Outdated but still useful
I hunted high and low to find a way to listen to the meditations on my phone. Fortunately found the app; however, despite really appreciating being able to listen easily now, the quality of the app is quite poor. The user interface is underdeveloped in my opinion. It’s not intuitive or attractive especially as the app costs £3.99. It doesn’t seem to record sessions accurately as some days it captures the fact I’ve done two sessions and other days it doesn’t. It feels as if this app is in need of some refreshing and updating. That said, I still think it’s worth paying for as the meditations are very helpful.
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Simply delightful … 🙏
This app accompanies the book and is a wonderful way to build a mindful practice through the 8-week course. Simple to use and full of insights. My only bit of feedback for the developers would be that the practice tracker sometimes get stuck, but simply closing the app and reopening it overcame this and I was credited with meditations I sat. I suffer with anxiety and by week 3 I was feeling much better…. Thank you … 🙏
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So far, so good
I was dubious that this app would still work (based on previous reviews) but it seems to be for me! I like the fact that the programme is mapped out so I can just fire up the app and get on with the programme! I literally have no excuse for not getting on with it now 😁
Love this app BUT (updated review)
Since the last update a couple of days ago the 30 minute timer has stopped ringing 3 bells for preparation time and then after a couple of minutes the app stops working. Very frustrating ! Have sent several messages via the contact form but no response. Have spent so long trying to rectify the problem haven’t had time to try the guided meditations but the timer is my daily go to. Would be great if someone could get back to me if not will have to look for another app which would be a shame.
Team got back to me after leaving above review but then stopped communicating after a couple of attempts to sort the problem when nothing was successful.
Shame as will have to look for a differnt app now.
Team got back to me after leaving above review but then stopped communicating after a couple of attempts to sort the problem when nothing was successful.
Shame as will have to look for a differnt app now.
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Great app to support the book
I have been involved with groups for a few years that use FInding Peace in a Frantic World as a book study course to introduce mindfulness. I wd recommend having both the book and the app. The app supports all the info in the book and it’s so convenient to have the meditations on a device rather than playing the cd each time you want to do the practices (esp if you are away from your normal surroundings). However if you’re not a book person, the app does cover the essentials of the 8 week course with lots of precious nuggets of advice.
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I deleted this app for more space on iPad...
...and got it back new and improved! I was taught by Ruchiraketu at Cambridge Buddhist Centre (UK) Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction in 2007 and 2017. He encouraged us to return to the centre should we need to. Brilliant! I will now be using this app daily to “weave my parachute” as we were taught on the course. If I got into a tight space and needed instant calm I’d then have the very best methods (in combination with yoga) at my disposal
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Has helped for anxiety
I have had an anxiety condition for a long time and have tried several treatments including hypnosis and yoga and have found this App has helped my anxiety the most out of the treatments mentioned, it’s not a cure, I don’t think you can rely on this solely for anxiety but if you do the meditations once in the morning, 2x 3 minute breathing spaces and a slightly longer practice in the evening you should see some benefit.
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App no longer working!!
I don’t normally write reviews however after successfully using this app for the past 7 months it no longer works! The app is brilliant , it is simple to use and a useful tool to start a mindfulness journey. Sadly since the last update on my iPhone the app no longer works. This is very annoying and frustrating as I paid for the full version. It starts in the normal way so you are lulled into thinking it’s working then, after a minute or to it just stops . I’ve tried the suggested fixes to no avail.
Could we please have a proper fix for this problem !
Could we please have a proper fix for this problem !
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Great meditation poor app
Meditation are great but after updating phone could only access the first week having paid for the full access. No reply from technical support and cannot even download and pay again now, not that I should have to. Really disappointing product as was finding meditations so useful for mental health.
I keep coming back
My wife introduced me to Mindfulness five years ago, it helped me through a very difficult period post surgery
I come back to it on an irregular basis, sometime doing one off meditations and I did the six week workbook programme a couple of years ago.
This app is the best of all the programmes and it reminds me of how powerful a tool the mind is. I am currently in the middle of week three and it is so helpful in terms of staying grounded and in the moment
As I get older I find the need for this help and input more necessary to lead a fulfilling life
I have a daily -physical exercise routine and an amazing personal trainer twice a week. I ignore the need to support my mental well-being at my peril
I come back to it on an irregular basis, sometime doing one off meditations and I did the six week workbook programme a couple of years ago.
This app is the best of all the programmes and it reminds me of how powerful a tool the mind is. I am currently in the middle of week three and it is so helpful in terms of staying grounded and in the moment
As I get older I find the need for this help and input more necessary to lead a fulfilling life
I have a daily -physical exercise routine and an amazing personal trainer twice a week. I ignore the need to support my mental well-being at my peril
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Must read for anxiety sufferers
I would definitely get the book to go along with the app... it was life changing for me... I’m actually going to re-read the book again. I’ve recommended it to anyone who will listen.
Fantastic start destroyed by app that won’t work
Week 1 was superb. Excellent meditations, easy to use. Tried to download full app after week 1 to unlock rest of weeks and it will not load, simply quitting without warning. Tried tech support, no response. It seems people have been experiencing this for a couple of years. Until this problem us fixed the app is useless. A huge shame - and shameful behaviour by the developer
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Well designed
Thoughtful well designed product
Great support
I have read the book, Mindfulness in a Frantic World, and it had a huge impact on my practice of mindfulness. The app is supporting me to keep my practice going. I use the app daily. Highly recommend the book and the app.
Easy to use and practical
I like the different stages but it does need to be done on a regular basis to really feel the difference. I bought the book first and strongly recommend it to get a full understanding of mindfulness. This app makes it a lot easier to practice the meditations wherever you are. I use it to reduce stress and improve concentration.
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So simple but so powerful
Best not to have any expectations of this course/App. The goal was to practice the techniques, then the results just happen... all by themselves
The genuine article
Mark Williams is THE mindfulness person in my opinion. His research & findings explain the theory & principles in an accessible way & give mindfulness meditation a creditable standing. The accompanying book to this is excellent & I find his voice so calming. I definitely always feel better when I’m doing meditation regularly, even if I can never quite put my finger on why. This app is a great starting point but great for continuing also. I’d definitely recommend the book too. This is the genuine article, unlike a lot of the other money-making apps out there.
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Don’t usually write revues. Breaking old habits.
First off I would say buy the book that goes with the app. Got a lot out of it and it worked really well with the app. Whole package feels quite understate and not surprisingly relaxing. It doesn’t have the sort of American Dr Phil feel to it (though I’m sure he’s very helpful).
I have to say I really loved this app. Just finished the eight week course. Yeah I didn’t stick to it religiously but I did my best and that was good enough. It is a wee awakening that we are enough and that we are all the same. We all need a rest but for me I truly didn’t know how to release myself from the addiction of over thinking and enjoying, in a way, the misery and chaos of restless indecision. This app helped and I’m very grateful. Many thanks to the team at frantic world. If you are thinking about the app but are apprehensive about letting yourself experience a calm atmosphere. and having to sit still. I get it - I’ve been there but there is nothing to be afraid of. I hope you find the peace you’re looking for. Thanks again. Take it easy.
I have to say I really loved this app. Just finished the eight week course. Yeah I didn’t stick to it religiously but I did my best and that was good enough. It is a wee awakening that we are enough and that we are all the same. We all need a rest but for me I truly didn’t know how to release myself from the addiction of over thinking and enjoying, in a way, the misery and chaos of restless indecision. This app helped and I’m very grateful. Many thanks to the team at frantic world. If you are thinking about the app but are apprehensive about letting yourself experience a calm atmosphere. and having to sit still. I get it - I’ve been there but there is nothing to be afraid of. I hope you find the peace you’re looking for. Thanks again. Take it easy.
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Excellent support for extreme anxiety
Suffering with extreme levels of daily anxiety along with bipolar disorder I have found this program helpful for over 3 years.. now in an app form just having the actual meditations it’s excellent. I still love the audio book as I find mark williams voice very soothing. It my go to will now be this app.. thanks to hachette for releasing it..
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Problems with downloading the full app via family sharing
I started using the sample version of the app and initially thought it was great! I then paid for the full version and tried sharing it via family sharing with my two family members. Only the sample version would download onto their phones. Then I tried creating an account for myself and my own full version disappeared. I’m feeling puzzled and perhaps less mindful than I was hoping;-) Please could someone from the app help me? I would be happy to give more stars when a resolution has been found.
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