In between our very busy days and hectic schedules, we often don’t take time to care for the most important person- ourselves.
What we often don’t realize is that neglecting our minds can run over into our work life, family life, and in every other aspect.
Taking a little time everyday to cater to ourselves is really all we need, and these super convenient apps can do just the trick.
1. White Noise Lite (Web, iOS, Android, Free)
Proven to block out distractions from crying to phones ringing, white noise is widely used in offices, hospitals and homes to improve focus and induce calm. White Noise Lite offers over 40 sounds from the sounds of rain showers to even an oscillating fan.
2. Calm (Web, iOS, Android, Free)
While white noise helps some people relax, it annoys others. If you are one of those people, try Calm instead. As opposed to static-like noise, Calm offers serene musical notes with calming imagery.
3. MindMeister (Web, iOS, Android, Free)
Before you can clear your mind, you must identify exactly what’s cluttering your thoughts. This app encourages mind mapping, which is a technique that creates visuals of your thoughts, and helps unclutter whatever is creating a mental traffic jam.
4. Breathe2Relax (iOS and Android, Free)
This app is good for anyone who wants to practice deep breathing, called diaphragmatic breathing. This type of breathing has been shown to reduce anxiety and stress while inducing calm.
5. Memoires: the Diary (Android, Free)
Keeping a journal is a great way to clear your mind, and psychologists have been recommending it for decades. This app melds traditional diary-like qualities with the digital advancements of today, and allows you to record daily text or audio entries, keep tabs on the weather and attach files or photos to diary notes.
6. Diaro (Web, iOS, Android, Free)
For a diary app that works on any device, look no further than Diaro. Diaro allows you to tag notes, add photos and tag locations, and is available in 30 different languages.
7. Headspace (Web, iOS, Android, Free)
Headspace’s free version includes ten 10-minute meditation sessions and an introductory course on meditation. It’s perfect for anyone new to meditation to try it out and see what it’s really about. Headspace also address certain areas of life associated with relationships and health, by integrating mindfulness meditation.
8. Relax & Rest Guided Meditations (iOS,Android, $1.99)
Rest & Relax is a guided meditation app designed to help you unwind at any time of the day. It helps users reduce stress and improve sleep by focusing on calming sounds and breathing.
Are there any other calming and relaxation apps that we missed? Share with us in the comments below.
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