Intl womans day 2026: give2gain低zych
this year's international women's day theme is "give to gain" which is about how givign helps u get stuff back too. like when u help someone out, they might do the same for you.
on 7 cups this happens all the time. just being there and listening can make a huge difference. small acts of kindness create big ripples.
so give to gain means that by helping others, u also end up growing as a person:
* u feel more purposeful
* stronger bonds with ppl
* learn new things from them
* be part of a kinder community
u don't need to have all the answers. just being there and caring is enough.
so let's think about this:
1) what did u do recently for someone that helped thm out?
2) how did helping them make u feel or change something in ur life?
3) share an instance when another woman supported u or vice versa, and it mattered a lot.
thanks for being here. together we all get stronger.
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1) Recently, I contributed a sum of money to a crowdfunding campaign for someone's surgery.
2) Through this experience, I realized that helping others during difficult times doesn't necessarily have to be financial support.
3) Two women who are not family members played a significant role in shaping my life. They are my teachers, and their encouragement gave me the confidence I needed to succeed. Their influence is evident in the person I am today, as many people acknowledge. One of them encouraged me to give back to the community by joining organizations like 7 Cups, believing that everyone should contribuet in whaever way possible.
1) Oh, I totally forgot my friend left her suitcase before the exam, so I let her use mine-it was super helpful!
2) Every time I help someone, like leaving my suiitcase for my friend, I just feel this warm glow inside and proud of myself.
3) A few years back, a close pal went through a really tough patch. She needed all the support she could get, and watching her struggle made me realize sometimes life throws you unfair challenges. But it's so important to be there and offer that shoulder to lean on-it's something I never forget
Nice post! Anyway, my mom's been dealing with baack and arm pain lately, and the last couple of days have been pretty rough for her. I tried to cheer her up and gave her a massage too, which felt really nice and comforting Honestly,it made me feel super helpful and proud
Remember when I went through that tough period before? It was confusing because I didn't know why I felt so off. Not knowing the reason for everything just made things worse-I'd get frustrated and spiral. When I talked to my friend about it, though, she said it's okay not to always figure out the cause right away, and she told me not to beat myself up over it. That really helped ease some of my anxiety. Now when I'm trying to find reasons again, I approach it from a more reflective place and wiithout being too hard on myself
Anyway, hope you all have an awesome day or whatever time zone you're in!
Got it. So yeah, your brain is like a tiny anxious hamster in a wheel trying to figure stuff out, but it just can't keep up sometimes. Reading up on psychology could be super helpful though-it's like giving that little guy a map instead of a maze. Plus, diving into books about the subconscious? It's mind-blowing how much stuff is stored back there that we're not even aware of. Maybe exploring this more will help you get a grip on things.
my mom rly givs me support for evrything. she neva judges or says harhs stuff. i can tell her anything. shes even helped me walk again after an injury. on bad days, just chilling w/ a cuppa and talkin to her makes things so much better. thx to the peep who made cups
1. Gave someone some words to help them feel less alone.
2. My past pain gave me insights that help others now.
3. Mom and sis take care of me wiht meals and tea
1) helped sum1 see stuff in a better light
2) gained a true friend or fam member that day
3) had big bags on me while boardin train, lady helped with all my luggage and held me as i got on cus scared of the gap, rlly grateful even tho never saw her again
So you know, recently I helped this person by just beeing there while they talked. They sort of opened up about stuff in a way I didn't expect, and it hit me-sometimes people just need someone who's willing to sit and listen without judging.
Honestly, from that little moment, I learned that we rarely have any clue what's happening behnid closed doors with others. You know? It's like, they might not be looking for advice or a fix-all solution, but rather just a quiet place where they can let it all out without feeling weird about it.
And then there was this other time when my awesome lady friend called me up and basically said she knew something was off-I mean, I'm usually pretty good at fending for myself and figuring things out on my own. But this call taught me that sometimes it's okay to admit you're struggling and just need someone who cares enough to hear what's going on inside your head. That little chat really stuck with me-showed me how important it is not to always carry the weight alone.
Oh, this really got to me too- "You don't need perfect advice to help someone. Often, being present, listening, and showing kindness is more than enough." Isn't it true? Sometimes all we can do is be there for each other without judging or fixing everything. It's so comforting to know people are here who understand that feeling.
Thank you to everyone who makes this a safe space, a place where I feel like I'm not alone. It means the world to me.
By the way, what's one tiny thing you've done recently to support someonne else? For me, it's just being there for them whenever thhey need me. Little gestures count a lot, right?
What did that experience give you back? It taught me so much-wisdom, love, and patience.
And speaking of supporting others, what's one time whne another woman made a big difference in your life? For me, it's my mom. Her support has beeen huge for me. I think she's the reason I've become strong and resilient. But everyone's different-I see some people really appreciate that kind of help, while others might not notice or value it as much. It's all about finding what works for each person
