Finding Your Mental Health App - By Autumn Christman

Finding Your Mental Health App

Combating the Quarantine Blues

By Autumn Christman, Student Worker with The WELL

During this time of self-isolation mental health is more important than ever, a fact that my roommates and I can all agree too. Here are a few of my favorite apps, all roommate tested and approved, that can help you combat quarantine blues. All of our mental health needs are different so try them all out and see what helps you!

Sometimes we just need a few moments to relax and compose ourselves. Worry Kit equips you with several interactive exercises to diffuse and unwind at the swipe of a finger. Each activity is quick and allows for you to even schedule mindful minutes though the day or week. Mindshift is similar but offers even more ways to combat whatever anxiety you may be feeling at the moment. This free app lets you check-in and track your daily emotions while offering tools to fit those particular feelings, as each new day is different. From general worry to social anxiety this app even offers strategies to combat whatever difficult feelings you may be experiencing.

During self-isolation I have had much time to think about the little things I took for granted a few months before. Grateful is a gratitude journal that lets you quickly jot down things that make you smile and allow you to reflect on parts of your day, whether that be a phone call from a friend or a sunny morning. The journal also gives you options to upload pictures to accompany your writings so you can look back on the little things that made your day during that time.

Moodnote is similar to the journaling style of Grateful and tracks your mood in order to help you identify your thinking traps. Developing positive thinking habits is important to maintaining a healthy mental state but without understanding why you feel a certain way it may be harder. This app does require purchase but with a 7 day free trial you can see if this method is suitable for you or not. Daylio is similar and is free to download. Following the mood tracking element of micro-journaling this app allows you to customize and log your feelings towards the day.

And finally, my personal favorite, Remente. Just because we are in self-isolation doesn't mean life is slowing down, or our own personal goals. Remente is a micro-journal, mood tracker and goal-setting agenda but all in one! Not only can you set and maintain long term goals but daily ones as well helping you create a solid routine in your life. All these resources are linked below!