# Say This Instead

> Say This Instead (iPhone/iPad app by Vishal Patel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/say-this-instead/id6759231640 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vishal Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877574006)
- Category: Education, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/say-this-instead/id6759231640/reviews.md

## What is Say This Instead?

Better words, when they matter most.

Say This Instead helps parents build calmer, more connected communication with their toddlers — one day at a time.

Each day, a new tip appears on your Lock Screen widget. Short, practical, and grounded in child development research. No accounts, no tracking, no ads.

7 PILLARS OF GENTLE COMMUNICATION
• Say What To Do — direction, not negation
• Name the Feeling First — validate before redirecting
• Keep It Short — one instruction at a time
• Offer Two Choices — bounded autonomy
• Calm Voice > Perfect Words — tone regulates
• Boundaries with Empathy — firm and kind
• Connection Before Correction — join, then guide

FEATURES
• Daily Lock Screen widget with rotating tips
• 80+ "Instead of this → Say this" phrase pairs
• 7-week rotating curriculum across all pillars
• Save favorites for quick reference
• 100% offline — your data stays on your device

Evidence-informed. Based on attachment theory and emotional coaching research.

For the parent who's trying their best.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-02-19

Welcome to Say This Instead!

• New onboarding flow to help you get started
• Widget setup guide — get daily tips on your Lock Screen
• Updated app description

### 1.0 — 2026-02-18

No release notes.

## More apps by Vishal Patel

- [On the Shelf - Library Lookup](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-the-shelf-library-lookup/id6759413051)

All apps by Vishal Patel: https://appshunter.io/developer/1877574006

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