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Room Supporter: Updated Requirements and Application
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 Saturday
...See more Hi everyone, I hope you are doing well. I am glad to announce that we are making some changes to the requirements to become Room Supporter! What is a Room Supporter? Room Supporter is one of the key roles in the Group Support Chatroom. This role focuses on providing quality listening and support to community members in the group chat rooms. Room Supporters foster healthy and supportive conversations in the chat rooms to ensure everyone entering the room feels welcomed, empathized, validated, comfortable, and included in the group. This role is suited for both members and listeners because our members are also amazing and supportive listeners in the chat rooms to provide support to each other. How do I become a Room Supporter? Step 1. Requirements to Become a Room Supporter A. For a LISTENER, Check your profile to make sure you meet the following requirements: * No “Newbie” badge i.e. being a listener for 4+ weeks * Have 2+ Group Support Chats** B. For a MEMBER, Check your profile to make sure you meet the following requirements: * No “Newbie” badge i.e. being a member for 4+ weeks * Have the “Supportive Smile” badge * Complete the “Compassion Course [https://docs.google.com/a/7cups.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbuGsqFMbaKWtCoC1WHaCJfaKfwfI8YZ62CsqTI2BzqVNwDg/viewform]” ** If you cannot see the Group Support Chat rooms, please ensure you have [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/NewCriteriatoAccessGroupChatsLiveNow_281153/]Checked out the new criteria required to unlock the rooms. [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/NewCriteriatoAccessGroupChatsLiveNow_281153/] **Listener Reputation [https://www.7cups.com/about/faqBadgesCheers.php] (listener badges, cheers, and compassion hearts) **Member Reputation [https://www.7cups.com/about/memberReputation.php] (member badges, growth points, and compassion hearts) Step 2: If you have met the above requirements, fill out the Application Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetyJ7jp7W52-EIpqvFYLhfmpsgTW4BbzUwmi9r22OQ9AdH8w/viewform]. It takes 2-3 working days to review the application. On a successful application, you will receive the training invitation to complete it. Please note, while you wait to hear back on your application, continue participating in the chatroom & supporting the community. It will help you to become a wonderful room supporter. Step 3: Once you are contacted by a Group Support Leader with the training invitation, please read the guides carefully and complete the training. Step 4: If you passed the training, you will be listed as a “Room Supporter” on the leader board of focused sub-communities. You will be notified 1-1 by the Group Support Leader. Step 5: Visit your focused chat rooms and get to know your community members and start supporting them. Once you are a Room Supporter for at least a month & if you meet the other requirements, you can then apply to become a Chatroom Moderator! Please check out this thread [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/GroupSupportTeamCommunication_2139/BecomeaChatroomModeratorInformationonCommCenteredGlobal_112280/1/] for more information on this exciting opportunity. Who would be a good fit for this role? It is suitable for both members and listeners who are... * Compassionate, Kind, Welcoming, Non-judgmental, and Open-minded * Willing to make a difference in someone’s day through group listening and support * Willing to collaborate, cooperate and communicate with other team members * Acknowledge and validate their individual needs as well as the needs of the participants in the chatroom Role and Expectations of a Room Supporter * To proactively participate in community building with members, listeners, and moderators * To create a compassionate, supportive, safe environment in the group chat room * To foster healthy & supportive conversations in the chatroom. To do this, a room supporter could host: * Check-ins in the focused group chat rooms * Host/ Co-host at least 1 hour per team you apply to support (maximum of 2 teams) * To support members in the chat room through active group listening. * To communicate, collaborate, and cooperate with team members and the community * To brainstorm ideas, suggestions to problem solve a challenge, and concerns with the group support team and community Thanks for all your help, and we look forward to hearing from you! (Updated by ASilentObserver on 07/20/2023)
Join us for the Cupsgiving Celebration in the Group Support Chats
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 November 21st
...See more Hello everyone,  Here is a discussion schedule post for the Cupsgiving Event in the Group Support Chats: Nov 12, 2024 (Tuesday) - Compliment War in the Special Events Chat * Adult: 12.00 pm Eastern time * Teens: 12.30 pm Eastern time Nov 14, 2024 (Thursday) - What is motivation? discussion in the Positivity Corner Chat  * Adults:  12.00 pm Eastern time * Teens: 11.00 am Eastern time Nov 16, 2024 (Saturday)- Believing in Yourself discussion in the Positivity Corner Chat * Adults- 12.00 pm Eastern Time * Teens - 11.00 am Eastern Time w/ KatePersephone Nov 18, 2024 (Monday), Families and Thanksgiving discussion in the Positivity Corner Chat * Adults - 11.00 am Eastern time * Teens- 12.30 pm Eastern time  Nov 19, 2024 (Tuesday), Believing in Yourself discussion in the Positivity Corner Chat  * Adults - 11.00 am Eastern time * Teens - 12.00 pm Eastern time Nov 20, 2024 (Wednesday), Thanksgiving Trivia in the Special Events Chat  * Adults: 11.00 am Eastern time * Teens: 12.00 pm Eastern time  Nov 21, 2024, (Thursday), Would you rather session in the Special Events Chat  * Adults: 11.00 am Eastern time * Teens: 12.00 pm Eastern time Nov 23, 2024 (Saturday), Gratitude share session in the Positivity Corner Chat * Adults - 11.00 am Eastern time * Teens: 12.00 pm Eastern time  Let's come together to give thanks and connect with our community. We look forward to seeing you there.
Exploration Garden: New Rules to Foster a More Focused Exploration Environment
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 November 17th
...See more Hello everyone,  Exploration Garden (EG) group chat was introduced in July 2023 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] as an extended version of the Sharing Circle. Since then, EG has undergone multiple iterations and changes to improve it for everyone This post will share the next changes and updates regarding the Exploration Garden group chat.  We want to emphasize the key distinction between the Sharing Circle and Exploration Garden:  Sharing Circle [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/MemberSharingCircles_2109/7CupsSharingCirclesarenowLIVE_218662/]is a space to share with others primarily, here you can vent, get validation, and express your thoughts/feelings/experiences to share those with others. The exploration garden [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Introducing7CupsExplorationGarden_309812/] by contrast is not so much a place to share, but rather a place to gain assistance in exploring our thoughts/feelings/experiences, here we are trying to learn and explore, seeking new perspectives, new understandings, and deeper meanings. Based on the feedback received from the community and observations of trends within the group chat, we are rolling out the following changes to promote and foster an exploration environment in the EG.   1. EG will only be open when a facilitator is present. Without facilitation, the sessions tend to get off track, and unable to keep up with the guidelines for running an effective exploration session. Here is the updated schedule of the Exploration Garden session:  * All times in EST * Mod = community mod * Green cells represent no coverage at the moment, so no session will take place during these hours until new hosts volunteer to lead those hours.  2.  Releasing an exploration guide for participants to understand how effective exploration works, the DOs and DONTs, Tips to get the most out of the session, and how to offer support to the sharers. Click here to access a copy of the exploration guide.  [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cMu6p6eSrlqV3StpeY4SX4MRBsBdCPwhRiU_pKvRSZI/edit] 3. If you want to join the Exploration Garden Hosting Team, you can now express your interest by filling out a short form here!  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjtDkb4M8XXOZMh1ClAoo-ZYq5fNPohtB1MwxXozv2d4p04A/viewform] The new changes will be implemented w.e.f Sept 20, 2024.  If you have any questions, please feel free to share with us below in the thread or reach out to @Heather225 or me aka @ASilentObserver October 25, 2024 - Note: the Wednesday 3PM slot does not have coverage and has been closed. If you'd like this to be open, as well as any others, do consider applying to help out!
Always Here Project Launch
by Kieran000
Last post
 7 hours ago
...See more Hello everyone! I hope that you all are doing well. We’re excited to announce the rebranded launch of the Always Here - Support Room 24/7 Project originally launched in 2021 and received positive feedback.  Background and Reasoning Unfortunately, efforts to revive the project in 2022 were not as successful as hoped. We are trying again in a rebranded way with assurance that people get a consistent and reliable experience. As it’s been a couple of years, most of the previous hosts and some leaders are no longer active so we are starting fresh but I will tag previous hosts / leaders just in case they’re willing and interested to join us again with helping out in SR! Having spent a lot of time in the group chat rooms, it’s terrible to see people being ignored due to the sheer volume of messages that sometimes occur, or being faced with complete emptiness as they enter the room.  We can help shift this issue, which by all means is no one’s fault but instead a product of various different factors.  Project Overview and Host Requirements  Members and listeners, teens and adults, can sign up to provide a half-hour or an hour per week (or more) of a listening ear for those in the Support Room 24/7. There’s no script, just natural responses and presence, supportive resources for hosts will be found within the host Sheets dashboard which will be shared within PMs after successfully applying.    On-spot hosting is available too. When you spend at least 30 minutes in SR you can be rewarded and receive recognition for your hard work through peer feedback. Just contact me (@Kieran000) to join the team if you can’t stick to fixed weekly times. Requirements: To ensure a high quality of support is provided, members must meet the following requirements: * A minimum of 200 group chats and 600 compassion hearts (Helping Hand or Wise One Badge)  Please note: 1 group chat is equivalent to 25 messages sent in a member group support room. [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] * Completion of the Compassion Course [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMEXP6lopKu4ZJAtmctmwk0vq9Fp7T892gWJteqmQoIJa_Dg/viewform](Compassion Hero Badge)  Separately, listeners must meet the following requirements in order to host:  * Verified Listener  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/listenerjourney/ListenerVerificationProject_1839/NewAdditionalCriteriaToBecomeVerifiedListenerGoingLive_230276/] * A minimum of 200 group support chats * 5 Star Listener Rating  Please note: You may see listeners or members in our team with lower experience than some parts of the requirement criteria, this is because they’ve shown to provide an excellent quality of support in the room and have been recruited by a project leader. If you don’t meet the requirements above, but feel you’re a high quality listener, don’t hesitate to reach out to me and we might be able to get you onboard.  You will be awarded 50 cheers per half-hour that you host and the quota is one session per week to remain active on the team.  There are 30 minute session opportunities available, just signify this when answering the question on the form. Sign Up Please use this form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEgSrzc-cS4wJxnfLzjT9FcFGmMGL6R1p_Eh8Uv9a6wA4Kjw/viewform] to sign up to become a host and help us improve the support available to members of our community within the Support Room 24/7.  Once applied, you will be contacted by a project leader who will provide further information and be your point of contact for anything relating to the role unless encouraged otherwise! If you don’t hear anything within 4 days of applying, please do send me a message. Thank you all very much for reading, and helping out in the rooms, also for getting through your own struggles that may still be ongoing. Let’s make the Support Room 24/7 a comfortable place for everyone to seek quality support. Looking forward to any applications.  Also! If you are interested in becoming a project agent (a listener who helps with maintaining project continuity and management) for this, please do send me (Kieran000 [http://7cups.com/@Kieran000]) a message expressing your interest. Previous leaders please do feel free to reach out if you become active again and/or interested again.   Tagging leaders of the Newbie Hub community who may be interested due to the room specified being covered within this community @ASilentObserver @Lou73 @Suryansh @Kenzolena @Antonio7Cups @Benny333 @InsightfulPheonix @KaylaBella @sleepysalem @starryWillow @DanCat1128 @DarkerPlaces @FinalBossoftheVoid @Heartsandrosesandpaws @WinterTheWeasel @calmMango9611 @delicateMonkey @dinosaurBlitz @hopefulDew435 @incredibleRainbows2036 @patientUnicorn3590  Tagging previous leaders and hosts  Taglist: @Angelx28 @AnnaListens06 @Artalistens @ASilentObserver @Banjothebudgie @BlueTurtle5 @Brightheart1116 @bubbleBalsam2789 @bubbles2025 @calmingMermaid5761 @compassionateTree4567 @ConsiderateParadise6717 @crystalclearnow @DrDonut @EmmaE @EmptyAquarium @HeavenAngel17 @HelpfulGem04 @jovialButterfly6752 @Kara13V @kdsyahirah @kieran000 @kkea @lemonbot @lueurspace @mamtasha22 @MidwesternCalmSeeker @MilaTheListener @Mimi @NewPenguin @nvmalexa @nvmvalexa @pastelblue1 @positiveturtles @raspberryCar696 @Saturn0515 @ShiningStars1 @sia1325 @simpingtoillumi @softLion447 @SoulSupporter102 @StarryMilkywaySystem @STriver2022 @Sunisshiningandsoareyou @tac0belle @trustworthysoul @VicK5123 @whenitsdarklookforstars @YoursTruly2000
New Criteria Updates: Group Chats Easier To Access Now!
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 October 24th
...See more Hello everyone, As you all know in Nov 2019, we introduced certain criteria to access group chatrooms. We badge-locked group chatrooms due to safety reasons and to ensure a supportive and friendly environment for the community members. Over two years, group chats [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] went through a lot of changes and improvements. We are grateful to all the members, listeners, and group support leaders who helped to maintain and sustain the safety and support levels and went above and beyond to increase them. Thank you to everyone. I am excited to share that accessing rooms will be easier than ever now. We are making changes to the criteria to access rooms. We are keeping certain criteria to ensure to keep our rooms safe but it is lowered compared to earlier criteria. The new criteria to access member group chatrooms are as follows: Only for Member Group Chats * For Members: (Both Adults and Teens) * * Tier 0 (Accessible by everyone) * Rooms: Sharing Circle, Free Hugs, ASilentObserver Office, Support Session, Special Events * Tier 1 = Basic Chatrooms * Rooms: Support Room 24/7, General Support, Member Community Room * Badges will be required: Either Chief Chat OR First Post OR Complete 10 path steps * Chief Chat: for completing the first conversation 1-1 * First Post: for creating the first Forum Post * Complete 10 path steps * Tier 2 = Topic Chatrooms * All Topic Rooms (Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, LGBTQ+, Disability, Relationship, etc) * Badges will be required: Either Chief Chat or First Post + Compassion Hero badge. * Chief Chat: for completing the first conversation 1-1 * First Post: for creating the first Forum Post * Compassion Hero: for members who have successfully completed the group support compassion course https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMEXP6lopKu4ZJAtmctmwk0vq9Fp7T892gWJteqmQoIJa_Dg/viewform For Listeners in the Member Group Chat (Both Adults and Teens) * Tier 1 = Basic Chatrooms * Sharing Circle, Support Room 24/7, General Support, Member Community Room * Badges Required: Refresher and Community 101 * Refresher: for updating active listening skills with a practice mock chat. https://www.7cups.com/listener/mockchat/ * Community 101: for learning about the 7 Cups community best practices & skills. https://www.7cups.com/listener-community-guide/ * Tier 2 = Topic Chatrooms * Topic Rooms like Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc * Badges Required: Refresher, Community 101, First Chat, and Listener Oath * Listener Oath: for taking the 7 Cups of Tea Listener Oath. https://www.7cups.com/forum/ListenerLearningJourney_149/ChatSupportResources_61/ListenerOath_117/1/ * First Chat: for making it to one chat with a member * Community 101: for learning about the 7 Cups community best practices & skills. https://www.7cups.com/listener-community-guide/ * Refresher: for updating active listening skills with a practice mock chat. https://www.7cups.com/listener/mockchat/ The changes are work-in-progress and will go live soon. I will let you know once the changes are rolled out. With all these changes, we are looking forward to providing better support and making group chatrooms accessible to everyone. PS: All texts in blue color are hyperlinked and clickable!
Community Calendar Updates
by vivelespatates
Last post
 August 1st
...See more Hey all! I'm Vivelespatates [http://www.7cups.com/@vivelespatates] and I'm the new Group Support Mentor in charge of Tockify, our Community Calendar. Here are some new informations concerning our Calendar. For ensuring the calendar is always up to date, some changes are taking place.  - The old weekly repeat were removed since the most of them are no longer taking places. The team leaders are invited to contacted me with their updated team schedule so I can put them back, or just submit them again. Sorry for any inconvenience if some are still taking place as planned. I noticed many events were no longer up to date, so I made a reset.  * if you are leading weekly sessions and don't have a team leader, you also can contact me* How to submit new discussions.  It is the responsibility of Team Leaders to submit the sessions for their team. Otherwise, if your team has no leader, anyone can submit the sessions and no one will penalized for it.  To submit an event, go on tockify.com/7cups [https://tockify.com/7cups] and click "Submit Event" Anyone having trouble with this platform can just contact me, I am there to help!  Fields with some requirements to fill: Name: Make sure to put your 7cups username correctly in the section "Name" or "Note to the calendar owner" so If there is any issue with your subscription, or I need informations, I will contact you on 7cups so we can fix it quickly and easily. Title of Event: Please include the room and age group as well ! (EG: "Teen Healthy Living : Flying Potatoes")  Description: Include the discussion host(s) name, the room and age group. (Eg: "Join Vivelespatates in the Team Healthy Living room for a discussion on Flying Potatoes (room will open 5 minutes before discussion)" ) Date/time: Being careful when entering them. We use Eastern time (US), You can use a time converter to help like worldtimebuddy.com [https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/] All other sections are facultative. If you are struggling, you can always ask me to submit an event or discussion. I will be happy to help. I check the new submission several times a week to ensure the calendar is up to date but I still encourage to submit in advance to make sure it is approved before the event.
Google Calendars - Coming 7cups Events and Discussions
by vivelespatates
Last post
 July 30th
...See more Do you dream to see the coming events and discussions on your google calendar and can set alerts the way you want without miss any discussion or event?  I have a solution for you :)  * Here is the calendar for ADULTS [https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=3911ff5f0cedd315aea771738ca84b586c181ff7f896e1ebf57bc53ca80be616@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York] * And here is the calendar for TEENS [https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=7ab201a4f7cf01fa914416851adb74f069c090ec7a10112d5d0ad4a78f0f219a@group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/New_York] You just need to click the small "+" button in the corner to add the calendar that fit to your age group to your visibles calendars. Once you added them, its easy to show or hide the calendar, as well as setting or not alerts before the events by clicking the bullets next to the calendar of your choice.  Those google calendars contains all same events than in our Community Calendar [https://www.7cups.com/forum/communityCalendar.php] with a link to all their details in Tockify.   * If you are a discussion leader, and dream that all members interested in your discussions see your event starting in 5 minutes, then you only need to submit your events for the coming week before the Sunday on our Community Calendar [https://www.7cups.com/forum/communityCalendar.php] and it will automatically show there too! *
Weekly announcement of coming sessions.
by vivelespatates
Last post
 July 29th
...See more Hey all!  We heard your need for more visibility for your discussions, so in an effort to increase engagement, I will be announcing every Sunday the discussions planned for the coming week (Monday to Sunday). In order to take advantage of this visibility, you will have to make sure to submit your discussions on our community calendar [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportInformationandUpdates_822/CommunityCalendarUpdates_333476/].  Every Sunday, I will make sure to approve the discussions on tockify [https://tockify.com/e/7cups]and make a forum thread with the events coming for the week. If you need to cancel an event that is not going to take place, it's easy to message me, before the Sunday, so I can make sure its not in the thread. Thank you for your collaboration !  I love you all
Exciting News: Streamlined Emergency Request Forms for a Better Community Experience!
by Suryansh
Last post
 December 3rd, 2023
...See more Hello everyone! I hope you are doing well! We're thrilled to share some exciting updates designed to enhance your experience within our community! As part of our ongoing commitment to user-friendliness, we've made significant improvements to our Mod and Doorkeeper emergency request forms. 🚀 What's New? * Unified Request Form: Our Mod and Doorkeeper request forms have now been seamlessly combined into a single, simplified form! This not only streamlines the submission process but also makes it more convenient for you to communicate your needs to our community leaders. * User-Friendly Design: We've revamped the Mod and Doorkeeper emergency request forms, making them more intuitive and straightforward. Now, submitting your requests is easier than ever. * Clearer Communication: By consolidating both forms, we're fostering a more unified and organised communication system within the community, ensuring efficient handling of your requests. 🔗 Direct Link to the New Combined & Simplified Form: Click Here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6mgwzVCA-TTDzahtCH7mXdmxE5jTakstcQDWoQ_nXk2CfdA/viewform] 💡 Why Should You Use the Form? Utilising the simplified, unified form offers several benefits: * Simplified Process: Submitting requests is now even easier with a single, streamlined form. No more navigating between different forms – it's all in one place! * Swift Response: The unified form ensures that community leaders can respond promptly to your requests, addressing concerns in a more timely manner. * Enhanced Community Support: By consolidating the forms, we're fostering a stronger sense of community support, making it simpler for all members, listeners, & leaders to engage effectively. * Improved Transparency: By using the forms, we aim to create a transparent and organised system that enhances the overall experience for everyone. 📊 Leaders, Take Note: To our dedicated leaders in Mod and Doorkeeper roles, your active participation is crucial! While Community Mods will be diligently checking responses during their shifts, we strongly encourage all leaders to set up notification rules and regularly check the dashboard whenever possible. Click here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/Resourcesat7CupstoHelpYou_1275/StepstosetupNotificationRules_248357/] if you would like to know how to set up Notification Rules. 🌟 For Leaders: How Can You Help? * Check the Dashboard regularly: Whenever you are online, check the Responses' Dashboard regularly. Set up Notification Rules to ensure requests aren't missed. Your support here is greatly valued. If you do not have access to the Responses' Dashboard, kindly message me privately. * Encourage Usage: Spread the word within the community about the revamped forms and encourage fellow members to utilise them for emergency requests. * Share the Excitement: Let your friends know about these improvements, fostering a sense of excitement and engagement within our community. * Community Involvement: Take an active role in shaping our community by engaging with the forms and contributing to the ongoing enhancements. 🔗 Explore the New Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6mgwzVCA-TTDzahtCH7mXdmxE5jTakstcQDWoQ_nXk2CfdA/viewform]: To experience the simplicity firsthand, check out the combined and simplified form HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6mgwzVCA-TTDzahtCH7mXdmxE5jTakstcQDWoQ_nXk2CfdA/viewform]. Don't forget to bookmark this link for quick access! A huge shoutout to @ASilentObserver for his tireless efforts in bringing about these positive changes! Let's collectively make our community an even more efficient, supportive, and enjoyable space by embracing these enhancements. To everyone reading the post, we value your opinions! If you have suggestions or ideas for further improvements, please share them with us here by replying to this thread or by messaging us privately. We'd be more than glad to listen and assist you! Thank you for being an integral part of Group Support! Best Regards, Group Support Team!
Group Support Roles Update!
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 August 21st, 2023
...See more Hello everyone, I hope you're all doing well! Today, I wanted to talk to you about a couple of updates we have for our group support roles in terms of training. We've also created a new moderator guide to help moderators navigate their responsibilities effectively. Update I) Group Support roles: Addition of Training Guides Firstly, let's discuss the introduction of additional training in group roles. We understand that as our community grows, it becomes crucial to ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to their roles and responsibilities. By implementing specific training guide completion, we aim to provide a better understanding of the topic. Completion of training guides will be a mandatory process for all applicants who wish to take up a group role. We want to equip our group leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles and contribute positively to our community. The information is now available in both the room supporter and moderator guides. Update II) New Moderator Guide Now, let's move on to the new moderator guide. This guide is updated to assist our moderators in effectively carrying out their responsibilities. Moderators play a crucial role in maintaining the harmony and integrity of our community, and we believe that providing them with a clear set of guidelines will enhance their effectiveness. We believe that these updates will not only streamline our group roles but also foster a stronger sense of community and collaboration. We are committed to continuous improvement and growth. Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication. If you all have any suggestions or ideas to strengthen and support our leaders better, please do share them with us. ------------------------- Apply for Room Supporter here [http://7cups.com/forum/groupmod/ApplicationStation_2417/RoomSupporterUpdatedRequirementsandApplication_247786/] Apply for chatroom moderator here! [http://7cups.com/forum/groupmod/ApplicationStation_2417/ApplyforChatroomModeratorInformationonCommCenteredGlobal_112280/]
What is the "Community Leader" Badge?
by Heather225
Last post
 June 2nd, 2023
...See more Hi, everyone! If you’ve spent time in the rooms, you’ve likely seen some users with a Community Leader role listed under their names. A lot of you have asked what criteria are tied to this. We created the CL badge to act as an umbrella for all group chat badges that used to be visible in the rooms. Fewer badges displaying also reduces the loading rate of a message sent by a user with, for example, 2 or more badges appearing in the room. The CL badge is auto-awarded. Here is the document listing all roles that fall under it. [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B1mgSyCwIYJzeli0bqK2QTB3mRATiBu3DkaYz6lo6h4/] The idea of manual badging has been suggested. However, with all the other significant tech changes in the pipeline, we’re not at a point to consider it. Again, the CL role was invented to cover the groups domain in terms of relevancy, since it’s exclusive to supporting rooms. Sorry, it took us a bit to get to clarifying this. We hope this clears up all confusion!
MHAM 2023: Group Support Event Schedule- (May 01 - 07)
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 May 3rd, 2023
...See more Hello & Happy May everyone! May this month bring a lot of support and awareness toward mental health everywhere! As you may know, Group Support Team organized Mental Health Awareness Event [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/CommunityManagersOffice_2008/Announcing2023MentalHealthAwarenessGroupSupportEvent_303881/?post=3263372], and here is the schedule for the first week of May (May 01-07). ** (TBD stands for to be decided). ▶️ Adult side Schedule- * May 01 (Monday)- Mental Health Awareness with @azuladragon34 at 1.00 PM Eastern time * May 01 (Monday)- Anxiety (Topic TBD) with @FrenchMarbles at 6.00 PM Eastern time * May 03 (Wednesday)- Mental Health Stigma with @azuladragon34 at 1.00 PM Eastern time * May 04 (Thursday)- Depression and Stigma with @ASilentObserver at 12.00 PM Eastern time * May 05 (Friday) - Bipolar (Topic TBD) with @azuladragon34 at 1.00 PM Eastern time * May 06 (Saturday)- Support Networks with @ASilentObserver at 1.00 PM Eastern time * May 07 (Sunday)- Addiction (Topic TBD) with @zaatarHoney and @azuladragon34 at 1.00 PM Eastern time ▶️ Teen side Schedule- * May 01 (Monday) - Mental Health Awareness with @richuyulin & @TabbyCat97 at 2.00 PM Eastern time * May 01 (Monday) - Negative Thinking with @FrenchMarbles at 05.00 PM Eastern time * May 02 (Tuesday) - Anxiety (Topic TBD) with @Erica at 04.00 PM Eastern time * May 03 (Wednesday)- Depression and Everyday Life with @ASilentObserver at 1.00 PM Eastern time * May 05 (Friday) - Mental Health Stigma with @Erica at 7.00 PM Eastern time * May 06 (Saturday)- Label Avoidance with @ASilentObserver at 12.00 PM Eastern time All sessions will take place in Special Events Group Chat. It will be open for 5-10 minutes before the discussion will start. [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] I appreciate all leaders stepping in to facilitate mental health awareness conversations in the community. Please all join and participate in these conversations to spread awareness and support for everyone. Important Note: If you aren't able to attend these scheduled discussions due to time zone and availability limitations, we request you to join Group Chats [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] when you can and share your thoughts and experiences. We are all here to listen to and support you. This post only reflects the first week's schedule, next week's schedule will be posted on May 08 (Monday). All room supporters, chatroom moderators, global moderators, and hosts who are interested to facilitate and host these guided discussions to help us bring more discussions across different time blocks. Here is the signup sheet to pick a discussion topic, date, and time [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mtwj60TpYVgGVc8i50n6VPclRuOMckFBZ2f1H4jyQlE/edit#gid=0]. We would appreciate your support. If you have any questions or thoughts, please feel free to reach out to me (7cups.com/@asilentobserver [/7cups.com/@asilentobserver])
When members act young. In rooms it does not always mean they are under 18
by Heartsandrosesandpaws
Last post
 February 10th, 2023
...See more There have been a trend in group rooms that People jump to conclusions that people that act that they are under 18. It’s not fair to judge people who act young so fast since there are valid reasons why they act younger than are. some. Of reasons are 1 They disabilities or disorders that make them act younger that they are. 2 Some of topics sounds. Younger than what should be the 18+ side. 3 Some members might altars that are younger than 18 or they aged regress. Being accused of being under 18 only maters worse when you over 18. It can make members feel unsafe , judged not wanted and makes them feel uncomfortable. The next obvious question is what can do instead of accusing some one of being under 18? 1 tell one’s self there are many other reasons why someone would act young? 2 be understanding and supportive of the member. 3. Let things play out. 4 only ask if they are under 18 if they clear sign that they are under 18. I hope this will help people Learn how to deal with this better in the rooms. @ASilentObserver [https://www.7cups.com/@ASilentObserver] @ASilentBunny [https://www.7cups.com/@ASilentBunny] @Lou73 [https://www.7cups.com/@Lou73] @Help127 [https://www.7cups.com/@Help127]
Update (Feb 07, 2023): Current Events Support Room
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 February 7th, 2023
...See more Hello Community, I hope everyone is well and staying safe. Today, I am writing this post to share that we are opening the Current Events Support Room to offer our support and care on the stressful situations surrounding the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria. It is a tough time for us. We have been through various challenging and stressful events together, and we will continue to face them head-on. You are not alone. You have our all support. In order to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for everyone, a reminder to please keep discussions focused on your emotions, experiences, and feelings during your share. And in the interest of inclusivity, we ask everyone to be mindful of giving one another an opportunity to share. We hope this room offers your solace during these hard times. We are thinking of you, your families, friends, and loved ones and sending beams and virtual hugs. <3 We are all in this together.
GS Updates Taglist
by Kieran000
Last post
 January 3rd, 2023
...See more Hello everyone. This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. To see the current list, go to Group Support Updates [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?2fd5a3705cf68677e022ad23cb5a36a0]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words “Please add me.” To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, “Please remove me.” By adding yourself to this taglist, you will be tagged in every post regarding important group support room information. Including updates from group community meetings and general updates for the 24/7 rooms. You will receive a notification in the top right of your screen when tagged in a post, you can view these by clicking the bell icon. To ensure you haven't missed the most recent update, check out this post by clicking here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/GroupSupportTeamCommunication_2139/GroupSupportCommunityMeetingUpdates2_278342/].

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