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Welcome to 7 Cups! Introduce yourself here!!
by Heather225
Last post
 15 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
 August 18th
...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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Calling All Verified Listeners: Help Wanted on the 7 Cups Welcome Committee!
by Heather225
Last post
 July 25th
...See more The hardest part of the journey is sometimes the beginning, and this is especially true of our newbies. We as a community have the power and ability to ensure they get properly oriented and supported so that their journey is smooth. I have been actively contacting newbies over the past couple of months and the results have been inspiring. Roughly 80% of those I sent a personal message responded to me and very appreciatively! That's a really big deal because those people have a much higher chance of being retained (retained = staying on 7 Cups). But I need help! So it's with great excitement, that I announce the revamped relaunch of the Welcome Committee! Through this initiative, we can meet our newcomers at the start with a friendly welcome (think hospitality, a greeter, etc.). We will also provide guidance and resources they need to navigate their first steps. The tasks are simple. PMing brand new members, saying hi, giving resources, answering their questions, and sending follow-up PMs to make sure their transition is complete. There are two sides of the Welcome Committee: one to serve members and one to serve listeners. 1. To qualify to join the Member Welcome Committee, here are the requirements: * You must be a Verified Listener (find out how to get verified here) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/listenerjourney/ListenerVerificationProject_1839/GetVerifiedon7Cups_290064/] * No behavior reports (BPS) within 3 months * Comfortable PMing * Google Sheets skills – Basic knowledge of managing data in Google Sheets is necessary. Note: The team uses spreadsheets to copy/paste names and log PMs so you'll need access to a computer/laptop device. This work can't be done via phone. We apologize for the inconvenience * Maintenance criteria: 1-2 hours a month to dedicate to this project ✅ Apply here! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdye3w6JNdBiU4gNfilMGSxEfnqXXsQb-lR_xTvJmGD3GHKiA/viewform] 2. To qualify to join the Listener Welcome Committee, here are the requirements: * Verified listener * 100+ chats completed * 4.5-star rating or above * At least 5 reviews * Listener level: Apprentice or higher (6,881+ cheers) If listener support is your thing, find out more about the requirements on the team's promo post [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/TheWelcomeCommitteeTeam_2670/WelcomeCommitteeListeners_374511/]. ✅ Apply  [https://tinyurl.com/WCLApplicationForm]here [https://tinyurl.com/WCLApplicationForm]! [https://tinyurl.com/WCLApplicationForm] ------------------------- You can make a huge difference in our community's growth by joining us. Help us extend our reach and support our precious new folks!
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Welcome new members & earn 500 bonus cheers (in addition to cheers already given by welcome team) ALL MONTH LONG!
by Laura
Last post
 May 31st
...See more yup... you heard me correctly.... earn 500 bonus cheers for joining the member welcome committee & welcoming new members to 7 Cups! Help make the member member committee a strong and thriving project! Help welcome new members to 7 Cups!!! TO EARN YOUR BONUS CHEERS, YOU MUST..... 1) Welcome new members & log your work in this thread [https://www.7cups.com/forum/CommunityProjects_124/MemberWelcomingCommittee_1106/WhoDidyouWelcometodayRecordofGreetingsSentto7CupsMembers_57131/]!!! 2) Fill up this form to get your bonus cheers! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGYGw_LGZNuK3g-r-ThH6qJnIgd-S4pVA6MBg5dXteJ7FoVg/viewform] (must officially join the member welcome team & welcome 100 + members to earn the bonus cheers) 3) If you continue welcoming new members, you will continue to earn extra cheers for your service! Making 7 Cups a welcoming place is one of the best ways you can give back to the community... don't just do it once... keep it up! So.... let's get this going!
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Hi
by ButtercupDaisy
Last post
 March 26th
...See more Hi I am now a helper 4 level I’m proud of myself and the accomplishments I made throughout this journey I’m so grateful for 7cups 
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Cleaning house
by bubbleRaspberries444
Last post
 August 3rd, 2025
...See more Hello everyone! Recently, I noticed that the walls of my house were covered in mold in some places. I called the workers, they applied the mold remover, so that I had no more problems with that, thank God. But I was also advised to clean the ventilation system and air conditioning. Please recommend a good company. I live in Toronto. Thank you.
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(Outdated) Join Us for Monthly Newbie Welcome Sessions! (2025)
by Heather225
Last post
 March 10th, 2025
...See more Venturing into a new community can feel like setting sail on uncharted waters, with a ripple of excitement, a hint of apprehension, and a strong desire to connect. Whether you're here seeking support, ready to lend an ear, or simply looking to find your place, you've made a wonderful choice joining the 7 Cups family. To help you navigate this new journey, we're thrilled to reintroduce our Newbie Welcoming Sessions! Join us the first Thursday of each month in our live welcome sessions, where we'll: 🌟 Offer guidance navigating the platform 🌟 Share resources  🌟 Answer (your) questions! Where? New Member Welcome Room When? The first Thursday of each month. Refer to our Community Calendar [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WwLhaibXGzoAqwAahvrVbZ27OY-808a2/edit?gid=1940214867#gid=1940214867] for exact times! There will even be incentives for attending such as cheers and shoutouts here in the forum! Who? Being new is not measured by any number or length of time, so any members and listeners who are still getting their bearings are encouraged to pop in! Regular members are welcome to participate and offer support! Are you new? Will you be attending? Drop a reply to let us know! We also have an ongoing QnA support thread. Hop over and ask your questions HERE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/Resourcesat7CupstoHelpYou_1275/7CupsNewbiesQAThread2025_348534/].
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Are you a 7 Cups newbie joining us this week? (March 31 - April 6 2024). Come say hi!
by Heather225
Last post
 April 18th, 2024
...See more Hey you! Welcome to our wonderful community! Whatever it was that brought you to us, whether you're a member or a listener, we are thankful that you are here 💗 Often when we join a new place or are in a new space 👾, it can feel a bit overwhelming. We want you to know that you have already taken the hardest step, just by coming here. So, many kudos to you! So, let's break the ice! 🧊 by playing a simple, yet fun, reply game 😃 Here's how we do it: 1. Comment and introduce yourself, you can share what you'd like to be called here or a fun fact about yourself (make sure to not give personal information though 😮) 2. Add a clever or a funny icebreaker question and then others will reply to your ice-breaker and we'll all take turns answering. Here's a link to a fun sheet with ice-breakers on it ->Click Me< [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hAA-nWQnXUs6Tng81OWD8ZM0MCnB12zd5rlYb7jRDWc/edit#gid=1537761842]- And hay, those who have been here for a while, tag a friend! We'd love it, it helps to bring our community together 💗
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Cleaning house after a bad depression spell
by limegreenPenguin3507
Last post
 July 10th, 2023
...See more I'm just wondering if anyone has any ideas how to get past the overwhelmed feeling so that I'm not having anxiety just trying to clean my house. I'm usually really good about keeping up with it but I recently have a month or so long spell of depression (you know when you can barely even get out of bed). And now I still feel stuck in my room because all I see is how messy the house is and it's hard for me to get past the shock and get started. And then once I do then the anxiety kicks in and I just don't know what to do. Any ideas? I know it would help my mental state of mind if it was clean it's just getting past the obstacles that I have created for myself.
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Hi everyone
by Kylesbabygirl
Last post
 May 4th, 2023
...See more I achieved a few new goals and I'm very proud of myself
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Weekly 5
by Tazzie
Last post
 April 28th, 2021
...See more Welcome everyone to our weekly 5 series! Links to any 5 community forums will be posted each week for you to join in. I am looking forward to seeing your wonderful participation in all 5 forums! Your support makes a huge difference! All titles listed down below are clickable! ⛄ Happy 2020 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/CreativeSpaceIcebreakersGamesForumActivities_215/Goodbye2019Hello2020_214968/] ⛄ Self-Care [https://www.7cups.com/forum/FamilyCaregiverSupport_191/FamilyCaregiversForumDiscussions_1529/StressWhatItIsHowWeCanManageIt_214768/] ⛄ Icebreaker [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AroundtheWorld_87/CulturalExchangeandDiscussionsinNativeLanguages_379/SayingsFromAroundTheWorldIllustratedLiterally_214076/] ⛄ Forum Discussion [https://www.7cups.com/forum/FamilyCaregiverSupport_191/FamilyCaregiversForumDiscussions_1529/StressWhatItIsHowWeCanManageIt_214768/] ⛄ Forum Game [https://www.7cups.com/forum/50plusSupportCommunity_193/QuizzesFunandIcebreakers_560/Thetiongame_215194/] Thank you! Add/Remove Taglist: Members: Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/NewbieHub_27/SubCommunitiesPostsTazziesSpace_1940/SCForumPostsTaglistMEMBERSONLY_211021/]| Listeners: Click here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/NewbieHub_27/SubCommunitiesPostsTazziesSpace_1940/CommunityPostsUpdatesTaglistListenersOnly_206661/1/] @Annacm @blue78 @Confusingfire8 @conscientiousowl7754 @hobbit94 @Janet33 @lululove34 @MeeshyRB @Seraphina2 @tidyPunk49 @unassumingBirch5677 @Wayward7Good7Intentions@Aayla @AddictedTealover98 @aeris156 @artume @azuladragon34 @Baliey4everx @bouncyVoice4149 @courageousPurple57 @Dajia215 @ElephantLover135 @Eloja3 @fantasticDancer50 @K87 @kindSoul10 @LexIris @LittleMissJoy @morecake @Narnia30 @niceDaisy36 @PetiteSouris @softWillow643 @sonyatheturtle @SparklingSnowflake15 @supportiveTime74 @ThankYouForLettingMeTryingToHelp @uniqueAngel8317 @Yourlifeisworthy @YourLittleFriend @ZombieBoi
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New here, having a pretty bad night
by KittyKatya
Last post
 April 19th, 2021
...See more Hey all. I'm new here, so I'm sorry if I'm not using this forum as intended. I have been considering using this service for a while, as I've been struggling a lot more lately with my anxiety and depression, but I kind of just needed to vent tonight. I thought about entering a chat with one of the wonderful listeners but honestly I'm too exhausted to hold up a proper conversation, with the back and forth, so I'm just going to let it spill out here. Last February, just before lockdown started my grandad passed away, and now, a year later, just as things are starting to regain some sort of normality, my gran has been rushed into hospital. I don't know the full extent of what has happened but it would seem that she's been struggling with mobility and her mental state has been degrading for a while and it has only just occurred to my mum today to call the doctors. Whilst I'm sure the backbone of this inaction is that she was afraid they would take my gran away, I am so angry and upset right now. Not just at her, but myself. My mum chose to move in with my gran and my elderly godfather, supposedly to take care of them, but she just lets their lives fall into disrepair. She puts a great deal of pressure on my 80 year old godfather to do the brunt of the work and is now penalising him for things getting this bad. And I'm mad at myself because I wasn't there for my gran like I should have been. This last year has obviously been difficult as far as social interaction is concerned, and I live in a completely different town from my family and have remained working and dealing with my own anxiety, so it hasn't been easy to stay in touch, but I should have been there for her more. I really hate myself right now because I'm just as bad as my mum, not realising anything was wrong until it's too late. Or realising but being in denial. I think since my grandad died I've been hit with the realisation that my gran and godfather could die at any time, and I've overwhelmed myself with that thought. Instead of spending as much time with her as possible I've just sealed myself off from everybody, more so. Then my anger just circles back around to my mum because she was there and didn't do anything to stop things getting to this point. As previously mentioned I suffer from long term anxiety and depression, but they have been particularly bad the past few weeks, to the extent I've had to take a bit of time off work and have started some new medication. I'm still adjusting to it and feeling all the negative side effects and I'm just trying to get back on my feet and then this happens and I'm completely floored. I feel physically ill right now and I just needed to get this out of my system, so thank you to those of you who sat through this.
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You are wonderful.
by warmPineapple14
Last post
 April 15th, 2021
...See more I feel we all forget how great we actually are and the strengths we have to offer. Life gets in the way and we focus on the negative. I just wanted to reach out to whoever needed to hear this and let them know that you are valuable, you are enough and you are magnificent just the way you are. Stay safe.
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Checking in!
by Julima23
Last post
 April 3rd, 2021
...See more Hello! :)
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Hello
by adaptableWest486
Last post
 December 24th, 2020
...See more I'm trying to find constant support. has anyone ever had a home health nurse come stay with you during the days?

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.

Community Guidelines


★  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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