# rewire: improve your thoughts — CBT mindfulness

> CBT mindfulness app for identifying and managing negative thoughts. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Stillwell.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewire-improve-your-thoughts/id1559465948 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Stillwell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539535161)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-07-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewire-improve-your-thoughts/id1559465948/reviews.md

## What is rewire?

This app was created by one developer who wants to help people struggling with negative thoughts.

This app will help you learn, identify, describe, and practice irrational thought patterns, coping skills and mental health disorders. There is the ability for you to log and track your thoughts in real time. In addition there is a section encouraging you to show gratitude for what you are appreciate of. This app makes identifying irrational thought patterns, logging your own negative thoughts and showing self gratitude fun with the the reward of jellybeans which can be exchanged for stickers.

## Key features

- Identify irrational thought patterns
- Log and track thoughts in real-time
- Practice coping skills
- Show gratitude
- Reward system with jellybeans and stickers

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rewire-improve-your-thoughts/id1559465948/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 5-star app

*2022-11-01, version 1.7*

I have allowed myself to suffer from this for decades, and it has become ingrained into my current personality. However I am putting in work now to accept how I have been, and begin realignment of my personality with how I prefer to identify, which is as a person with rational thought patterns.

I appreciate the thought that went into this, especially the concise design and brevity of lessons. Perfect for someone just starting who, like me, has zero patience and a short attention span. But this I believe will continue to help me every time I get all up in my own head, because I know I can be better than I have been in the past. 

I did alter some of the aversion techniques that match with my own lived experience. Doesn't mean you have to as well, they may be on the dot what would work for you. So do not discount them irrationally. But I personally disagree that watching TV/playing video games as a good distracting mechanism, as that is part of my problem to begin with. I simply replaced that one with ideas for more productive, extroverted activities. Additionally, I personally believe that for me, psychiatric medications have done me more harm than good, and would prefer to continue my research with homeopathy and other eastern style medicines. However I have some people in my life who have really benefited from doctor prescribed medications, so don't write them off if you think you should be on them.

Lastly, it would be nice if the dev provided alternative crisis management hotlines/chatlines other than the national suicide hotline. You may need that resource if your problem is severe enough, so do not absorb my opinions immediately or cause you find yourself in denial of your situation. But do a google search as there are alternative numbers to call. Suicide hotline actually has profited off the sales of private user data in the past, which is a low blow. They have also been accused of taking a cut from health industry for over-recommendations for inpatient therapy, and worked somewhat as a "snitching" operation with the police. So know who you are calling and what ramifications might happen before you do. Overall they have saved more lives than they hurt, so do not discount that aspect.

Thanks dev.

### 5/5 — This app really works!

*2021-07-19*

I absolutely love this app for the following reasons:

Creative
Easy to understand
Very informative
Many features
Relatable issues covered 
Tons of examples
Includes the suicide hotline number
Includes a helpful music playlist
Makes you critically think
Teaches you how to do the work on your own
Cool sticker prizes
Useful daily tidbits
Also I love the quote: “It’s not the events, it’s your thoughts about the events that upset you”. Thank you Matt Stillwell for this great app!!!

### 5/5 — Thanks for an excellent app!

*2021-07-12*

This app is excellent for providing a fun way to both learn and apply CBT techniques with a nice easy to use journaling tool for going from down to content

## Frequently asked questions about rewire

### What is rewire?

rewire is a CBT mindfulness app designed to help users identify, describe, and practice managing irrational thought patterns and coping skills. It also encourages gratitude and provides a fun reward system.

### How does rewire help with negative thoughts?

rewire teaches users to identify irrational thought patterns and provides tools for real-time thought logging. It also guides users in practicing coping skills and showing self-gratitude to improve mental well-being.

### Does rewire have ads?

No, rewire is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted experience for users focused on improving their thoughts.

### What devices does rewire support?

rewire is available on iPhone and iPod devices, allowing users to access its features on the go.

### What is the age rating for rewire?

rewire has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and adults looking to improve their cognitive health.

### How often is rewire updated?

rewire was last updated on July 6, 2021, with version 1.7. The developer is a single individual, so update frequency may vary.

### Can I track my progress in rewire?

Yes, rewire allows you to log and track your thoughts in real time, providing a record of your mental patterns and progress.

### What is the reward system in rewire?

rewire uses a reward system where users earn jellybeans for identifying irrational thoughts, logging negative thoughts, and showing gratitude. These jellybeans can be exchanged for stickers.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.7 — 2021-07-06

No release notes.

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