Life moves fast—but your self-care doesn’t have to. In fact, research shows that even just five minutes of intentional self-care each day can significantly boost your mood, reduce stress, and improve overall emotional well-being. That’s why Shine is built with quick, effective tools to help you press pause and reconnect—no matter how busy your schedule is.
Start your day with a Daily Shine. This short, guided audio meditation helps you set the tone with a mix of mindfulness, motivation, and affirmations—all grounded in psychology and positive behavior change. Studies have shown that brief meditation practices can lower cortisol levels and increase focus. And since Shine’s content is created with inclusion at its core, you'll hear voices and stories that reflect you—which studies also show increases emotional impact and engagement.
Mood check-ins are more powerful than they seem. Shine’s daily self-care check-ins are a chance to take stock of how you’re feeling—something we often skip in our rush to “get things done.” But pausing to acknowledge your emotions can increase self-awareness and emotional regulation, according to research in emotional intelligence. It’s five minutes of honesty that can shift the entire direction of your day.
Need an afternoon reset? Try a gratitude boost or breathing exercise. Shine offers quick tools designed to ground you, like deep breathing sessions and micro-journaling prompts. These aren’t just feel-good moments—they’re scientifically proven to calm the nervous system and activate positive neural pathways. And because they’re all inside the app, you can access them anywhere, anytime—turning your phone into a pocket-sized support system.
