutes ago
...See more Happy Friday, tea-mates! 🤗 I wanted to share this graphic today because it reminded me of how much impact our words and actions can have. But it also got me thinking about a lesson I’ve been reflecting on recently.   Sometimes, when we are naturally kind people, we fall into the trap of feeling like kindness is a performance we have to keep up 24/7, even at our own expense. We get so used to keeping the peace that the moment we have to step out of our comfort zone to stand up for ourselves, our nervous system panics and makes us feel like we’re being "mean." I came across a thought recently that really stuck with me: Being kind to others shouldn’t mean being unkind to yourself. Standing your ground or setting a boundary doesn't mean you've changed or stopped being a good person. It just means you're extending that same care inward. As we go into the weekend, remember to be kind to the people around you, but don't forget to include yourself in that kindness, too.   Q: How do you all balance being compassionate with protecting your own boundaries?
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Is this okay to be what I am? (Want answers)
by Anishb18
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 3 hours ago
...See more Idk, I just want to let you know that my mind works 24x7, idk coz of my night nocturnal behaviour, but nowadays I enjoy running it, coz I dive deep into almost everything and live the beat of it truly, happiness:what should I engage myself in to spend time immersively joyful, sadness/pain: i should understand the pain ,where is it coming from, to get familiar with it and be comfortable around with it. I just wanted you guys to ask that is this normal? Like workingy mind 24x7 okay? It doesn't bother me, and I'm not also complaining about it anything, I just feel heavy somewhat at the back side of my head/brain whatever, when it's too much instead of living in the moment and moving on to next scenario of life. Let me know if anybody got to say what I'm trying to listen and know from you guys. Thank you for keeping this community a peaceful place to share all my thoughts and get clarification and stillness by getting confident about my mindset. Much love Anish B
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Mindfulness Automated Taglist
by tommy
Last post
 Monday
...See more Welcome to the Mindfulness Taglist This thread is an auto-updating list. The list is regularly updated by forum leaders and can be found below. Having issues? Reply below and someone will help you! Why should I join the taglist?  ✔ Never miss out on sub-community check-ins, discussions or events ✔ Get tagged and notified by community leaders whenever a new relevant thread has been posted ✔ Become a more active member of the community. What do I need to do? ✅ To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please add me. ❌ To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button below and write the exact words Please remove me. ------------------------- Current taglist as of October 5, 2026 @4551SP @Admirablerainbow2825 @adrjust1 @adventurousBranch3786 @adventurousCat7477 @Agent22 @alexandralee @AllAboutThePeace11 @Always25 @amiablePeace77 @asherb281 @avistaco @Beechie @Blueberryrabbit @cal1860 @CaringSoftly @CatHanderOutNoah @Chiara117 @communicativeJet616 @dapperBeach8823 @daydreammemories @EchoOrAsh @ElenaDeMonaco @eternalMusic21 @FaithMonk9473 @Falcon05 @FloraBelle @ForestZen @fossilfellow @frankPark1546 @freeman @GentleHealingInitiative @Goldenfox2009 @greenScarf6235 @iloveyouxx @imprettysleepy @indigoBeechwood597 @infiniteforever12 @InsightfulPhoenix @Invisibility101 @Izila @JarofSeeds627 @jaywalkk @Kait @Kickan75 @kindRiver6 @kivesh @listeningcalico1055 @Littlejoy11 @livinggadget @MindfulJourney22 @Mishka1599 @mytwistedsoul @nessdamess @NotAllHere713 @onwardforevenmore @pamharley003 @PeacefulBeach3454 @peacefulDovex @pinkCherry1313 @PopPunkPrincess17 @Proof222 @Rainboho @rebeccastgo @Rose483  @shinebright300 @sincereGrapefruit83 @Sirpi @SkillfullMeans @sky2Ocean20 @Snowy00 @sociableKiwi3027 @SparklesFly @sunshineBeauty5741 @Swordpsalm @tallZebra8032 @TealPhotog @The24hrClimber @thoughtfulSail5983@Tinywhisper11 @trueconfidant123 @toughApricot223 @understandingTree5725 @virtualSolace44 @VKlistening @warmMemory6263 @weirdofr @yellowIdea7518 @yellowPineapple3652 @YesWayJose @yzzil @Zeraphim @zombeach
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Getting to love ourselves with mindfulness
by pamharley003
Last post
 Monday
...See more Hi Everyone, I was on a month vacation tending to my  elderly Dad but I am back again to write forum posts for Mindfulness Getting to love ourselves with mindfulness Loving others can come easy but loving ourselves sometimes can be hard because we may be our worst enemies. Mindfulness helps you get to know and love yourself through teaching you how to observe your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations without judging ourselves. Mindfulness is being present of your feelings and thoughts in the presnt. We naturally possess mindfulness sometime without even knowing we have it. Mindfulness becomes natural as we may use it in our daily routines in life. The goal to remember about mindfulness is that we wake up the inner self emotionally, physically, and mentally. Mindfulness improves you by: Creating a pause: being aware of the trigger and finding a solution to it. Reduces emotional stress: When you use non-judgemental approaches to the problem. Revealing our inner patterns: you may begin seeing patterns repeating themselves How can you get to know your inner feelings better ? How can we begin to love ourselves more? Current taglist as of July 14, 2026 @4551SP @Admirablerainbow2825 @adrjust1 @adventurousBranch3786 @adventurousCat7477 @Agent22 @alexandralee @AllAboutThePeace11 @Always25 @amiablePeace77 @asherb281 @avistaco @Beechie @Blueberryrabbit @cal1860 @CaringSoftly @CatHanderOutNoah @Chiara117 @communicativeJet616 @dapperBeach8823 @daydreammemories @EchoOrAsh @ElenaDeMonaco @eternalMusic21 @FaithMonk9473 @Falcon05 @FloraBelle @ForestZen @fossilfellow @frankPark1546 @freeman @GentleHealingInitiative @Goldenfox2009 @greenScarf6235 @iloveyouxx @imprettysleepy @indigoBeechwood597 @infiniteforever12 @InsightfulPhoenix @Invisibility101 @Izila @JarofSeeds627 @jaywalkk @Kait @Kickan75 @kindRiver6 @kivesh @listeningcalico1055 @Littlejoy11 @livinggadget @MindfulJourney22 @Mishka1599 @mytwistedsoul @nessdamess @NotAllHere713 @onwardforevenmore @pamharley003 @PeacefulBeach3454 @peacefulDovex @pinkCherry1313 @PopPunkPrincess17 @Proof222 @Rainboho @rebeccastgo @Rose483 @RunningMachine @shinebright300 @sincereGrapefruit83 @Sirpi @SkillfullMeans @sky2Ocean20 @Snowy00 @sociableKiwi3027 @SparklesFly @sunshineBeauty5741 @Swordpsalm @tallZebra8032 @TealPhotog @The24hrClimber @thoughtfulSail5983@Tinywhisper11 @trueconfidant123 @toughApricot223 @understandingTree5725 @virtualSolace44 @VKlistening @warmMemory6263 @weirdofr @yellowIdea7518 @yellowPineapple3652 @YesWayJose @yzzil @Zeraphim @zombeach
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The Tavern at the End of the Week: Drop your heavy inventory and rest before Monday 🕯️✨
by QuietWillow00
Last post
 Friday
...See more •┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋆⋅☆⋅⋆┈┈┈┈┈┈┈• The fire is lit, the rain is hitting the roof, and the week is officially wrapping up. Sunday evenings can feel pretty heavy, it's that odd time when the weekend is slipping away, and your mind starts stressing about school, work, or everything waiting for you tomorrow morning. Think of this thread as a cozy tavern sitting right on the border between this week and the next. There are no pop quizzes here, no productivity lectures, and no pressure to pretend you have everything figured out. Just a warm seat by the fire where you can unstrap your heavy backpack and chill for a bit before Monday hits. ════ ⋆★⋆ ════ ⟡ ݁ . ⊹ How to Check Into the Tavern Tonight: Drop into the comments and fill out your traveler's log: ✿ Unload Your Heavy Inventory: What's one source of stress, annoying situation, or worry from this past week (or about tomorrow) that you just want to set down on the table for a minute? ✿ Order Your Comfort Item: What cozy item, warm drink, or comfort show are you holding onto tonight to help you recharge?  ✿ Leave a Token for the Next Traveler: Share your thoughts, a song recommendation, or a friendly wish for whoever posts after you. ⟡ ݁ . ⊹ Keeping the Tavern Warm: When you post, read the comments above yours, pick up the tokens left behind by other travelers, and drop them an upvote or a warm reply so nobody feels left out tonight. ════ ⋆★⋆ ════ The doors are open. Pull up a chair, take a deep breath, and stay as long as you need. •┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋆⋅☆⋅⋆┈┈┈┈┈┈┈•
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Some Battles Are Not Worth Fighting
by WhisperingHearts
Last post
 September 30th
...See more One day, I asked a highly successful woman what she believed had made the biggest difference in her life. She smiled and said: “My life changed when I stopped wasting my energy on battles that were too small for the future I wanted.” “I stopped fighting with people who gossiped about me. I stopped trying to win every argument with relatives. I stopped chasing love, attention, and approval from people who were unwilling to give it freely. I stopped wasting my time proving myself to rude people. I stopped exhausting myself trying to please everyone.” Then she paused and added: “I left those battles behind and started fighting for things that actually mattered.” “My vision. My dreams. My ideas. My peace. My future.” “The day I stopped reacting to every criticism, every opinion, and every unnecessary conflict was the day I finally had enough energy to build the life I wanted.” That was when she became not only more successful, but much happier. The truth is, not every battle deserves your time. Not every opinion deserves a response. Not every misunderstanding needs to be corrected. And not every person deserves access to your energy. Choose your battles carefully. The energy you spend defending yourself from small things is energy you cannot spend building something meaningful ♥️.
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Mindfulness and self compassion with hermione010
by hermione010
Last post
 September 30th
...See more You are all invited to the discussion today, mindfulness and self compassion from 2.30 pm est. Do join if you can
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Feeling soo bad as a student.....
by pioneeringPeach8034
Last post
 September 29th
...See more I've been very lonely and depressed since last few months. I've been feeling neglected by my own family and my parents especially my father is very very toxic. Can somebody help me up?
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depression
by tiredone6666
Last post
 September 29th
...See more clinically depressed and not able to function at all.
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You are doing great !!
by humblemachine11
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 September 27th
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Day
by sparklerexee
Last post
 September 21st
...See more Happy day , happy me I'm loving more myself these days , feeling so good . I have been experiencing self hate towards me but now I'm healing I guess and I'm loving it . Well I hope you all are doing amazing in your life. Love yourself gng 💙🌟
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How are you ? 💛
by Amanda84
Last post
 September 17th
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The Mindfulness Center welcomes you to a place where it is okay to just be, and not worry about 100 things. You can observe nature or your own room, follow your breath going in and out, or be aware of your feet touching the sidewalk as you head home. It is all mindfulness. 

There are no hard and fast rules on how to be mindful, and you do not have to do anything a certain way. There are guidelines to help us stay on the path of mindfulness, like in the Daily Checkins, where team members share insights and tips about mindfulness. You can join in the discussions there, or in any of the forum threads. 

You will also find videos in the resource center that talk about what is mindfulness and guide us on a journey to having an actual experience right now of what it feels like to be free of our “thought train”, as we let ourselves go and relax a bit. If all of this sounds good, join us for hosted sessions in which you can discuss and experience mindfulness first hand. 

If you like to join the Mindfulness Team apply here:

https://forms.gle/K7KPBPmamTiTicFP6

Introduce yourself to mindfulness community https://tinyurl.com/y3rkc3j5

See the mindfulness video resource library https://www.7cups.com/forum/MindfulnessSupportCommunity_106/ResourceLibrary_1062/

And see the latest schedule of mindfulness sessions: 

 

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