What is Release?
A digital ritual for letting go of negative thoughts through satisfying animations
Problem
Users struggle with letting go of negative thoughts effectively through traditional methods like journaling or meditation, which can feel passive, unengaging, or lack immediate feedback.
Solution
A digital tool (web/mobile app) offering satisfying animations as a ritualistic process to interactively release negative thoughts, such as typing them into a virtual balloon and watching it float away.
Customers
Professionals in high-stress jobs, students, and individuals seeking mindfulness practices, typically aged 18-45, who prioritize mental wellness and prefer gamified, interactive solutions.
Unique Features
Combines cognitive behavioral therapy principles with immersive, tactile animations to create a sensory experience for emotional release.
User Comments
Helps declutter the mind quickly
Feels therapeutic and calming
Easy to integrate into daily routines
Visually engaging and satisfying
Reduces anxiety in minutes
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes, featured on mental health newsletters, 50k+ monthly active users, and partnerships with wellness platforms.
Market Size
The global mental health apps market was valued at $5.2 billion in 2021 (Grand View Research), growing at 16.5% CAGR due to increased stress levels and digital therapy adoption.
