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Women's Issues Community Taglist! Stay Updated
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 June 2nd
...See more The Women's Issues Community Tag List is a way to stay connected with new discussions, resources, and posts shared by our forum supporters. By joining the tag list, you’ll receive notifications when important updates are posted (up to 4 times a week). These updates can include everything from wellness tips and discussions to helpful resources that align with the community’s focus on women’s issues. If you'd like to be added or removed from the tag list, simply leave a comment below. Being part of the tag list helps you stay engaged and ensures you don’t miss out on opportunities to connect and share your thoughts! ------------------------- Current taglist - updated by Mya on 17th October @adventurousBranch3786 @ashleybell415 @ASPIRINGCOUNSELOR @Aylathegreat @azuladragon34 @blxepxndx @calmmoon2104 @Callmetanya5 @creativeTalker5179 @DaisyBeeBlooming @daydreammemories @decisivePapaya238 @Eddy94 @emotionalkitty101 @fluffypickles123 @GentleLily3 @gentleWater9634 @GoldenRuleJG @halcyonCloud2036 @HarmonyBlossom @iloveyouxx @Jaeteuk @janiewanie423 @K87 @Kala @KarmaTheRascal @KaylaMaulfair @KindnessMatters2020 @lalabrowni @listenwithempathy @LittleSunshine2036 @littleLemon4973 @LovingPeacefulHeart @MoreThanJustMe @Mya000 @Noorahmed89 @OptimisticMoon1124 @PFord79 @pioneeringShade8010 @purpleTree4652 @RainbowRosie @RobinNew @shyMoon8539 @sincereSkies9563 @SirenOfSerenity @sky2Ocean20 @Smilintru67 @softSummer7903 @SomeHope2022 @SoulfullyAButterfly @tealPark1424 @TheCucumberry @trueconfidant123 @victoriousLily5344 @woMango9097 @zaramerch
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International Women’s Day 2026: Give to Gain
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 March 8th
...See more This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Give to Gain,” a campaign that emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support. The idea is simple but powerful: when we give encouragement, empathy, and help to others, we often gain connection, strength, and growth ourselves. On 7 Cups, this happens every day. A supportive reply, a kind message, or simply listening without judgment can make someone feel less alone. Even small acts of care can create ripple effects across the community. The Give to Gain theme reminds us that support is not one-sided. When we show up for others, we also gain: * A sense of purpose * Stronger connections with others * New perspectives and shared wisdom * A more compassionate community You don’t need perfect advice to help someone. Often, being present, listening, and showing kindness is more than enough. Let’s reflect together: 1) What is one small way you’ve given support to someone recently? 2) What did you gain from that experience? 3) What is one way you have supported another woman - or been supported by one - that made a real difference in your life? Thank you for being part of a community where every act of support matters. When we give to each other, we all grow stronger together. 
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Weekly Women’s Circles Sessions 💬
by Mya000
Last post
 September 29th, 2025
...See more Join us for a space to connect, share, and support each other ✨ 🗓️ When: Every Saturday at 12 PM EST 📍 Where: In the Adult Support Session room This is an open space for women to come together, share their experiences, and support one another. Whether you’re looking for a sense of belonging, a place to voice your thoughts, or just a calm moment of connection, this circle is for you. What to expect: 💛 A safe, welcoming environment where all voices are valued. 💛 Weekly topics focusing on women’s issues and challenges. 💛 Guided conversations facilitated by thoughtful questions. 💛 A chance to connect with like-minded women and build genuine support networks. Each week, we’ll explore a different theme. Come as you are, whether you want to share or just listen, you are warmly welcomed here. We hope to see you there, and feel free to invite others who might benefit from this space! Let’s create a community where every woman feels supported and heard.  Hosted by @ShadowFaerie and @Mya000
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Again, really??
by brenbird
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 26 minutes ago
...See more So basically last night my left ovary felt like it did a month ago when I whent to the er for it bc I thought it was ovarian torsion but nope. Anyways if you saw my last post here, that should catch you up. I took tylenol and that didnt work at all so I slept with a heating pad all night and it lasted ths whole night and didnt go away until a lil bit ago. I have to go back to the doc next month if my period doesnt come back before then. Its been 3 months already since I last got it. 
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Why?
by FrustratedSoull
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 2 hours ago
...See more I got muted today for saying i don't wanna be housewife n love my career wjy ?
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Women's Circle Discussion Group 7/11/2026
by ShadowFaerie
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 15 hours ago
...See more 🌷 Hello, beautiful souls! 👋 Our weekly Women's Circle is happening Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at 10 am EDT in the Support Session Room for adults on 7 Cups. Topic: Women and Caregiving Women are often expected to be caregivers; to children, partners, parents, and others. This unpaid labor takes a profound toll on our mental and physical health, our time, our social lives, and our sense of self. But the burden shouldn't fall on us alone. This week, we explore Women and Caregiving; the invisible labor, the "always available" expectation, and the ways caregiving shapes our identity. We'll talk about the guilt of taking time for yourself, the financial and social costs, and how to set boundaries that honor your needs while still caring for others. Whether you're currently caregiving or looking back at a caregiving role that shaped you, this is your space to share, reflect, and heal. 💛 Remember: You are not defined by what you give. You are defined by who you are. Your needs matter. Your boundaries protect you. ❤️ Need to check your time zone? Use this converter: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html 🌷 This session is a safe, gentle, and supportive space where women come together to share their stories and hold space for each other. 🌷 🌱 Whether you'd like to contribute your voice or simply listen in, all women are welcome. Come as you are. We'd love to have you with us! 🌱 Looking forward to seeing you, – Faerie ✨🧚‍♀️
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🌷Women's Circle Discussion Group Update🌷
by ShadowFaerie
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more 🌷Hello Ladies 👋 Our Women's Circle Discussion Group will meet again on Saturday, July 11th 2026 at 10 am EDT in the Support Session Room for adults on 7Cups.  I will post the topic announcement mid-week.  We will not be meeting Saturday, July 4th 2026, and I will miss you all, however I look forward to seeing everyone next week and hope you can join us! 😊 Wishing you all an amazing weekend!  –Faerie🧚‍♀️💕
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Why is this happening?
by brenbird
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more So, I am 15 years old. I haven't had my period since April 6th. I've always gotten it that week of every month since I started at 13. I told my psychiatrist when I was at IOP and she told my mom to take me to the pediatrician. So, I went that week. They made me do a pregnancy test, even though I'm a virgin(remember that, it's a very important detail, I haven't had any intercourse or anything ever), and that was negative. They sent in labs for me to get the next day. I got those done, and everything was normal. Then, two days later, I had a sharp stabbing pain near my left ovary, it felt like a sword going through me. My mom took me to the ER and they hooked me up, got more labs done, gave me pain medicine, took yet another pregnancy test, also negative, and then told me they were going to give me fluids so my bladder was full so they could do an ultrasound. So, after about 2 bags of fluids, my bladder was full, and they took me back. My ultrasound came back normal. There was no signs of ovarian torsion, no tumor, no mass, no baby, and nothing abnormal. So, they sent me home and my pediatrician was updated and they told me that if it doesn't come back by the second week in August, to go back in. Spoiler alert: I still haven't gotten it and there's only a month left until I go back if it doesn't come back. Sure April and May was stressful, I was in the hospital but I wasn't really stressed.
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Sad
by AngryLadyyy
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more I m sad because of men 
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What
by TheAngryGirl3
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more Does life gets really better 
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HPV
by k3ddy
Last post
 Tuesday
...See more Hi girls I have hpv high risk positive. If you have knowledge or experience can you tell me if it is more likely to recur later in life or to go away permanently. I am having anxiety over this 24/7 since I got the diagnosis. I feel like my life is over.
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What u think about periods?
by frankTurtle651
Last post
 Sunday
...See more Hey, Periods are natural cycle that happens with womens but apart from that what are you thinking?
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Being a woman is just..well..Idk?
by Kailena
Last post
 July 4th
...See more Hello Reader, I don’t like to really talk about what’s bothering me as it may affect someone else’s mood or cause draining, but I just need to let this out and understand why. So I’m 31 years old, a woman, and just can’t seem to grasp why there is so much bullying still going on in a common workplace. I LITERALLY carry hand sanitizer, hand wipes, and a big can of Lysol with me for work; because I DO NOT trust anyone’s hygiene(no offense to them, but I have a weak immune system/class 6 allergies). Also because well you know: GERMS. Anyways, I hear cackling and all that mess with people younger than me and some racist comments. I wear long skirts, because my BODY CAN BREATHE IN THEM, plus I HATE jeans lol. I wear big bows in my hair and just be myself. I be polite and kind to everyone I meet(even the customers who aren’t having the greatest day). My whole purpose in life is to help people, because the world surely won’t. 😭 I immediately let the Team Lead know and NOTHING was done about it so I left. It really doesn’t take much for people to just keep their mouths CLOSED and just do their job. Anyways idk why I’m even posting this, but hopefully someone can have the answer to this. I’m glad I could let myself vent for now. Thank you Reader and have a wonderful morning/night/or day lol. -Kailena🌸
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I know he's relying on me idk how to explain it to him
by intuitiveSummer7943
Last post
 July 2nd
...See more My boyfriend and I are in highschool. I applied to private highschool, so I've learned over the years what a school/university is looking for, how to build your resume, things like that. I helped my bf a lot with tips on what to do for ur resume, which I'm fine with. Right now he's self studying AP physics over the summer (partly because of my encouragement) and a few things happened that made me snap. first of all he's not used to studying in the summer and usually has a lot of free time, so he often says like "idk what to do" or "what should I do" things like that and I feel bewildered because why can't he think of things to do by himself? So i have to tell him with common sense like "you can do an extra lesson, you can read a book" stuff like that all the time. I kinda do understand this tho because I always am occupied with studying and i dont rlly know that many things to do in my free time another thing is I said we could find a physics textbook together but i haven't had the time to do that with him lately and he still hasn't found one. so i was really annoyed because it's so easy to just find free online textbooks by himself yet he can't do it without me around. It's just those two things. so i told him about it and i said he was being overly reliant on me, and he just said like "i dont know what to do sometimes and i try my hardest to search for resources online and what to do online but it never helps" and it sounded pretty genuine so i told him that he just has to keep trying and learn. Basically he just says that he doesn't get why I don't want to give him "guidance" while I think he's just relying on me.  tldr; How do my boyfriend and I resolve this? I just want him to keep trying and spend more time learning how to find his own resources without me, but he's  hurt because I told him he's being overreliant on me to do simple things.
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​"मैं सुनने के लिए यहाँ हूँ" "I'm here to listen."
by myrax642
Last post
 June 29th
...See more कभी-कभी बस अपनी बात कह देना ही मन का बोझ हल्का कर देता है। अगर आप किसी ऐसी चीज़ से गुज़र रहे हैं जिसके बारे में आप किसी और से बात नहीं कर पा रहे हैं, तो मैं आपकी बात सुनने के लिए तैयार हूँ। आप मुझे बेझिझक मैसेज कर सकते हैं—यहाँ आपको सिर्फ एक दोस्त और एक सुनने वाला (listener) मिलेगा, कोई जजमेंट नहीं। आप अकेले नहीं हैं।" Sometimes just saying your point lightens the burden of the mind. If you're going through something that you can't talk to anyone else about, I'm willing to listen to you. You can feel free to message me—here you will only find a friend and a listener, no judgment. You're not alone. "

About the Women’s Issues Community

Welcome to the Women’s Issues Community — a dedicated space for discussing topics related to women's health, well-being, and experiences. Our goal is to provide a supportive and respectful environment where members can connect, share, and learn from each other.

Weekly Women’s Circle Sessions:

We invite you to join our Women’s Circle sessions every Saturday at 10 AM EST in the Support Session Room on 7 Cups. These one-hour sessions are a supportive space for women to come together, connect, and uplift one another. We discuss various topics that change each week. Whether you want to share, or simply listen, you're welcome to join us just as you are!

How Can You Contribute?

You can make a significant difference in our community by:

  • Responding to Threads: Engage with ongoing discussions by offering your insights or support. Your contributions can help others feel understood and valued.
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Resources

Below are some essential resources related to women’s health, safety, and well-being:

International List of Sexual & Domestic Violence Agencies

Find a comprehensive list of agencies worldwide that provide support for sexual and domestic violence:

Guide Exclusively for Listeners on Sexual Abuse

For in-depth support and information on sexual abuse, explore this specialized guide:

Mental Health Resources

USA Crisis Helplines

Health and Wellness

  • Planned Parenthood: Offers a range of health services and resources for reproductive and sexual health.
  • Women’s Health.gov: Provides information on women’s health topics, including fitness, nutrition, and wellness.

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