Body Doubling Support Groups Online

Welcome to The Real Deal, where real people, real talk, and real support come together, especially when life gets a little unreal! This is a relaxed, low-pressure space to enjoy some conversation, connect with others, and get things done. Whether you're doing art, catching up on paperwork, or tackling another project, you're welcome here. Before we get started, I want to go over a few rules to keep this space safe and comfortable for everyone. No observers: This is a peer support group, not a research study. We're people, not lab rats! Cameras: For everyone's safety, please briefly show your face during introductions so we know who's in the space. After introductions, you're welcome to turn your camera off. If you can't or don't want to show your face, that's okay, but this group may not be the right fit tonight, and you're welcome to leave. Please be kind and respectful. We're here to support each other, not debate, judge, or invalidate anyone's experiences. Please speak from your own experience and don't give unsolicited advice. If you're bringing up something potentially triggering, please say "trigger warning," name the topic, and give people about five seconds to mute or step away. Please avoid graphic details. Sharing is optional, and listening counts as participation. Making room for everyone: Since we're a larger group, I want to make sure everyone feels supported and heard. After introductions, you don't need to raise your hand to speak, but please be mindful of not talking over each other. Silence doesn't always need to be filled; sometimes leaving a little room makes it easier for quieter people to join in. If you have something to share but find it difficult to jump into the conversation, you're always welcome to raise your hand, and I'll make sure you get a chance to speak. If things get too noisy or people are having trouble getting a word in, we'll switch to raising hands. And if everyone would prefer something a little quieter, we can switch to a relaxing game instead. Please keep anything personal shared here confidential. How tonight will work: We'll start with introductions and a quick check-in, then spend most of our time on our projects while chatting. You're welcome to participate in the conversation, quietly create, or simply listen. There's no pressure to share. For introductions, share your name, where you're joining from, your pronouns if you'd like, and your answer to tonight's question: Okay, let's get started!