Every few episodes, I’ll drop some joyful recommendations—books, movies, podcasts—that are guaranteed to make you smile like you just found fries at the bottom of the bag.
Today’s pick? The Calm App.
Yes, that magical little app our whole family swears by. It’s like a Swiss Army knife for your brain—meditations, gentle movement, sleep stories, affirmations…basically everything but a back massage (still holding out hope for that update).
Here’s what makes Calm so awesome:
- Guided Meditations: For stress, anxiety, and those "why is this email thread still going?" moments.
- Breathing Exercises: Like the “Breathing Bubble”—sounds cute, works wonders, and doesn’t judge your weird inhale sounds.
- Soundscapes: From babbling brooks to sleepy piano tunes—perfect for winding down or pretending you're in a spa instead of your kid’s playroom.
- Content Programs: With titles like Overcome Stress and Anxiety—because sometimes you need more than wine and a group text.
- Affirmations: Pep talks without the awkward eye contact.
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