Relaxation Apps for Android – 6 Good Options to Download
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There are different things that ail us that make some people resort to drinking and one of these is anxiety. It’s actually pretty high on the list of reasons why some people drink.
Couple that with the digital age we live in, and the intense work schedules and lifestyles of many, and it’s no wonder that over 4% of the global population is dealing with an anxiety disorder. Not only that, but over 74% of people feel overwhelmed and stressed at least once, if not multiple times during a year. That’s why it’s extremely important to relax and unwind. Thankfully, there are plenty of relaxation apps for Android that you can use to achieve such a goal. Let’s take a look at a few.
1. Insight Timer
What makes Insight Timer unique is the fact that it helps you not only de-stress and unwind, but also focus on journaling. It has 5 wellbeing apps in 1, and it makes the process of creating healthy habits a lot simpler. You can access over 150,000 tracks for guided meditation, and you can also access sleep stories. In addition, the app does a very good job of helping you control and manage your breath. They have a breathwork library to help you optimize and control the way you breathe. You can also connect with others and attend all kinds of live breathwork sessions.
But what really sets Insight Timer apart is the ability to contemplate, reflect and journal everything. The app will help you write down things you are grateful for, how you feel in the moment, and also the goals you have. It gives you the means to ease stress, reflect on what you want to do and also monitor your mood. There are also great quotes to help inspire you for the day. All in all, this is a good app for anyone who wants to relax, unwind and refocus.
2. Calm
Calm is widely regarded as one of the top apps for meditating. If you’re dealing with constant anxiety, stress, and want to focus more on yourself, then this is a great app to get started with. It features a large number of meditative sessions, and relaxing sounds, along with stories told by many well-known celebrities and popular meditation experts.
In addition, it integrates breathwork sessions, detailed courses that span over multiple days, grounding exercises, and many others. With help from Calm, you can have that much-needed relief while also improving the way you live your life. It’s also very good if you have trouble sleeping. Its unique sessions that focus specifically on sleep improvement will help you reach deep sleep a lot easier. Aside from stories, you also have sleep-inducing music, soundscapes, along with a professional sleep-tracking tool.
3. Headspace
Headspace is a paid app, and it’s designed to help track and improve your mental health. It has specific sections that help you improve your focus and speed up the way you think and react to things. On top of that, it can also bring you courses for self-esteem, mindful eating, articles about building healthy habits, how to improve your sleep, and so on. Everything is presented in a stunning, beautiful app that’s very easy to use for beginners and experts alike.
4. Colorfy
Colorfy is an excellent tool for relaxing that takes a different path when compared to the other apps. Instead of meditating, it brings you the means to relax by drawing and coloring. You can join a large artist community and color their work the way you want.
Adult coloring books are known to help you relax, ease stress, and relieve any anxiety or depression. Colorfy itself is free to use, and it provides a unique way to improve your mood. They have thousands of great images you can start coloring, and the designs are spectacular.
5. Sanvello
Sanvello is an app designed specifically for people who are overwhelmed and dealing with lots of anxiety or stress. The app will check in, and you can track your emotions over time. It’s very good when it comes to self-care since you can access a complete routine based on your needs. They added things like guided journeys, meditation, positive thoughts, goal setting and tips to create a sleep routine. All of these are very useful, and they are provided in a great, well-rounded app.
6. Othership
One of the best ways to relieve anxiety or stress is to optimize your breathing. Othership focuses specifically on guided breathwork. With this app, you have access to a plethora of guided breathwork sessions. They will help you regulate your nervous system while also decompressing and relieving pressure. They also integrate other things like affirmations, visualizations, sound healing, vocal toning, and mindful working.
Conclusion
If you find it difficult to relax and de-stress, then giving these Android apps a try, can be a great idea. These apps are designed from the ground up to help you get past any pressure, anxiety, or stress. They also give you the means to improve your mental health, control your breathwork while also creating healthy sleep and meditative routines.
Missy is a newly sober curious queer that lives in Chicago. She loves to bike in treacherous streets and in the summertime; loves to play tennis with whoever is available. She became sober curious after getting sick with an upper respiratory virus (not COVID) and after that break, realized she wants to be more mindful of and reduce her drinking. She's also the author of "100 Sober Activities to Try with Your Friends All Year Long" - available on Amazon.