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by Hope
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 5 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone, I hope you all are well. Did you know you can follow 7 Cups on your favorite social media platforms? Social media can be a mixed place, on one end we can find accounts/pages related to all of our favorite things but on the other hand, it can make us compare ourselves to others and sometimes interact with less than positive content. On our social media accounts, we share positive content focusing on inspirational quotes, the great things happening in our community, and what's up in the mental health world with a little fun in between. Our aim is to provide you with content that is good for your mental health. Following 7Cups social media accounts not only makes a positive impact on your feed, but it also helps us reach more people. More people can know about our platform and can benefit from our mission. That's quite a win, win if you ask me! To acknowledge and show our appreciation for the support you show you and us! Everyone who follows the following social media accounts will receive the ‘Super Supporter badge' Instagram - @7Cups [https://www.instagram.com/7cups/] Twitter - @7Cups [https://twitter.com/7cups] & @7CupsTeen [https://twitter.com/7CupsTeen] Facebook - 7CupsOfTea [https://www.facebook.com/7CupsOfTea/] Youtube - 7 Cups of Tea [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYsco2bYgzQzUsLnaO899Qg] LinkedIn - 7-cups [https://www.linkedin.com/company/7-cups] You can also follow 7 Cups Academy on LinkedIn! 7-cups-academy [https://www.linkedin.com/company/7-cups-academy/] Step 1) Hit follow! (We understand that not everyone has accounts on all social media platforms so you can follow the ones that you have accounts on) Step 2) Reply to this thread and let us know that you have followed us!
December 2024 Community Update!
by GlenM
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more Dear Community I enjoyed celebrating Cupsgiving with all of you! A big thank you to all the people that cooked the meals, shared the pies/cookies, and took part in all of the programming. It was great to read the forum posts highlighting the impact of gratitude and generosity! The big news in our world is that we released our local support systems. This is version 1 of us working to bridge online care with offline care. Many people come to 7 Cups looking for help on the ground - they might need access to a food pantry, a shelter, a therapist, a treatment center, or a faith organization. We often make referrals to these places, but we can now do it in a more deliberate manner. Also, you’ll notice if you click here: 7cups.com/local [http://7cups.com/local], you’ll see that we have the beginnings of a parallel mental health system for each country (and many states in the US). We are highlighting the number of people we’ve helped, the number of listeners, and the top 50 mental health issues for each state or country. We hope that these pages become hubs for local support resources so that people can get better help. Feedback and ideas on how we could make this better are very welcome! Last, we are also working on a simple but powerful intervention we are calling the transformation wheel. I’ve asked the team and ambassadors to help me strengthen it before I share it more broadly. Look for more on this in the next week or two. With gratitude, GlenM H Happy Cupsgiving! I hope you’ve been enjoying all the gratitude events our wonderful community has put on. There’s plenty more to look forward to with Cupsmas so keep your eyes out for announcements, and I am excited to be out there celebrating with you! Speaking of gratitude, our caring community is at work each day supporting and uplifting each other through various acts of compassion. Listeners, leaders, and members alike - it could be anyone making a difference through little acts of kindness. I rolled out a recognition activity to catch these moments and tag them! This is community-wide and runs through the end of the year so bookmark/subscribe to this post (Caught You Kind) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/projectsandevents/CommunityActivitiesEvents_1908/JoinOurCaughtYouKindRecognitionCampaign_340430/] and let someone know you see them! The Welcome Committee has been a smashing success! Since its launch in July, our team has welcomed over 19,000+ new members! That's a staggering number, representing 19,000+ unique personal messages. But more importantly, these outreaches have created a vital bridge between newcomers and the 7 Cups community. By reaching out personally, Welcome Committee members are helping our new members feel seen, supported, and equipped to navigate the platform. This warm welcome makes acclimating to 7 Cups a smoother experience, encouraging them to participate and benefit from all the amazing resources and connections available. We need more folks to ramp up our efforts and cover more ground. If you're a Verified Listener, please consider joining us: apply here! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/TheWelcomeCommitteeTeam_2670/CallingAllVerifiedListenersHelpWantedonthe7CupsWelcomeCommittee_332406/] Are you a new member who has been greeted by the WC? Drop a reply after reading this post to let me know! And do check out our top greeters of the month here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/welcome/TheWelcomeCommitteeTeam_2670/CongratulationstoourNovemberWelcomeCommitteeTeamMemberMilestones_340504/]! Hope One of the most exciting news from November is the launch of the 7 Cups scholarship! The 7 Cups Scholarship reflects our commitment to empowering future mental health leaders by supporting students and future students in pursuing a mental health-related program. Open to both people in and outside the USA. Join us in shaping a brighter future for mental health care! More info can be found here [https://www.7cups.com/academy/] (info comes right after university logos listed on the page) It has been an eventful month on the teen side! Quests of Kindness continued with Weeks 2, 3, and 4 going live. Week 2 focused on kindness towards others, Week 3 on cultivating optimism, and Week 4 on building resilience. Teens and adult-teen listeners can still participate and catch up on tasks, the deadline to complete the challenge is December 15, 2024. We also launched Mission Revive TL, aimed at making the teen listener room a more engaging and supportive space. Interested in contributing? You can join the efforts here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/teens/TeenZoneCommunityTeam_590/MissionRevivingTLisBackbutonlyforalimitedTime_340860] Additionally, The Leadership Development Program (LDP) has adjusted its entry requirements, members can now join after just two weeks on 7 Cups (previously one month) The workshop series is getting quite some interest from our community users. In light of the efforts of participants and received interest, the deadline to complete all participation is extended from November 30, 2024, to December 8, 2024. You can check out all the workshops being offered here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/community/General_2530/Allforumworkshopseriesnowavailableforalimitedtime_338545/?p=2] One of the most exciting happenings of November has been the updated 7 Cups Academy page! Check it out here  [https://www.7cups.com/academy/] Obs Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I am grateful for everyone and their compassionate presence and empowering efforts in the group support chat. You make a huge difference in someone’s day to make it comforting and caring. Let’s continue to spread positivity and compassion everywhere.   This month we celebrated Cupsgiving and were thankful to all who participated in the group discussions [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/General_2446/JoinusfortheCupsgivingCelebrationintheGroupSupportChats_339964/], fun activities [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/WouldyouratherpollThanksgivingedition_340956/], and gratitude shares [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/Cupsgiving2024Thankyouforsharing_341128/]. This time of the year is magical as everyone comes together to reflect and share what they are grateful for. If you haven’t shared yours yet, please share here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/Cupsgiving2024Thankyouforsharing_341128/]!  Also, 100+ members took the Compassion quiz and earned the shiny badge, “Compassion Hero”. This quiz is a good way to evaluate how compassionate you are. Everyone who has taken the quiz so far loved it and as per their feedback and suggestions, we will be releasing the second compassion quiz by the end of December 2024. We are close to 300 compassionate heroes so far, We are looking forward to getting 500+ compassionate heroes by the end of the year.  If you are a member and you haven’t attempted the quiz yet, give it a try here [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMEXP6lopKu4ZJAtmctmwk0vq9Fp7T892gWJteqmQoIJa_Dg/viewform]!  And, we are working on reviving the Birthday Team to celebrate the birthday of the members and listeners with the community. If anyone is interested in joining the team, please feel free to send me a message at 7cups.com/@ASilentObserver [http://7cups.com/@ASilentObserver] We will be sharing more info and updates soon with you.  SoulfullyAButterfly This month, we have published a press release [https://www.prunderground.com/7-cups-wraps-up-month-long-thanksgiving-celebration-cupsgiving-highlighting-gratitude-and-mental-health-support/00345523/] marking the annual Cupsgiving events to share the spirit of community and support during Thanksgiving and beyond.  Another update is that we have changed our Youtube handle to @7CupsCommunity to represent our community and continue to spread word about it. As the end of the year approaches, we have some exciting updates and events being planned - from the online therapy community celebrating 25 Days of Gratitude, Self-Care and Personal Growth [https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/Day125DaysofGratitudeSelfCareandPersonalGrowthfor2024_341520/] as well as some closed group huddles - stay tuned for great content and ways to end the year on an insightful note.  Evelyne  Care Team: We are still working on onboarding a few new applicants. We are also onboarding sleepysalem as a Project Agent! We are going to send out the long refresher very shortly for everyone to complete. We hit a new high of requests taken in 3 months! Safety Team: We added Kieran as a PA and he has already been making excellent progress as a leader! He's hosted a discussion (that was very well received) and has made a forum post promoting the team 🌟 AE: This month we've welcomed three new team members to AE.  We're happy to have @DragonspanAnge, @EventHorizon, and @AGentleGlow on the team and we're very excited to watch them grow and evolve throughout their time here.    CheeryMango Upcoming Events: * Cupsmas: December 1st-25th Community Launch: In the coming weeks, we will be launching the Men's Issues community. This initiative aims to create a supportive space for discussing topics relevant to men’s experiences and challenges. We encourage everyone to participate and share their insights. A friendly reminder for all forum supporters, community mentors and community mentor leaders are asked to fill out the Subcommunity Leadership Check-In Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/u/2/d/1IiVSq3OubFdfQ1nkI8ZHCy_QXABHXyyz55JKRRAEu50/viewform?usp=mail_response_notification&edit_requested=true] for the month of November so we can keep updated on what’s going on in your team and roles and see how we can offer our assistance.  Lastly, if you notice or experience any difficulties while using the forums, please help us to track and report any bugs in this thread. A gentle reminder when reporting bugs or issues, please give as much detail like time and location as to where it was experienced and include screenshots or any error codes so we can properly investigate it. Thank you for your continued support and here’s to what the new month brings.
Take 5 to Thrive (and get the Gratitude badge)!
by Heather225
Last post
 2 days ago
...See more 7 Cups runs on generosity and gratitude. All of us have big hearts and we look out for one another. In turn, we are champions at expressing gratitude and appreciation.  We have partnered with some researchers who are pioneering a new gratitude intervention. This takes you offsite to a research site called Qualitrics. The intervention just takes a few minutes. When done, please come back to this thread and post that you completed the survey and anything that you found interesting about the intervention.  We will then award you the gratitude badge (officially titled Survey Starin 7 Cups speak) in the coming days! Take the survey here! [https://www.7cups.com/survey/take5/] This opportunity is available to all users (members/listeners). You must be at least 18 to take part. Thank you all for your help! The more ways we can increase generosity and gratitude on 7 Cups the more people we can help. 
Breaking the Comparison Cycle
by Heather225
Last post
 November 9th
...See more Comparison is one of the easiest traps to get stuck in, nowadays more than ever. We see friends, family, and even strangers out there achieving great things (or things we consider to be great). Next to them, we start to believe that our lives aren’t as fulfilling because we’re not doing this, we don’t own that, we don’t look like them, etc. From these feelings of inadequacy, jealousy and self-doubt we create patterns of negative thoughts, and it becomes a vicious cycle. But here’s the thing: everyone’s journey is unique. What may look perfect from the outside is often a carefully curated image. Behind the scenes, people are facing their own challenges, doubts, and insecurities Social media has really amplified the comparison mindset, what with being constantly bombarded with images of people living dream lives. But it’s crucial to your mental health to remember that these platforms often present a distorted reality. What we see online is often a highlight reel that’s edited to showcase the best moments, and only those. People show you what they want you to see. And as tempting as it is, as instinctive as it’s become, endless scrolling does not help. (And if you feel called out, don’t worry - I am guilty of this too.) You've got too much to do for that. You've got activities to find and hobbies that bring you joy. You've got people to meet (maybe even here!), and a life to build undistracted by what other people are doing. Spending time comparing yourself to someone else is time lost to your own growth. What makes it easier for me is trying to view these ideal-looking people as motivation to light a fire in met. I don’t want to become them. I want to aspire to be the best version of myself. For instance, someone who’s become a published writer inspires me to want to set my goals and actually be proactive about them. My path is different, but if I don’t try, I won’t even begin. The same can be said about so many other things we fall prey to when we compare ourselves to people when, in fact, we’re all on our own journeys. You can’t change your past. You can’t jump onto someone else’s path and expect to emulate them down to the last step.  Your worth is not determined by your achievements or possessions, or your appearance. It’s found in your kindness, your resilience, and your unique qualities. Try to let go of unrealistic expectations, focus on the path in front of you, and invest in yourself. You are enough.
Community Leadership and Domains Roster (2024)
by Heather225
Last post
 September 28th
...See more Hello, everyone! We have compiled an updated list of our current leaders in domains as a quick reference for the community to clarify who we can go to for what! Please see this document HERE [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vNaQSyebEDeB3HLXlUv6JNvPLOtNq-29bamX3gH4GEU/edit] Accessibility is super important to me so if you have any issues viewing this document, let me know.
It's Not Your Fault
by Heather225
Last post
 September 20th
...See more It’s not your fault. What has happened to you is not your fault. The challenges and hardships you’ve endured at the hands of someone else are not a reflection of your character. The harm that’s been done is not a testament to your worth. I can say this because I’ve been there, too. I wrestled with self-loathing for years. I was raised in a toxic abusive environment by parents who were not equipped for the job. They fought relentlessly with the use of emotional warfare with no regard for what I heard and what they subjected me to. I was helpless to do anything to stop the hostility. It was over my head. They used threats I could not hope to understand until I was an adult. Only after gaining distance from them both could I look back on that part of my life and piece together the puzzle I hadn't been able to see when I was stuck in the middle of it. Unfortunately, once I put it together and viewed the full picture, I started blaming myself for all the things that I believed that maybe, just maybe, I could have prevented, if I just said this, or did that. What if I had just been more assertive? What if I had just said no? What if, what if, what ifs ruled my thoughts, clouding my judgment, and instead of being the closest friend I needed to be, to the inner child relying on me, I was making an enemy out of myself. I did quite a bit of soul-searching, but the reality is it took people around me—external voices—who heard my story to give me perspective and show me that I was hurting myself. You were a child. How were you supposed to know?  It hit home. I was a child. Accepting that was hard but in doing so, I took the first step to forgive myself for the pain I put myself through. The sky opened, and a shower of catharsis washed over me. For the first time, I felt this wonderful freeing thing called validation.  Feeling validated roused this sense of empowerment and ignited a newfound curiosity to find out if I was not as alone as I led myself to believe through my pain-driven isolation. I sought out to hear other stories. I listened to countless cases of similar suffering and as heartbreaking as it was to hear them, it was deeply soothing to realize that I am not alone. Not at all. I just needed to open up and talk. By recognizing that I was a survivor, I could release the unnecessary burden of guilt, shame, and self-hatred. I can’t begin to know what you’re going through, but what I do know is that you are not responsible for the actions others have taken. For whoever needs to hear this: you did only what you knew how to do. You did the best you could with what you had. Sometimes, bad things happen to good people, and there’s nothing you could have done to avoid it. It's okay to acknowledge that and to give yourself grace. You can’t change your past, but as they say, “hindsight is 20/20.” You are accountable for one person: you. Let go of what you think you could have done, and focus on what you can do now, and you’ll find glimmers of hope where there weren’t before. You may even find some of those glimmers right here in our community. It’s not your fault. Don’t be afraid to break the cycle and cut yourself loose because you will not fall. We will be waiting here to catch you. It’s one of the bravest most empowering things you could ever do. - To those who are struggling, I hope reading this brings you comfort, and return to this post whenever you need a reminder to practice self-compassion. 💙
From Rock Bottom to Here: While I Breathe, I Hope
by Heather225
Last post
 May 23rd
...See more Life for me has been a series of challenges, hardships, waiting games, and setbacks.  My upbringing was not easy or healthy; I was raised in an unstable environment with this undercurrent of fear and anxiety I didn’t even fully understand. I lived in this fear and anxiety well into my teenage years (when I needed support most, as I am sure many of you can relate to, now or in your past). That’s when everything finally broke down. I lost everything I did have and was displaced in the world. I had to learn things the hard way. I had to basically learn how to live. There were times when I agonized, “how can I do this? Will I ever make it?” I was at my lowest. I hit rock bottom, what felt to me like the lowest pit, in the darkest depths—sitting in the proverbial well looking up, seeing the light so far away. It seemed impossible to reach, to get out.   But in the midst of this, something was flickering inside me, some indescribable impulse, some spark of yearning, something saying, “don’t give up.” There’s a powerful scene in the Sandman series (Neil Gaiman) in which the King of Dreams challenges Lucifer Morningstar to a battle of wits to reacquire a stolen item from one of Lucifer’s minions. The battle requires each combatant to conjure up and embody an idea or entity that overwhelms the opponent in the cosmic stage; for example, when Dream says “I am a world” (meaning planet), Lucifer counters with “I am a nova, planet-killer.” This game of conversational one-upmanship also has physical consequences, as each exchange increasingly injures the combatants. In the last round, when Lucifer embodies “anti-life” (“the dark at the end of everything”) and Dream stands at the edge of defeat (and death), at what seems like the end, he says, “I am hope.” “What is it that kills hope?” Dream asks; Lucifer accepts defeat. Hope, in the context of our existence, is the belief that your life has purpose (spoiler alert: every one of us does). Hope is the assertion that life is worth living, even if you haven’t found that purpose yet. There's a Latin phrase that I keep close to my heart in times of doubt: dum spiro, spero. "While I breathe, I hope." As long as we're alive (breathing), there's always reason for hope.  Whether it’s a loved one who believes in you, faith in a higher power, or that little voice fighting for you, let these forces guide you. You’ll hit hard times. Pull from that strength and trust that you are stronger than you think. Rarely does anything break that can’t be fixed. I’ve felt like I would break so many times throughout my life, that life itself would break me, but looking back I am more resilient for everything I’ve been through, and I did it hoping that I would one day be exactly where I am now—still here, wiser, and maybe even a little impressed with myself. There will be darkness, disasters, war, and pain, and it will feel unbearable but it’s not the end.  The beautiful thing about hope is it allows us to dream about the possibilities of a brighter future. If you’re someone who’s been disappointed and disillusioned by being oversold on the idea of hope of a grand future, you’re not alone. Hope isn’t about waving a magic wand, or just sitting by and wishing. It’s in small steps, identifying and stacking up all the little wins (start with getting out of bed!), and finding things to be grateful for. It’s not glamorous like media might promise, and it shouldn’t be. Hope is something we do. I am hopeful that no matter what you’re going through, you won’t give up. - Let's reflect! If comfortable, please answer any of these that resonate with you. 💗 Have you faced similar experiences in your life? 💗 Is there anything you tell yourself or ways you cope with hardship? 💗 Thinking back on a particularly challenging time, what small step did you take that helped keep hope alive?
What's some life advice you've heard, read or have told others?
by Heather225
Last post
 April 14th
...See more Life's a journey, and sometimes a little advice from a fellow traveler can be a big help. Our community is a global melting pot of wisdom. I'm inviting everyone to share yours. Whether it's a quote you stumbled upon, a lesson someone's taught you or something you've learned through experience, let's spin a thread of helpful advice and life mottos. If you see one that resonates with you, drop it a heart and reply to them! And tag someone you know to share with us!
Happy Allentine's, 7 Cups Family!
by Heather225
Last post
 March 11th
...See more Happy Valentine's Day—or as I like to call it, Allentine's Day or Palentine's Day—everyone!  Today, let's remember that love comes in many forms, It's about the love we share with friends, family, pets, and (most importantly) ourselves.  For those who might be feeling down or lonely on this day, please know that you're not alone. Everything we do in this community has been built on the foundation of love. We help because we care. We listen out of compassion. We strive to understand because we want to be empathetic. Love translates into the actions we take every day across the platform. In honor of the day, and Kindness Week overall, tell me: 💗In what ways do you like to show love in our community? 💗Practicing self-care: how do you show kindness to yourself, especially on the tougher days? 💗Bonus: Tag someone you feel needs to see this post and toss in a kind word about them!
2024: Finish the sentence...
by Heather225
Last post
 February 25th
...See more As we close out 2023, I wanted to do a mini-reflection exercise with you just to get you thinking ahead. Finish the sentences! What's the first thing that comes to mind? That may be what you want to focus on. If you're the type who prefers to really think about it, that's good too! At the end of the sentences, you should have an idea of what you want to work on this year. ⭐ In 2024 I would like to... ⭐ To do this, I need to... My tip is to focus on wellness over resolutions. What do you want to work on and how do you plan to get there? Revisit your reply to this post often to make sure you're still going in the right direction. Monitoring your progress is key to creating lasting change!
Help Wanted: Community-Generated Resources Collection Database Form!
by Heather225
Last post
 January 23rd
...See more If you cannot view the text below, visit this form link. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform] Our community is a melting pot of creativity, innovation, information and overall great content. We’ve got so much going on (lucky for us!) that it can be difficult to bring it all together and make it easily discoverable To improve community organization and visibility, we'd like to (over time) compile a list of all of the resources that we are actively circulating. These can be listener resources, member, and leader. By resources, I’m referring to the many google docs and sheets we as a beautiful patchwork quilt community have generated over the years. Over our 11 years of development, and with the coming and going of leaders, these docs and sheets have multiplied, duplicated, and become outdated, and the goal is for our users to receive the most recent information possible (which is a big feat and always a work-in-progress, I know!). We're starting small with a suggestion form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform]! If you're unsure of what constitutes a resource, here are examples: Master lists Crisis and Hotlines spreadsheet [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1111z8brHtY2wphqibHXoxo8t45ExFbm5K_rVimZKwiA/edit#gid=1239984559] New Listener Resources/Links [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LTMvBFOgWICNHLlfNvzeQf2vkF3PPRn_jQUxJxjASOk/edit] Listener Primer [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nXShObboR646WnkXOdY1FwmCXyYbmPwii3ZtRGqwFhk/edit] Guides Listener Welcome Pack [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dJwbNslw0nzUKqts1caZ477H3p4tpKQnB6Fkgg1QR44/edit#heading=h.yr53xbsmhz17] Member Welcome Pack [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CL9Yu_6zixlapOjdrhCgKLy9JN5wY3HWdrGH7PIO2WI/edit#heading=h.p2ah3g8frtbm] Handbooks Forum Handbook [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7cupsleadership/ForumGuides_2597/StrugglingwiththeforumsFindyourhandbookhere_309768/] If it educates and informs, suggest it! You can submit as many as you like whenever you like HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFTzRyRtuHCG4BwpTw-j-SnyaeLzZVQ0zBgPtGoa5UGvf07g/viewform]. Thanks for your help!
2023: Finish the sentence...
by Heather225
Last post
 December 23rd, 2023
...See more Happy New Year!! I hope you're off to a good start! I wanted to do a mini-reflection exercise with you just to get you thinking ahead. Finish the sentences! What's the first thing that comes to mind? That may be what you want to focus on. If you're the type who prefers to really think about it, that's good too! At the end of the sentences, you should have an idea of what you want to work on this year. ⭐ In 2023 I would like to... ⭐ To do this, I need to... My tip is to focus on wellness over resolutions. What do you want to work on and how do you plan to get there? Revisit your reply to this post often to make sure you're still going in the right direction. Monitoring your progress is key to creating lasting change!
Leading with Your Strengths: How Personality Shapes Leadership Style (for Listener and Members!)
by Heather225
Last post
 December 13th, 2023
...See more Leadership isn't one-size-fits-all. What works for one leader might not work for another, and that's okay!  For instance, I am generally referred to as a quiet leader. This style is characterized by modesty, introspection, and collaboration. Unlike the more commonly understood extroverted leader, quiet leaders operate with subtlety and influence. They may not seek the spotlight, but they are effective in building trust, fostering a positive work environment, and achieving results. Maybe that’s you, too! The key is to understand your own personality and find a leadership style that complements it. There are numerous personality and leadership style tests out there, and I recommend trying out as many as you can to expand your learning. For this post, I’ll break down the 4 common personality types and the leadership styles that best suit them: 1. The Analyzer: Personality traits: Logical, detail-oriented, introverted, cautious Best leadership style: Democratic Why it fits: Democratic leaders encourage participation from their team members, allowing them to analyze information and make informed decisions. This aligns perfectly with the Analyzer's personality. 2. The Driver: Personality traits: Ambitious, assertive, results-oriented, competitive Best leadership style: Pacesetting Why it fits: Pacesetting leaders set high standards and push their teams to achieve them. This motivates Drivers and helps them thrive in a fast-paced environment. 3. The Amiable: Personality traits: Cooperative, empathetic, people-oriented, harmonizing Best leadership style: Affiliative Why it fits: Affiliative leaders create a positive work environment and prioritize team building. This allows Amiables to build strong relationships and foster a sense of belonging within their team. 4. The Expressive: Personality traits: Creative, enthusiastic, visionary, persuasive Best leadership style: Transformational Why it fits: Transformational leaders inspire and motivate others to achieve their full potential. This aligns with the Expressive's passion for innovation and their desire to make a difference. Remember: These are just general guidelines. There are many other leadership styles out there, and you may find that you fit into a combination of different types! Try on all the clothes, I say, and mix and match! The most important thing is to be authentic and lead in a way that feels natural to you. Leadership doesn't come naturally. It's often built. It's what you become! Yes, you reading, even you! 😝 Which of the 4 personality types here resonates with you? Did you learn anything new from this post? Reply below!
7 Cups Member Roles Masterlist
by Heather225
Last post
 November 30th, 2023
...See more I have compiled this post to bring visibility to leadership opportunities our members can get involved in. Peer Appreciation ☆General Information [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/InvitingTeamMembersforPeerAppreciationProgram_262624/] ☆Peer Appreciation Program Thread [https://www.7cups.com/forum/gratitude/AppreciationProgram_2310/PeerAppreciationProgram_262230/] ☆Application form [https://tinyurl.com/SmileSpreaderRole] Forum Supporter A forum supporter is a leader who focuses on 1-3 subcommunities and maintains engagement in the forums by posting and replying to threads with compassion and support. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/LeadershipResourcesWhomToContact_2404/UpdatedSubcommunityTrackLeadershipRolesMasterpost2022_289838/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehAkk72S0RWV1oQ5zShECQ6s-_fDYaxPE974iHorzqNRo1Ag/viewform?usp=send_form] Community Mentor If you’re passionate about growing and developing a certain community, then this is your opportunity. You’ll be responsible for overseeing the activity and safety in your chosen area and you’ll work closely with the Community Mentor Leader, Forum Supporters, and Project Agents to bring supportive posts and events daily. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsLeadership_188/LeadershipResourcesWhomToContact_2404/UpdatedSubcommunityTrackLeadershipRolesMasterpost2022_289838/]| Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehAkk72S0RWV1oQ5zShECQ6s-_fDYaxPE974iHorzqNRo1Ag/viewform] Room Supporter 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. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/GroupSupport_168/ApplicationStation_2148/RoomSupporterUpdatedRequirementsandApplication_247786/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetyJ7jp7W52-EIpqvFYLhfmpsgTW4BbzUwmi9r22OQ9AdH8w/viewform] Sharing Circle Host Sharing Circles (part of Group Support) are unique support sessions in which members join a queue run by the discussion leader and share whatever is on their mind. We intend for these activities to be easily run by anyone within the community. The requirements are simple and very achievable to become a host and join the Sharing Circle Team. Info [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10oh0pBR1rt9C6tMAhRvjF1TfgAEHbyDQyimizN4hdfU/edit#slide=id.g20f989cfec2_3_25] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPe2N1QUjB_KEFF_EhAtZymtydkkIFlruU7u0lC35q4eTztA/viewform] Mega Member Members who are regularly taking growth path steps, talking to listeners as members, participating in the group support chat rooms or forums and also contributing to the community in their own special ways to support and improve the community. Mega Member would be equivalent to the Mentor role of the Listener side. Info [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/ApplicationStation_2417/ReintroducingMegaMembersALeadershipOpportunityForMembers_257155/] | Application [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScH8PYRsdN49fix8FVUiZ1A3vIz8WpQtdPP_YhIGytJRTGbnQ/viewform] If in doubt, consult with the project lead on whether or not the role is member-inclusive! If I have missed anything here, please let me know.
Some handy dandy life tips from H!
by Heather225
Last post
 November 13th, 2023
...See more Based on the feedback I hear in the community and just my overall observation of themes I see surface out here, I wanted to impart a bit of wisdom and maybe even reminders to some folks. In no particular order... 🥁 ⭐ There is no one-size-fits-all approach to self-care. Everyone does it differently. Some like cozy socks and Netflix, and others like to push their bodies to the limits with long arduous hikes. What sparks joy and brings peace to one person may not be someone else's cup of tea. Explore the many options and listen to your mind and your body. ⭐ You are not your mistakes. Your mistakes are lessons, and if you learned your lesson, that's all that counts. People learn, and they grow, and they become better. If anything, the mistakes and failures give you relatable experience. Don't beat yourself up over the past. All we've got is the present, and you should define yourself by what you do here and now. ⭐ Growth, funny enough, often occurs from discomfort. Embrace the challenges that come your way, as they're often the path to personal development. ⭐ Accountability isn't a bad word. It means taking responsibility for both your successes and failures. By evaluating your actions and their outcomes, you can identify areas where you can improve yourself, and the more you acknowledge yourself the more self-aware you become.  ⭐ Never leave the house without having put on sunscreen. ⭐ No one stops a person carrying a pizza. It can get you backstage to concerts. (Don't listen to that.) I hope some of these resonate with you, and if you enjoy reading these, I'll continue to drop nuggets of wisdom in the replies. In the meantime, please share some of your tips and tricks! As a global community, we have the biggest knowledge base here - let's share and evolve together.

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