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Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Welcome to our community! We're excited to meet you! Please introduce yourself below. * Some questions you could consider answering in your intro: * What brought you to us? * What do you hope to find here? * What are your goals for being part of the community? * (Listeners) Why did you sign up to listen? Feel free to ask questions about the platform if you have any, and someone will tag you with an answer! Afterward, be sure to check out and bookmark our welcome pack for everything you need to know starting: * Members [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/] * Listeners [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J0P_a463RsOkBFmgE4hqMUPCyqD98MCZO_r8PAb4ERs/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6zoipvarg5nu] We've got vibrant 24/7 group chats too! * Drop into the Welcome Lounge [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=2_f395c98453a717bbF6hCCUHAA-EWeyBTXj35lA] to meet other newbies! * The Sharing Circle is open for support to adult members. Drop in HERE [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=lmJndHyWk5edlLBlWVrCnQ!!] to share what's on your mind. * If you are a listener, visit the Listener Support Room [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=2_2b554a18cf379d85bN8W7-fzi03rI51eauafmg] (aka the LSR) to ask questions!
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Welcome Committee - Listeners
by LeoLuje
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more Welcome Committee - Listeners Hey everyone! I hope you are doing well!  I'm happy to share that the Welcome Committee - Listeners is being officially launched! Mission Starting out on 7 Cups as a new listener can feel overwhelming. From accepting your first chat to exploring different rooms and learning resources, there is a lot to do and see! That's why the Welcome Committee will be here to support new listeners through this journey. Our goal is to help new listeners feel confident using the platform within their first month and to reduce confusion around features, expectations, and where to find help. How does it work? Team members will reach out to new listeners to welcome them and ask if they have any questions, following up a few days after the initial contact. We may not be able to reach out to all new listeners, so if we missed you, feel free to contact a team member directly or reach out to a mentor [https://www.7cups.com/listener/training/mentors/]. How can I join? We would love to have you on the team! The requirements are the following: * Verified listener * 100+ chats completed * 4.5-star rating or above * At least 5 reviews * Listener level: Apprentice or higher (6,881+ cheers) Team members have a quota of 20 initial outreaches and 20 follow-ups per month. If you meet the requirements, feel free to read the guide [https://tinyurl.com/7CupsWCL-TeamPMguide] to get an idea of how it works and apply here [https://tinyurl.com/WCLApplicationForm]! If you have any questions, feel free to reply to this post or message me! Thank you to @AnnaSilverberg and @Heather225 for the idea and support!
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Essential 7 Cups Guides: The Basics & Listener Quick Guide!
by Heather225
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more Hi everyone! 👋 I wanted to share two fundamentally helpful guides with the community. Whether you're brand new to 7 Cups, a returning member, or a dedicated Listener, these documents are fantastic resources to help you navigate the platform and understand the support available here. Here is a brief intro to what you'll find in both: 7 Cups The Basics: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/edit?tab=t.0]This is the perfect starting point for anyone using the platform. It covers everything 7 Cups has to offer, from connecting with volunteer listeners and licensed therapists to navigating our community forums, group chats, and self-help tools. It also gives you a step-by-step on how to connect with these resources and outlines our community safety guidelines. 7 Cups Listener Quick Guide: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J0P_a463RsOkBFmgE4hqMUPCyqD98MCZO_r8PAb4ERs/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6zoipvarg5nu]  [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J0P_a463RsOkBFmgE4hqMUPCyqD98MCZO_r8PAb4ERs/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6zoipvarg5nu]wonderful volunteer Listeners! It serves as a quick manual on your role—focusing on active listening, empathy, and validation, while reminding us of important rules like not giving advice or handling crises. It includes helpful tips for starting and ending chats, setting healthy boundaries, and practicing self-care. A quick favor to ask of our regulars: Please bookmark these guides and share them with new people you see across the community. Much of 7 Cups is word of mouth, so I'd appreciate your help spreading this knowledge! Thank you all for looking out for one another! 💙
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I feel emotional
by Queenofindiaa
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 2 minutes ago
...See more There's a listener who was good to me today i felt emotional bevause nonr ever talked to me with this kindness before in real life, when I asked them.why [http://them.why/] do yoi have to leave they said i have some work dear but I will surely message i you again i care for you dear i felt emotional it touched my heart
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Scared of reaching out
by crystal3344
Last post
 22 minutes ago
...See more I am scared to reach out to people for help. There are so many things on my mind, but I don't even know who to talk to about them. It feels so overwhelming, but the moment I decide to talk it out, it starts feeling like it's not even a big deal, like my problem isn't something worth worrying this much about. But then it keeps eating me up inside. The reason I installed this app was because I wanted someone to talk to. But even now, I find it hard to reach out to someone. I feel scared whenever I think about doing it.
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I m frustrated
by FighterSisterr
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more I dont have funds to grow my business ( don't say find a job i cant its my only income ao I m stressing out )
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Connecting
by yourssmiles
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more @IvorySea1981 , I forgot the listener account. Are you still here?
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Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Welcome to our community! We're excited to meet you! Please introduce yourself below. * Some questions you could consider answering in your intro: * What brought you to us? * What do you hope to find here? * What are your goals for being part of the community? * (Listeners) Why did you sign up to listen? Feel free to ask questions about the platform if you have any, and someone will tag you with an answer! Afterward, be sure to check out and bookmark our welcome pack for everything you need to know starting: * Members [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M53Nm5-pbtxx2_jKfXYgYzo3NgXxjNfMwfzVSRC1rZg/] * Listeners [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J0P_a463RsOkBFmgE4hqMUPCyqD98MCZO_r8PAb4ERs/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6zoipvarg5nu] We've got vibrant 24/7 group chats too! * Drop into the Welcome Lounge [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=2_f395c98453a717bbF6hCCUHAA-EWeyBTXj35lA] to meet other newbies! * The Sharing Circle is open for support to adult members. Drop in HERE [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=lmJndHyWk5edlLBlWVrCnQ!!] to share what's on your mind. * If you are a listener, visit the Listener Support Room [https://www.7cups.com/chat/?c=2_2b554a18cf379d85bN8W7-fzi03rI51eauafmg] (aka the LSR) to ask questions!
LeoLuje profile picture
Welcome Committee - Listeners
by LeoLuje
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more Welcome Committee - Listeners Hey everyone! I hope you are doing well!  I'm happy to share that the Welcome Committee - Listeners is being officially launched! Mission Starting out on 7 Cups as a new listener can feel overwhelming. From accepting your first chat to exploring different rooms and learning resources, there is a lot to do and see! That's why the Welcome Committee will be here to support new listeners through this journey. Our goal is to help new listeners feel confident using the platform within their first month and to reduce confusion around features, expectations, and where to find help. How does it work? Team members will reach out to new listeners to welcome them and ask if they have any questions, following up a few days after the initial contact. We may not be able to reach out to all new listeners, so if we missed you, feel free to contact a team member directly or reach out to a mentor [https://www.7cups.com/listener/training/mentors/]. How can I join? We would love to have you on the team! The requirements are the following: * Verified listener * 100+ chats completed * 4.5-star rating or above * At least 5 reviews * Listener level: Apprentice or higher (6,881+ cheers) Team members have a quota of 20 initial outreaches and 20 follow-ups per month. If you meet the requirements, feel free to read the guide [https://tinyurl.com/7CupsWCL-TeamPMguide] to get an idea of how it works and apply here [https://tinyurl.com/WCLApplicationForm]! If you have any questions, feel free to reply to this post or message me! Thank you to @AnnaSilverberg and @Heather225 for the idea and support!
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🌿✨ Healing Isn't Linear ✨🌿
by LexListens2025
Last post
 8 hours ago
...See more Hello everyone, and welcome to Newbie Hub. 💚 Healing is a word we hear often in mental health spaces, but what does it really mean? Many people imagine healing as reaching a destination a place where the pain disappears, the difficult days end, and everything feels okay again. But in reality, healing is often much more complex than that. It can look like taking things one day at a time. It can look like learning healthier ways to cope, setting boundaries, asking for help, or simply choosing to keep going when things feel heavy. Healing doesn't mean you've never struggled. It doesn't mean you're always happy. And it certainly doesn't mean you've failed when difficult emotions resurface. Sometimes healing is found in the small moments in giving yourself grace, acknowledging your feelings, and allowing yourself to be honest about where you are. One of the most important parts of healing is openness. When we hide our struggles, we often carry them alone. While vulnerability can feel scary, there is strength in being honest with ourselves and others about what we're going through. We don't have to pretend we're okay all the time. We deserve spaces where we can be seen, heard, and supported. No matter where you are in your journey, please know that your healing does not need to look like anyone else's. Your progress is still progress, even if it feels small. 💭 Discussion Question: What is one thing you feel would help you heal right now? It could be support, understanding, rest, forgiveness, hope, connection, time, or something entirely different. Feel free to share as much or as little as you'd like. Let's create a space where we can reflect, support one another, and remind each other that healing is possible even when the path feels uncertain. 🌱💙
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Idk anymore
by brenbird
Last post
 9 hours ago
...See more I js want friends who actually want to talk to me, who actually don't fight with me over simple things. I want to be able to be ok and eat without feeling nauseous
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Stressed
by StressedSoul4
Last post
 19 hours ago
...See more I worked incredibly hard throughout my student years to build my skills and gain real-world experience. However, coming from a small town, there are very few companies here, and most opportunities require relocation instead of offering remote work. Unfortunately, relocating isn't an option for me because I'm the primary caregiver for a family member, and they cannot move with me. I also can't leave them alone, as I'm the sole provider for my family. Recently, I received a great job offer with an excellent salary, but I had to turn it down simply because it required relocation. It was one of the hardest decisions I've had to make. Right now, I honestly feel hopeless. I don't know how I'm supposed to build my career when the opportunities I deserve are out of reach due to circumstances beyond my control.
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If you could step into any fictional world… where would you go? ✨
by Pudding1000
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more A little imagination break 🌼 Ever watched your favourite show or movie and wished you could just step into it for a while? Maybe become your favourite character, live their life, feel their world? I know I definitely have… I think I’d love to be a Shinigami in Bleach—something about that world just feels powerful and mysterious. What about you? If you could choose any universe to live in, where would you go? Tell me down below! 💭
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Count to One Million
by juliak1968
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Count to One Million 1
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✨ Let’s build a story together!
by Pudding1000
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more Since we have such fantasy lovers here on 7cups! Come up to the challenge! ~ I’ll start: “One day, I woke up in a world that wasn’t mine…” Now it’s your turn. Continue the story with just ONE-TWO lines in the comments.  — let’s see where this goes and what we create together 🌙

Newbie Hub

Welcome to the Newbie Hub! This is a space for newbies to learn, ask and get involved in the community. A safe and inclusive space to help settle you in on your new 7 Cups journey. You can check out our introduction video here!


What are the different forum topics for the Newbie Hub?

7 Cups of Tea Mission & Core Values: Find information about our mission here!

7Cups Wellness Initiatives: A place for all of our wellness initiatives.

Community Guidelines and Protocol: Want to review our guidelines and protocols? View them here!

Icebreakers: Settle in by breaking some ice.

Our Vision for a Better World: Review our vision here.

Questions & Information about using 7 Cups: Got a question? We have an answer!

Resources at 7 Cups to Help You: Need some resources to help you on your 7 Cups journey? View them here.

Support Room 24/7 Project: All information relating to the support chat room.

Welcome & Introductions to 7 Cups!: Introduce yourself as a new 7 Cups user here!


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


Helpful Threads

Members Introduction Thread: Members, introduce yourselves to 7 Cups here!

Listeners Introduction Thread: Listeners, introduce yourselves to 7 Cups here!

Member Welcome Pack: Members, find relevant resources and how-to guides here!

Listener Welcome Pack: Listeners, find relevant resources and how-to guides here!


Newbie Hub FAQ

Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


Q: Are there any Newbie Hub chat rooms?

A: Yes! You can find a list of the chat rooms here.


Help! I still have a question! 

If you need help, feel free to contact a community leader or post here, and someone will contact you.

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★  Make yourself at home.

★  Do not hesitate to ask questions or reach out for help and support.

★  Always remember, you're not alone.
 

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