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▸ your emotional history
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feel it.
guide it.

A guided 5-step practice to understand and regulate your emotions. 12 science-backed techniques, step by step.

take a breath

Let's get you in the
right frame of mind.

Would you like some music
to set the tone?

01 / identify

what are you feeling?

Choose the emotion that resonates most right now. All feelings are valid here.

Positive
Joyful
Grateful
Calm
Hopeful
Neutral
?
Confused
Tired
Numb
Restless
Difficult
Anxious
Sad
Angry
Overwhelmed
...
something else
type your own emotion
02 / intensity
Anxious

How intense is this?

Rate from 1 (barely noticeable) to 10 (overwhelming).

5
MildModerateIntense
Moderate — manageable with the right tools.
"Emotions are data, not directives."
— Susan David
03 / triggers

what triggered this?

Select all that apply — positive or negative. All are worth noticing.

✦ positive triggers
Good news
Achievement
Connection
Gratitude moment
Creative flow
Physical wellbeing
Nature / outdoors
Unexpected joy
Progress made
✦ difficult triggers
Work stress
Relationship tension
Health concern
Sleep issues
Financial worry
Family tension
Unexpected news
Social situation
Loneliness
Physical pain
Overwhelm
Unclear reason
04 / strategy

what feels right?

Pick a category — then choose a specific technique.

🌬️
Breathing
Calm your nervous system
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Mindfulness
Ground into the present
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Movement
Release through the body
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Creative
Express & process emotions
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Cognitive
Reframe your thoughts
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Positive Uplift
Lift mood & spirit
04 / technique

Choose a technique

Tap one to see how it works, then start the exercise.

Exercise · Deep Breathing
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Deep Breathing

Stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system — slowing heart rate and lowering blood pressure.

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Guided voiceover
Hear a gentle guide talk you through this
tap to begin
Ready when you are
Inhale 4 · Hold 4 · Exhale 6

How to tell it's working

You'll notice a reduction in tension, a slower heart rate, and a sense of calm after just a few cycles.

Exercise · Box Breathing

Box Breathing

Regulates oxygen levels and calms the mind through focused 4-4-4-4 breathing.

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Guided voiceover
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tap to start
4-4-4-4 rhythm
Cycle 0 / 4

How to tell it's working

You'll feel more centred. Regular practice decreases anxiety and overwhelm in stressful situations.

Exercise · Body Scan
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Body Scan Meditation

Anchors attention to present bodily sensations, reducing mental stress.

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1
Get comfortableLie down or sit. Close eyes, take 3 slow breaths to settle in.
2
Start at your toesNotice sensations — warmth, tension, or tingling. Just observe without judgment.
3
Slowly move upwardWork through legs, hips, stomach, chest, hands, arms, shoulders, neck, face.
4
Breathe into tensionWhere you feel tightness, breathe into that area. Imagine it softening on the exhale.
5
Complete the scanFinish at the crown of your head. Take a few full breaths, then gently open your eyes.
Exercise · Visualization
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Safe Place Visualization

Mentally escape stress by imagining a safe, calming environment — triggering the relaxation response.

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1
Close your eyesFind a comfortable position. Take 3 slow, deep breaths to settle your body.
2
Picture your safe placeImagine somewhere completely safe — a beach, forest, garden, or childhood home.
3
Engage all sensesWhat do you see? Hear? Feel? Smell? Explore every detail of this space.
4
Stay a whileRemain in this space for 3–5 minutes. Let feelings of calm and safety fill you.
5
Gently returnBring awareness back. Carry that sense of safety with you into your day.
Exercise · Grounding
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5-4-3-2-1 Grounding

Reconnects you with the present moment using all five senses. Perfect for anxiety and overwhelm.

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👁 See · 5 thingsLook around slowly. Name 5 things you can currently see.
4
🤚 Touch · 4 thingsNotice 4 things you can physically feel — seat, clothing, air temperature.
3
👂 Hear · 3 thingsListen for 3 distinct sounds in your environment. Notice near and distant.
2
👃 Smell · 2 thingsNotice 2 scents, or recall 2 favourite smells if none are present.
1
👅 Taste · 1 thingNotice 1 thing you can taste, even subtly. Take a sip of water if needed.
Exercise · Walking Meditation
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Walking Meditation

Combines mindful movement with breathing to reduce stress and build body awareness.

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1
Find a quiet pathEven 10 steps back and forth inside works perfectly well.
2
Walk slowlyFeel each part of your foot — heel, sole, then toes — contact the ground.
3
Sync breath with stepsInhale for 3 steps, exhale for 3 steps. Let body and breath find a natural rhythm.
4
Notice surroundingsObserve what you see, hear, and smell without judging. Just noticing.
5
Walk for 5–10 minWhen your mind wanders, gently return to your feet. That's the practice.
Exercise · PMR
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Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Tensing and releasing muscle groups reduces physical tension and calms the mind.

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Feet & Calves
Curl your toes and tighten calves as hard as you can. Then let go completely.
20s
Hands & Forearms
Clench both fists as tight as possible. Hold, then release — notice warmth spreading.
20s
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Shoulders
Raise both shoulders up to your ears and squeeze. Then drop them completely.
20s
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Face
Scrunch every facial muscle — eyes, jaw, brow. Hold tight, then let everything go smooth.
20s
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Full Body Scan
Breathe slowly. Scan from feet to crown. Notice the difference between tension and release.
30s
Exercise · Yoga & Stretching
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Yoga & Stretching

Releases physical tension and promotes relaxation through gentle movement and mindful breathing.

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Neck Rolls
Gently roll your head in a slow arc from shoulder to shoulder. 3 times each direction.
30s
Shoulder Stretch
Pull one arm across your chest and hold. Feel the stretch across your shoulder blade.
40s
Child's Pose
Kneel and fold forward, arms extended on the floor. Breathe into your back.
45s
Seated Forward Fold
Sit tall, exhale and hinge forward from hips. Reach towards feet. Don't force it.
40s
Savasana
Lie flat, arms at your sides, palms up. Close your eyes. Just breathe and be still.
2m
Exercise · Physical Activity
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Exercise

Triggers endorphin release — natural mood enhancers that lower cortisol levels.

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Tap Start — pick your pace, we'll guide you through it
Warm-Up: March in Place
Lift your knees high, swing your arms. Get blood moving — no rush, find your rhythm.
60s
Jumping Jacks
Jump feet apart as arms raise overhead. Jump back together. Keep a steady pace.
45s
Brisk Walk or Jog
Step outside if you can. Walk briskly or jog — arms pumping, breathing deeply.
5m
Bodyweight Squats
Feet shoulder-width, lower slowly like sitting in a chair. Drive through heels to stand.
45s
Cool Down Stretch
Slow it right down. Quad stretch, hamstring reach, arms overhead. Breathe into each hold.
2m
Exercise · Art Therapy
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Art Therapy

Creating art allows for emotional release and self-expression — a non-verbal outlet that reduces stress.

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Guided voiceover
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1
Gather materialsAny creative tool works — pencil, pen, paints, clay, or your phone's drawing app.
2
Set your intentionBreathe and ask: "What does this emotion look like?" Don't plan — let it emerge.
3
Create without judgmentDraw, paint, scribble. There's no right or wrong. Focus on expressing, not producing.
4
Reflect on what emergedLook at your creation. What emotions or themes do you notice? What surprised you?
"You cannot use creativity to avoid emotions — but you can use it to transform them."
Exercise · Journaling
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Journaling

Writing down your thoughts helps process emotions and gain clarity on stressful situations.

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Spend 10 minutes writing freely. What are you feeling? What happened? What do you need right now? Be honest — no one else will see this.

How to tell it's working

Over time, journaling leads to increased self-awareness and a reduction in mental clutter.

Exercise · Gratitude
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Gratitude Practice

These will be saved and shown to you each time you return — a gentle reminder of what matters.

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Guided voiceover
Let me guide you through this practice
Write 3 things you're genuinely grateful for today. They'll be saved and shown next time you open the app.
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Why it works

Seeing your own gratitude on return visits reactivates the positive neural pathways you built — compounding the benefit over time.

Exercise · Cognitive Reframing
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Cognitive Reframing

Work through each question at your own pace. Your answers stay private.

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Name the thoughtWrite the exact thought that's troubling you. Don't filter it — raw honesty is the starting point.
2
Test the evidenceIs there solid proof this is true? What facts actually support or contradict it?
3
The friend testIf a close friend told you this thought, what would you say to them? What kinder truth would you offer?
4
The worst / best / most likelyWhat's the worst that could happen? The best? What's most realistic?
5
Write your reframeCombine what you've learned. "Even though [X], I can also see that [Y]. I am capable of [Z]."
✦ thought reframed
You just did something genuinely hard.
That took courage.
Exercise · Sound Therapy
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Sound Therapy

Calming music or natural sounds lower cortisol levels and ease physical and mental tension.

🎙️
Guided voiceover
Hear a gentle guide talk you through this

Play a calming track below

Use the music player at the bottom of this screen — or open the player from the welcome screen anytime.

1
Choose your soundCalming classical, lo-fi, nature sounds, or binaural beats — pick what resonates.
2
Close your eyesSit or lie comfortably. Let the sound wash over you for 10–15 minutes.
3
Breathe with the soundMatch your breath to the rhythm. Let shoulders drop, jaw unclench.

How to tell it's working

You'll feel your mind slowing down and your body relaxing, with a general decrease in tension.

Exercise · Laughter Therapy
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Laughter Therapy

Laughter releases endorphins while reducing cortisol — the stress hormone. A natural mood boost.

🎙️
Guided voiceover
Hear a gentle guide talk you through this
1
Choose your sourceWatch a funny video, call a friend who makes you laugh, or revisit a favourite comedy.
2
Give yourself permissionLet yourself laugh fully. Even forced laughing triggers the same physical benefits.
3
Stay with the lightnessAfter laughing, notice how your body feels. Sit with that lightness for a few minutes.

How to tell it's working

You'll feel immediate relief from tension and a sense of lightness and joy.

05 / reflect

How do you feel now?

Reflection deepens growth. Notice any shift in your emotional state.

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"You don't have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you."
— Dan Millman

Well done.

You showed up for yourself today. Every small act of self-care builds lasting resilience.