Celebrating Life with my Favourite Apps
When it comes to technology, I’m a minimalist.
The only criteria for the applications mentioned here is that they are used on an almost daily basis, and all bring a little extra beauty and ease to my life.
Gratitude 365
If you are on my mailing list you might have received a copy of Gratitude 365, late last year as a Thank-You gift.
This app is an attractive and streamlined method for keeping a gratitude journal.
It’s perfect if you looking for a gratitude practice that’s simple to implement. It also has the added bonus of being able to upload a photo for each day.
There’s no denying the benefits of staying focused on the positives in our daily lives.
Having used this consistently for around five months now, I’ve found Gratitude 365, a powerful means for cultivating feelings of abundance.
Headspace
I’ve lost track of the number of friends and clients that I have hooked up to Headspace!
I should be getting some kind of commission (but alas, this is not a sponsored post).
Headspace is commonly known as the ‘meditation app for modern living’.
I’ve been meditating regularly for the past two years, so by no means an expert, but I think this app is incredibly exciting.
It not only includes daily meditations (365 if you sign up for the whole year) but some really useful motivational tools and ways for demystifying the process of meditation and mindfulness.
The best news is that if you want to try it, you can sign up for a 10 day-10 minute programme for free.
Bloom
This is the App I wish I had created (did I tell you I am creating an App for personal development lovers? Well I am – watch this space!)
Bloom by Mindbloom is the most aesthetically appealing multimedia app I have ever come across.
In essence, Blooms are intentional reminders sent to you every day combining your favourite music and photos in a slideshow.
You might create a reminder to call a friend, drink some water or read your chosen quote and you can share your blooms with friends and family.
I dont really think I can do this app justice (it’s exquisite!), so if you are interested in learning more, I encourage you to read this review by Valerie Lauer
Satori
I’m a latecomer to using Satori. It’s a web based app, created by an online buddy of mine – Lachlan Cotter and at first glance, with all it’s promises – I felt a little intimidated!
I wish I had started using it earlier as it truly delivers. Satori is one of the sleekest management tools available for life coaches, healers, therapists – anyone who runs a small business with one on one clients.
It is way more than a scheduling App – it will incorporate your personal branding, set up appointments, keep client notes and contracts, schedule reminders, take payments and create invoices.
Amazing.
Dropbox
Dropbox has been around for a while. I’ve had it on my Mac for ages, but only recently downloaded it to my iPhone.
Dropbox provides a free service which you can use to store files and access anywhere you are connected to the grid.
It’s great for sharing large files such as MP3′s or PDF’s that can be accessed, even if the other person does not have their own dropbox account.
I use mine as an additional place to store photos, movies and send a weekly backup of my wordpress site and database (which I have automated with with a simple plug-in).
Easy Peasy.
What apps bring a little ease and celebration to your life?
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Oooo I am liking a few of these!! Will definitely be going to check then out!
for celebration
I love my calendar app & my commonwealth bank app for ease & of course instagram & Pinterest
xx
I’m a pinner fan as well Tara but have to admit that I’m really sporadic with Instagram.
I can’t wait to check out that meditation app…I am new to the ipad so it will be one of my first apps! Thanks Kirri xx
I think you will get a lot out of Headspace Kristin – particularly as someone who is just venturing into meditation. It’s a fab app to use.
Ooo love the gratitude app. I’m going to visit and see if I can get it on android. I have and love dropbox. So easy to use and so helpful to my life! Great list Kirri! I want one of these posts next year too please!
Sheesh – that’s looking far into the future Pen! I’ll see what I can do.
Including yours!
You know I’m an Apple baby right? I’ll see what I can do for you though
You might imagine that the “App” world is not one I wander round with any assurance, but I do love the sound of some of these. I have just got ( within the last few months ) an Iphone, so Apps are coming more into focus. Headspace sounds a great one, and is certainly something I could do with more of. Thankyou for explaining everything so clearly
Peter – I hope you enjoy your Iphone as much as I do and get a little enjoyment and learning from the App store. I’m excited for you
Just an update which is not entirely “on-topic. I have just bought a new Laptop, and it uses an “App based” system instead of the good old screen you used to use in window 7 and before. Anyway, I’ve got myself in one hell of a muddle, somehow locked myself out of my App store, and am now searching vainly round the web looking for some machine from whom I can beg for mercy. Technology 6- Countingducks 0, and Murray’s just lost the Tennis so not my day really
Oh noo Peter. Not funny – except for the way you make it so!
I wish I could help you…Don’t be disheartened – You will figure it out and become a pro-user via this challenge
Kirri, a few of these are new to me—can’t wait to check them out. I did a trial of Satori and Lachlan’s customer service is great. I don’t need a calendar service (yet) but I loved the look of it, too. Can’t wait to see the app you have up your sleeve!
Adrianne – it’s such an honour to have you in my space. I’m such a fan of your work!
I’m just doing a course in App creation at the moment so have a long way to go, but I’m excited about creating something for my tribe
Thanks, Kirri! I’m diggin’ what you’re doing! Happy to be here.
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