Apps
SMILING MIND
Australia’s leading mindfulness app, Smiling Mind, is targeted to meditation and mindfulness fans of all ages (7 years and up) and experience levels. Developed by psychologists and educators, there’s a focus on assisting users with stress, pressure and daily challenges, and the app can be used in a variety of different settings, such as sport, school or the workplace.
Sessions can be short (there are many options for 10 minutes and under) meaning these are easy to fit into any busy day. Some of the popular programs focus on topics such as relationships, sleep, mindful eating and concentration.
Declutter The Mind
Declutter The Mind is an app that will teach you how to meditate, help you form the habit of a regular practice, and expand your mind to the teachings of mindfulness.
Worry Kit
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Worry Kit is bite-sized mental health for those in-between moments.
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A new approach to mental health designed for those in between moments in life where you need to reset your brain.
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Worry Kit has short (under two minute) activities which are inspired by popular techniques from CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) & ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy). The activities have different approaches and intents, so you can find what you’re looking for when you need it.
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Negative thoughts can overwhelm and paralyze us. Via a variety of therapy-informed techniques, Worry Kit helps you defuse and find relief from your negative thoughts.
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Easily browse and experiment with different activities to find what works for you. Whether you need to visualize a thought floating away, pop bubbles or have a breathing session, Worry Kit has you covered.
SuperBetter
SuperBetter is a tool created by game designers and backed by science. Playing SuperBetter helps build personal resilience: the ability to stay strong, motivated, and optimistic even in the face of difficult challenges. Resilience has a powerful effect on health—by boosting physical and emotional well-being. Resilience also helps you achieve your life goals—by strengthening your social support and increasing your stamina, willpower, and focus. Every aspect of SuperBetter is designed to harness the power of positive emotions and social connection to help you improve your life.
Stop, Breathe & Think
Available for iOS and Android
Price: Free or $10 a month
This app is targeted for young adults, teens and kids. It features meditations based on how you’re feeling physically and emotionally, with most lasting under 15 minutes. There are 34 free sessions, including a Spanish option. And if you’re looking to buy the app, 10% of SBT’s net revenue is shared with Tools for Peace, a non-profit dedicated to helping at-risk youth experience the benefits of meditation and mindfulness.