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Moving forward with positive focus
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 January 10th
...See more Hello everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. As you might know, we did a growth path survey a couple of weeks ago where we asked what kind of growth paths you all would like to see. And, one of the most requested categories was Moving forward with a positive focus. I'd like to invite you to help me create good growth paths in this category. It would be great to team up where we collectively share what has helped us learn, understand, how to move forward with a positive focus. These can be personal experiences, things people have said to us, books or ideas we have come across, talks or short videos we have found on YouTube, images that we find helpful, etc. Let's share all of the above in this thread and work together to figure out how to make these steps or exercises. It can be used to help others become better at moving forward. Any and all ideas, thoughts are welcomed. This is our discussion space where we can get ideas flowing. We will figure it out as we learn and evolve. Thank you and I'm looking forward to working with you all on creating Growth Path Playlists on this topic! ------------------------- We would also appreciate your feedback, thoughts on these topics too: Open here to check! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdates_100/HelpUsBuildGrowthPaths_2224/HelpusBuildGrowthPaths_241147/]
Have you completed a Growth Path? Post here!
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 March 19th, 2023
...See more Growth Paths at 7 Cups offer an opportunity to literally work on growing, in different ways, one step at a time! Have you recently completed a growth path? Use this thread to share your experience! Name the Growth Path you took - consider giving a shout out to its creator/builder here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/ProjectsEvents_184/GrowthPathExperiences_2240/AppreciatingGrowthPathExpertsandCreators_244577/]. Please answer the following questions in regards to the Path you have completed: * How much time did you commit to using the growth path? * What was the most helpful thing you learned from this Path? * Describe the Path you took in 3 words.
Appreciating Growth Path Experts and Creators!
by SoulfullyAButterfly
Last post
 November 27th, 2021
...See more Have you recently completed a growth path? Use this thread to appreciate the efforts of everyone on the "team" towards improvement - we want to give a shout-out to every expert, growth path creator/builder as well as every member who join us in the growth journey at 7 Cups! You can view path creators/builders on the path preview pages of the Community Paths [https://www.7cups.com/path/modifier/community].
so proud
by Countrygirl095
Last post
 Thursday
...See more proud of you guys
How to build healthy boundaries with anyone?
by warmheartedBunny4
Last post
 April 2nd
...See more Because self care is the greatest form of care!😇 I'm looking for self help tips... or perhaps you can share what works for you... maybe that will work for me too... you never know...
Have you completed a custom Growth Path!! Let us know here!
by Heather225
Last post
 March 20th
...See more Thank you for taking part in the Growth Path Playlist! We're curious to know how you're liking them so far! Please fill out this form to let us know which one(s) and what you think: HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1AuArc_hsHaYq0bSsHSSHGt60QDHU2RGTUf5AyAt03L4/edit]. If you are a Builder and can include this survey at the end of your paths, that would help us greatly in collecting more valuable data!
Embracing Endings: Finding beauty in sunsets
by Ubebe
Last post
 March 10th
...See more If someone asked me if I'm more of a sunrise or sunset person, I'd definitely go with sunrise. There's just something about the fresh start and potential of a new day that gets me excited. Sunsets, on the other hand, used to make me feel kind of sad. They reminded me that things were ending, and I wasn't a fan of that. But lately, I've been thinking differently. I've realized that endings aren't all bad. In fact, they can be pretty beautiful in their own way. It's taken me some time, but I've come to accept that some things and some people and even aspects of my former self just won't be around forever. And you know what? That's okay. Now when I see a sunset, I see it as a reminder of all the good times and experiences I've had. It's like a celebration of the journey, with all its ups and downs. Sure, it's bittersweet, but there's a certain kind of magic in watching the sky light up with those warm, vibrant colors. So yeah, maybe I'm still more of a sunrise person at heart, but I've definitely learned to appreciate the beauty in a good sunset. It's all part of this crazy thing we call life, and I'm just trying to soak it all in.
Growth Path Question
by ThoughtLight
Last post
 February 27th
...See more This is the only place I've found where I might get an answer. I put in a topic request to create a growth path quite a number of weeks ago and never heard anything back about it. It's been 5 or more weeks. 
How can I talk to someone who I think hates me?
by onnabun
Last post
 February 17th
...See more The communication was never strong between us. We are roommates (he, 38-39, and I am 25 F). He rumored to people I do not know that I do not talk to him but I just feel uncomfortable around him. I usually feel safer when my bf comes home from work. We keep him as a roommate because of past situations that arose and caused him and us to loose our one home our friend promised to let us stay while we look for a job. My roommate also has drama with his family and does not want to live with them although it seems he might have to just to support them himself. I feel like he hates me because I do not have a job. Ive tried but it has been really hard. And my confidence declined past year. He nor my bf offered the support or talk I needed. But i was too scared to talk to my roommate about it, knowing he will judge somehow. It is tricky i feel unsafe around him. He always drinks and smokes due to stress from his family and work, but I feel like that is an excuse to tell me so I can just leave him alone or something. He once said alot was on his mind when he forgot to pay rent on time, I asked where he went that morning (because he usually is home around that-said time). But he said that alot was on his mind. I try to talk to him before, and Ive said “if you need me ill be in my room”, “just let us know”, “text us and let us know if can” (i also made a group chat for the three of us to make it easier for him). But he doesn’t seem to know how to communicate and I think it’s because he hates me. I feel uncomfortable its hard for me to relate to him. I think I am nice but I am not sure what exactly he thinks of me. Maybe it was because of that past situation that caused is to move out our friends house? But even so, that shouldn’t be an excuse to be passive aggressive. Id rather deal things mature way. But he seems stressed all the time. I never know when to talk. Ive been frustrated. Ive told my bf, he tells me he does not hare me and it is all in my head. But i just feel dismissed. I feel crazy. I do not feel safe. I came to the conclusion that my roommate might be a narcissist (because he seems to not tell the whole truth, manipulate by acting nice and friendly, but his kindness seems transactional, he does not always act nice, does passive aggressive things even after I confront him…) I just dont know… i must be going crazy. But i would be happy to see someone else view. I have noone else to talk to about this and if i do tell someone they just seem dismissing.
Moving forward with positive focus
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 January 10th
...See more Hello everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. As you might know, we did a growth path survey a couple of weeks ago where we asked what kind of growth paths you all would like to see. And, one of the most requested categories was Moving forward with a positive focus. I'd like to invite you to help me create good growth paths in this category. It would be great to team up where we collectively share what has helped us learn, understand, how to move forward with a positive focus. These can be personal experiences, things people have said to us, books or ideas we have come across, talks or short videos we have found on YouTube, images that we find helpful, etc. Let's share all of the above in this thread and work together to figure out how to make these steps or exercises. It can be used to help others become better at moving forward. Any and all ideas, thoughts are welcomed. This is our discussion space where we can get ideas flowing. We will figure it out as we learn and evolve. Thank you and I'm looking forward to working with you all on creating Growth Path Playlists on this topic! ------------------------- We would also appreciate your feedback, thoughts on these topics too: Open here to check! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdates_100/HelpUsBuildGrowthPaths_2224/HelpusBuildGrowthPaths_241147/]
The Simple Things
by imaginaryfriends
Last post
 January 9th
...See more Today I got really stressed about making my bed simple things like making my bed or making food are challenging for me for some reason but after the stressful episode I got ahold of a friend and messaged them as I did it and I completed it we had a small celebration and it made me really happy
Create a forum post
by Gettingbettertoday
Last post
 November 24th, 2023
...See more "Members report that participating in the community has given them extra confidence, support and helped them make new friendships. Create a forum post in any community." Extra Confidence: No Support: Efforts made New Friends: What is a friend?
How do you be a good person?
by figFog
Last post
 November 24th, 2023
...See more I’ve been struggling with this a lot recently, seeing people here so many are kind and nice and just decent people but how? like I’m a really spiteful, cruel Selfish person. I’m really sensitive towards any sort of criticism and I’m extremely insecure. i always seem to bring down the mood and make things worse sometimes not even for my own benefit. and I know obviously everyone isn’t perfect all the time or even most of the time but I’m not sure how to be that person. does anyone have any ideas?
Progress Matters - No Matter How Small!
by IamtheBat
Last post
 November 24th, 2023
...See more my experiences here as a listener over the last 8 or so years gave me 2 very important things to perceive life with 1. you can always choose to avoid facing your fears, but all that will lead to, is the inevitable end of facing the fear with more doubt, more regret, and more delay 2. facing your fears, be it your past or anything else, every single day, means that also brings you one day closer, to the end of it 3. Progress, no matter how small, matters! no matter if the step was too big or too small, as long as you are better off than yesterday, that is what truly matters. The world needs the best version of you, you owe that, to yourself
How do you know who you are?
by initiatedmeow
Last post
 November 24th, 2023
...See more I've recently come to the realization that sometime over the past few years I've completely lost myself. Or maybe I never knew myself to begin with, since I was a chameleon in high school and generally my entire public school career. This lack of identity is contributing to catastrophically low self-esteem which leads to suicidal ideation and increasing depression, as well as pushing my partners away and not fully trusting them or allowing them close to me. Suffice to say, there are hurt feelings all around and I don't know what to do about it. I want to do better and be better, but in order to do that I feel the increasing need to figure out who I am. Because after all how can I authentically relate to other people if I don't know who I am at my core. Due to this though sense of self, I lack trust in myself and others. Because it can't trust myself, how can I know that my trust and others as well placed? How can I take them at their word if I can't take myself and my word. Have any of you gone through this, and come out the other side? I'll be honest, I'm terrified, and I don't know what to do.
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