Apps to help weather Covid’s second spike
These downloads can be hugely beneficial in tracking our moods and managing anxiety,
THERE is a whole host of apps designed to support our emotional wellbeing – and with concerns about a second wave of Covid and tighter restrictions being put in place through winter, now might be a good time to check them out.
Whether it’s tracking daily activity, guided meditation, or positive morning mantras to set you up for the day – here’s our edit of the best wellness apps to download now…
1 CALM
CALM is essentially a mindfulness masterclass in your pocket. It has a bunch of different guided meditations tailored to common lockdown niggles, like sleep, anxiety and stress, that are perfect for people who have never tried the practice before.
Some of the great features include bedtime stories, narrated by celebrities like Stephen Fry and Harry Styles, that can help to lull you into dreamland. We also love the ‘Daily Calm’ – a morning meditation that includes an original thought or mantra to carry into your day.
2 STREAKS
WHEN you’re stuck at home, day-in-day-out, it’s easy to fall into negative patterns, like being too sedentary, stress eating, or working in your pyjamas.
Streaks helps you to track 12 different custom habits at the same time, whether you’re trying to get your steps in, drink more water or avoid smoking.
Every day you complete a task (or avoid a negative habit), your streak is extended on the interface, providing a satisfying overview of your healthy choices.
3 MOTIVATION
WHEN you’re going through a hard time and the future seems uncertain, a good quote can really help you stay positive. Motivation is a beautiful app that sends you a daily positive reminder to your phone.
You can set up the app so your quote arrives as a notification on your lock screen, or a widget on your home screen, and you can also save and share your favourite quotes on Instagram.
4 DRINKAWARE
DURING the first lockdown, many of us fell into unhealthy drinking patterns.
This simple app helps you track your units. As well as showing you the units and calories for each beverage, it also converts your drinks into calories and users can also set goals to help them regain control of their drinking, and the app will provide support feedback along the way.