# ShinyMind

> Daily wellbeing and resilience app with psychotherapeutic exercises for stress management. (iPhone/iPad app by SHINYMIND LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shinymind/id1456594111 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SHINYMIND LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/909639446)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shinymind/id1456594111/reviews.md

## What is ShinyMind?

A Daily Wellbeing and Resilience App to help you Shine – created for the NHS 

This App became a reality because we wanted to find a way to support the amazing staff who work in the NHS who have some of the most difficult, challenging and stressful jobs.

To truly understand the pressures faced, we listened to staff from all areas of the NHS, working out how to support their wellbeing and resilience so everyone could feel better equipped to continue doing their very best for the NHS. 

We’ve learnt a lot and taken all your thoughts, ideas and opinions on board and built the ShinyMind App with you at its heart - to help provide support 24/7 with over 100 interactive, psychotherapeutic exercises and activities to support your wellbeing and resilience.

It also includes the ‘Shiny Mind Resilience: Your Mindset: Your Choice’ programme which is a practical, challenging and empowering mindset programme developed around a new psychotherapeutic model of change - our ‘ABLE’ model – and which includes CBT, transactional analysis, and positive psychology.

The programme has been delivered to almost 2000 employees with positive results -  98.89% of attendees have rated it as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’, 97.04% have said it has improved resilience, 96.3% that it has helped stress management, and 99.26% would recommend the programme to colleagues.

All the ShinyMind App features are interactive and evidenced by research, and having been co-designed by staff for staff, are tailored to your needs to build as your own personal resource.

Some of the features the Shiny Mind App offers include:
•	Masterclasses – interactive exercises to to help understanding of self
•	SOS exercises - 5-minute exercises to help when things are hard
•	Gratitude - Gratitude journal to help you look for the positives
•	Kindsight section - to promote self-compassion, connection and support for self and others
•	Self-awareness - journaling enabling you to record, reflect and notice patterns
•	Meditation and breathing - simple effective guided breathing and meditation exercises
•	Daily Inspire Me messages - positive motivational daily messages 
•	Mood Baths - relaxing scenes and sounds to boost your mood
•	A Coping Well -  to share across the community our tips to cope better
•	A daily boost – a 5 mins diagnostic, mindset activity and suggestions based on your mood
•	Community - voice messages and Positivity Posts which can be sent to individuals
•	Triggers - awareness exercises so we recognise when things are going wrong

What people are saying about the ShinyMind App
•	A hug in an App.
•	An App to help manage the day-to-day stresses and demands of work and life.
•	It feels like you have an extra resource, something to call on during times of stress or worry and when someone sends you a message of support or thanks it makes you feel good inside and appreciated.
•	It’s made me happier and helped me to relax.
•	It’s a personal space that encourages you to reflect and connect.
•	Using meditation and mindful practice has changed my life, making me a more positive and calmer person, also helping me to control my emotions in situations.
•	Feels like help is at hand and boosts your confidence.
•	I would say that the App gives you tools to help you take some time out of your day, easy to use, easy to follow and will helps you with your wellbeing in a short amount of time each day.
•	The SOS section is great during a difficult situation; you can just access it on your break and pick the best masterclass for you and your situation. It helps you regain calm and reduce your stress.
•	I’ve recommended the App to colleagues that are showing signs of stress and afterwards they’ve reported that it’s really helped them a lot.
•	I have a more positive outlook coming into work which has been a big change in the last year, I now have not had a full-blown anxiety attack in a long time.
•	Real self-help tool, very useful.
•	It’s great for reflecting on the good things in your life.

## Key features

- Interactive psychotherapeutic exercises
- Mindset program (CBT, positive psychology)
- Gratitude journal
- Meditation and breathing exercises
- Self-awareness journaling
- Community support features
- Daily motivational messages

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shinymind/id1456594111/reviews.md

### 5/5 — This has helped me

*2025-12-29, version 2.2.14*

I thought this would be something that would additional stress. I am pleased it is not.
Initially I had problem logging as I was sent the link from my GP on so wrote to shiny minds and help me. 
It a guided app simple, you chose what you want to do. I write in the journal mostly and breathing exercises if I feel I need to. It helps me get my thoughts and emotions out and clarity. So I don’t have them choking me. Then as I explore the area like the master class with short help. What I really like is after I have completed what chose to do. The home page has a new encouraging message each time you go in. It keeps you balanced eg gratitude and positivity board.

Developer Points for improvement 
The positive messages on the home page can they be more visible and placed in the app to access at later time
In the journal I find if I want write more than 5 sentences. I unable to see what I am typing because of typing bar which says done. I have an iPhone. So type it in notebooks and then paste it in the journal, not ideal.

There are other features which I stumbled on for example changing the home page picture but goes not stay until next day.

### 1/5 — An app for millennials

*2025-07-19, version 2.2.11*

I’m nearly 70. Why do I need an app to write down how I’m feeling today. Do I really need to keep a mindfulness journal. I gave it a shot but it just irritated me. After I type this I’m going to delete the app and walk the dog to the pub.

### 5/5 — Amazing app

*2024-10-10, version 2.2.8*

The info on this app is amazing. Helped me become a better person. Thank you

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2024-10-08, version 2.2.8*

Doctor surgery sent link but doesn’t work screen goes white and then nothing.

### 5/5 — Wow amazing app!

*2024-09-25, version 2.2.8*

I love the app, it is really helpful and life changing. It has helped me in so many ways and I haven’t even done all of the exercises yet there’s so many to choose from! I love the personalisation when I open the app and the daily messages are really nice.

### 5/5 — Wellbeing support

*2024-09-23, version 2.2.8*

This app really helps with your well being and supporting you in keeping a positive mindset. I really love the gratitude board and the meditations are really good. There are some fabulous learning resources too which really help you challenge your own thinking. I’d really recommend this app. You need to get it through your employer so encourage them to sign up or if you are a nurse I think you can get it for free!!

### 5/5 — Fab

*2024-09-23, version 2.2.8*

Easy to use app with a really positive benefits on my general wellbeing

### 5/5 — Truly empathetic and wide-ranging wellbeing resource

*2024-09-12, version 2.2.8*

Positive, flexible and covers huge range of different topics - helps whether you’re struggling a bit or just want to be the best version of yourself. Has optional daily stuff, or if you prefer lets you dip in and out, even a couple of minutes on one of its Mood Baths can give you a lift. Really like it!

### 5/5 — It’s like a friend who is always there for me

*2024-09-10, version 2.2.8*

It helps me prioritise the challenges in life, take time out for myself.
I can take things at my pace, no pressure.

### 5/5 — My mental health life jacket

*2024-09-10, version 2.2.8*

Struggle with negative thinking and this app has so many exercises that help me to reframe situations and overcome daily challenges. I may not use it every day but knowing it is there is help enough and it is my go-to when feeling overwhelmed. I’d recommend to everyone. Be aware this app can only be accessed if your organisation has paid for licenses, or if you are an NHS nurse, midwife or hcsw in England, so if you don’t have access you can and should advocate for this app to be available for you and your colleagues.

## Frequently asked questions about ShinyMind

### What is ShinyMind's primary purpose?

ShinyMind is a daily wellbeing and resilience app designed to support users through challenging times. It offers over 100 interactive exercises and activities based on psychotherapeutic principles to help manage stress and improve mental health.

### What kind of exercises does ShinyMind offer?

ShinyMind features a variety of interactive exercises including masterclasses for self-understanding, 5-minute SOS exercises for immediate relief, gratitude journaling, self-compassion tools, self-awareness journaling, guided meditation and breathing, and mood-boosting activities.

### Is ShinyMind suitable for everyone?

ShinyMind is designed for anyone looking to enhance their wellbeing and resilience. Its features are tailored to support individuals facing stress and challenging jobs, making it a valuable resource for personal growth and mental support.

### What is the 'Shiny Mind Resilience: Your Mindset: Your Choice' program?

This is a practical and empowering mindset program within ShinyMind, developed around the 'ABLE' model. It integrates CBT, transactional analysis, and positive psychology to help users build resilience and manage their mindset effectively.

### How effective is the ShinyMind program?

The 'Shiny Mind Resilience' program has shown highly positive results, with 98.89% of attendees rating it 'Excellent' or 'Good'. Notably, 97.04% reported improved resilience and 96.3% found it helpful for stress management.

### On which devices can I use ShinyMind?

ShinyMind is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicated by its support for these platforms. The app is free to download and use.

### How often is ShinyMind updated?

The app was last updated on November 5, 2025, to version 2.2.14. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements for users.

### What are the privacy features of ShinyMind?

ShinyMind includes features like 'Kindsight' to promote self-compassion and 'Community' for sharing voice messages and positivity posts, suggesting a focus on supportive and private interactions within the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.14 — 2025-11-05

Performance improvements & Bug fixes.

### 2.2.13 — 2025-09-15

Performance improvements & Bug fixes.

### 2.2.12 — 2025-09-04

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.2.11 — 2025-02-03

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.2.10 — 2024-10-21

We’re always seeking to provide new and enhanced resources to help all our valued users, and hope this release provides an even better experience! Keep your updates switched on, and don’t miss a thing!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-03.*
