In honor of stress awareness day, these stress-reducing innovations were created to help people cope with busy lives. Stress is something that everybody encounters, but many products, services and apps have been created to help reduce and alleviate stress.
Stress-relieving rage rooms are a great place to go to release some stress and anger through a much more physical means. Participants are given protective suits to ensure they keep safe while releasing some built-up stress. Other stress-reducing innovations are far less physical, like the MindSurf App, where users are encouraged to share their feelings with the app, where cataloging and reflecting on your stress can be an extremely therapeutic experience.
Whether through physical, emotional and mental exercises, there are many ways to deal with stress, but the most important thing is finding what best works for you.
41 Stress-Reducing Innovations
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Stress-Relieving Rage Rooms
Toronto's 'Rage Room' Provides a Novelty Experience in Smashing Things
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Stress-Reducing Luggage
The Outlier x Boreas Ultrahigh Travel System Won't Increase Tension
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Mood-Matching T-Shirts
Uniqlo's UMood Technology Uses Neuroscience To Help You Dress For Your Mood
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Emotion-Monitoring Helmets (UPDATE)
The MindRider Helmet by Arlene Ducao Maps Stress-Free Routes
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Sound-Conditioning Sleep Devices
The Snooz Lets You Subtly Drown Out Unwanted Noises
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Stress-Reducing Lightbulbs
This Lightbulb Changes in Accordance with Natural Sunlight Dynamics
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Guided Mindfulness Apps
The Buddhify 2 App Helps Users Find Ease Throughout the Day
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Sun-Mimicking Lights
The Ario Smart Lamp Changes Intensity During the Day to Sync with Body Clocks
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Headache-Curbing Massagers
The USB Head Brain Massager Hypes Up the Pressure at CES 2014
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Soothing Meditation Apps
The MindSurf App is an Ideal Relaxation Technique For Your Mobile Phone
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Stress-Reducing Coloring Books
These Adult Coloring Books are Designed to Fight High Stress Levels
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Bubbling Bathtub Add-Ons
The Dual Jet Bath Spa Makes Creating an At-Home Jacuzzi a Cinch
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Brain Tai Chi Apps
This Relaxation App Was Designed Using EEG to Lull Users into a Calm State
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Transcendental Meditation Apps
This Mindful App is Endorsed by Music Mogul Russell Simmons
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Stress-Tracking Wristbands
The Sony SmartBand Helps Monitor How Strained You Feel Each Day
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Stress-Regulating Driver Seats
Faurecia's 'Active Wellness' is a Health-Monitoring Biometric Seat
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Stress-Reducing Devices
Greater Than by Code and Theory Tunes Out Annoying Bosses
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Detoxifying Sleep Masks
The Japanese Binchotan Charcoal Detoxifying Eye Mask is Soothing
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Meditation-Enhancing Headbands
The Muse Headband Works to Train and Relax One's Brain
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Massage-Delivering Hoodies
The 'Aira Jacket' Gives App-Controlled Pressure-Point Back Rubs
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Stress-Reducing Bracelets
The WellBe Tells You When You're Too Stressed and Helps You Calm Down
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Stress Therapy Apps
'Lantern' is a Mental Health Online Platform That Guides Users Through Stress
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Illuminating Social Lamps
This Smart Notification Device Lights Up When Users Receive a Message
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Daily Mindfulness Apps
The Get Some Headspace App Provides a Series of 10-Minute Meditations
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Mood Detecting Scarves
The Neffa Chameleon Scarf Changes Color According to Mood
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Mood-Deciphering Apps
Moodnotes Improves Users' Well-Being and Mental Health
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Productivity-Enhancing Apps
This App Helps Users Track Their Productivity Throughout the Day
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Anxiety-Alleviating Apps
This App Pushes Users to Carry Out Stress-Reducing Activities
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Anxiety-Monitoring Bracelets
The Empatica E3 Wristband Analyzes Daily Stress and Depression
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Breath-Monitoring Wearables
This Activity Tracker App and Stone is Designated for State of Mind
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Stress-Fighting Moisturizers
Kiehl's Skin Rescuer Reduces the Visible Impact of Stress On Skin
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Parental Stress-Monitoring Apps
The ParentGuardian System Helps Parents of Children with ADHD
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Stress-Busting Skin Products
Nassif MD Bio-Rhythmic Skincare is Designed For High-Stress People
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Rejuvenating Forest Retreats
This Wilderness Awareness School Event Encourages 'Forest Bathing'
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Personalized Reminding Calendar Apps
The New 31SQUARES Calendar App Gets you Where you Need to Be
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Stress-Attacking Moisturizers
The Lancome Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Moisturizing Collection Calms Skin
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Stress-Relieving Massage Helmets
The Buru-Buru Head Massager Makes Work Bearable
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Malleable Stress Relief Mouses
The Conceptual 'Vent' Wireless Mouse Has a Soft Silicone Exterior
Relaxing Brain-Stimulating Headsets
The 'SLEEPISOL+' Headset Provides Four Brainwave Modes
Mindfulness Breathing Devices
The Mindsight ‘Breathing Buddha' Uses the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique
Anxiety-Reducing Pulsating Pillows
Fufuly is a CES 2023 Innovation That Guides Relaxed Breathing
Anxiety-Reducing Earplug Designs
Matter & University of the Arts London Debut the Helical Earplug
Meditative Desktop Concentration Devices
MOTION ZERO Helps a Person Destress and Focus
Sensory Relaxation Smart Lights
The Conceptual 'Idiya' Smart Lamp Soothes the Senses
Automated Relaxation Bathtubs
The Smart Bathtub by the Cloudandco Design Studio is Customizable
Soothing Eye Massager Masks
The 'True-Rel' Eye Massager Easily Alleviates Eye Fatigue
Stress-Fighting Moisturizers
Stress Faace is a Fast-Acting Daily Moisturizing Cream
Stress Reduction Table Lamps
The Conceptual 'Sunnest' Table Lamp by King Him Ho is Relaxing
Anti-Burnout Beer Campaigns
Heineken Canada Encourages End of 'Hustle Culture'
Virtual Assistant Menopause Apps
The 'Issviva' App Offers Access to Lifestyle Tips & Expert Advice
AI-Powered Journal Apps
Mindsera is an AI-Powered Journaling App that Gives Daily Advice
Mobile VR Pain Management Apps
'Flowly' Enables Pain Relief Through VR-Based Relaxation Training
AI-Powered Mental Health Apps
The 'Deepen' AI Therapist App Offers Insights and More
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Healthful Mood Journal Apps
The 'Mentalio' App Supports Users with Stress, Anxiety and More
Handcrafted Seratonin Boosters
Chill the F* Out by Apothékary Relieves Everyday Stress
Relaxing Weighted Pillows
Quiet Mind is a New Wellness is a New Wellness Brand
Digital Meditation Service Devices
The Conceptual Headspace Companion by Pascal Grangier is Cute
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Mind-Training Headbands
Alphabeats Helps Wearers Prime Their Mind to Enter a Flow State
Natural Sound-Amplifying Chairs
The 'Amplification Of The Senses' Chair Helps Alleviate Stress
Stress-Relieving Hearing Aids
Widex's 'SoundRelax' Hearing Aid Feature Alleviates Ear Stress
Mental Health Mirrors
The Baracoda BMind Smart Mirror Helps Users Manage Stress
De-Stressing Facial Moisturizers
Clarins' Multi-Active Day & Night Care Features Sea Holly Extract
Connected Stress Relief Mats
The 'Feel Good Mat' Offers Vibration and Auditory Feedback
Kid-Focused Mindful Activity Books
Wild Chakra Boassts the Kids' Mindful Coloring & Activity Book
Minimal Desk Accessories Concepts
The DESKRISK Series Organizes the Working Space
Gamified Stress Reduction Apps
The 'URSO' Mental Health Gaming App is Fun and Engaging
Calming Canned Teas
Relax by Blue Bear is a Comforting, Non-Carbonated Beverage
Gen Z Mental Health Apps
Chill Pill is a Social Media App Centered Around Mental Health
Health-Focused Non-invasive Patches
Super Patch Offers a Variety of Products with Health Benefits
Pain Relief Grounding Sheets
ZenLife Grounding Sheet Claims to Harnesses Energy for Pain Relief
Wearable Stress Management Monitors
Stress & Anxiety Monitor App is a Tool That Records Triggers
Health-Focused Alcohol-Tracking Apps
Sunnyside is a Mindful Drinking & Alcohol-Tracking App
AI Noise Reduction Apps
Unfear by Samsung Helps People with Autism Cancel Out Triggering Sounds
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
At-Home Heat Therapy Blankets
The HeatPod Sauna Blanket from Hydragun is Sweat-Resistant
Pocket-Sized Wellness Shots
Ryde Supports "Wellbeing in One Shot" with Natural Flavors
Calming Essential Oil Inhalers
Make & Mary's Calm Aromatherapy Inhaler Seeks to Reset & Restore
Calming Stacking Stone Toys
The Calm Club Relaxing Wooden Stacking Stones are Soothing
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Simple Time Management Apps
Cubicle Uses the Pomodoro Technique to Help You Stay Focused
Comfort-Enhancing Office Spaces
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs the Relaxound Office
Mini Nerve Stimulation Devices
The Hoolest VeRelief Collection Nerve Stimulators are Relaxing
AI Self-Improvement Apps
LeapLife Uses Journaling and Other Features to Reduce Stress
Tremor Therapy Wearables
Cala kIQ Improves the Lives of People with Essential Tremor & Parkinson’s
Intentional Modern Day Tools
Inside Then Out Boasts a Line of Elegant & Slick Minimalist Products
Anti-Productivity Apps
The 'Quiet Quitter' App Tracks How Much Professionals Make Doing Nothing
Emotional Wellbeing Services
'IFeel' Offers Mental Health Support for Workplaces
Engaging Workplace Wellness Apps
This App Helps Managers Support Employee Mental Health
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Music-Based Therapy Apps
Spiritune Combines Music Therapy with Neuroscience
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
AI-Powered Sexual Health Apps
The 'Calmara' App Uses AI to Help Pinpoint STIs
Holistic Sleep Improvement Platforms
'SomnApp' Offers Actionable Insights Towards Better Rest
Calm-Inducing Rollerball Perfumes
This Perfume Uses 17 Natural Ingredients to Curb Anxiety
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Peaceful Holiday Ads
IKEA's Take A Holiday From The Holidays Reminds People to Find Calm
Psychology-Based Habit Apps
The 'Doabl' App Helps Users Overcome Mental Barriers
Wellness-Focused Herbal Supplements
Balance Blends Seeks to Alleviate Everyday Stressors
Women-Targeted Cannabis Retreats
moodRXtreats Invites Cannabis Lovers and Explorers on a Journey
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
Personalized Meditation Apps
Balance Improves Sleep, Stress Responses and Overall Wellbeing
Mixed-Reality Bedtime Apps
Pillow is a Mixed-Reality App for Quest That Supports Relaxation in Bed
Supportive Stress Resilience Apps
The 'Resonance' App Guides Users with Breath Work
Stress-Busting Adaptogenic Elixirs
Deon Libra's Unbothered Elixir Has Reishi, Ashwagandha & Maca
Anti-Anxiety Sensory Touch Stickers
NATPAT Offers an Innovative Stress Relief Solution
Robust Stress-Relieving Capsules
Ritual Unveils the New 'Stress Relief' with BioSeries™ Technology
Sleep-Enhancing Mobile Apps
Munice's Miracle Night Uses Customized Audio to Enhance Sleep
Stress Reduction Finance Apps
The 'MoneyCoach' App Takes the Anxiety Out of Money Management
Connection-Focused Health Apps
'Circles' Safely Connects People Struggling with Mental Health
AI Men's Wellbeing Apps
Mindtrainer AI Helps Men Lead Healthy Lives With Meditation and More
Pocket-Sized Stress-Relief Toys
The YIJOO is a Magnet-Equipped Fidget Toy that Reduces Stress
Mindful Mental Health Ads
Alo Moves 2023 Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign Just Launched
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Nighttime Cooling Sprays
The Kool 'n' Soothe Night Cooling Spray Makes Sleep More Comfortable
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
AI Mental Health Apps
Deepen is an AI-Powered Pocket Therapist
Calmness-Promoting Mindfulness Classes
Oseh Emerges as a Beacon of Tranquility
Wellness-Centric Wearable Gadgets
The Apollo Neuro Wearable is Described to be a Wearable Hug
Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs
The Pause Bench Offers a Spot to Relax and Reflect
AI Relaxation Music
This Tool Gets to Know Your Tastes to Help Create a Soothing Environment
Mental Health Dating Features
Bumble Introduces New Features for Mental Health Awareness Month
Sporty All-Inclusive Retreats
Rise Up Surf Retreats Offers a Unique and Holistic Experience
Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps
Quiet Places Finder Helps People Locate Calm in the Big City
Mindful Time Management Solutions
Total Pause Provides Gentle Reminders that Don't Disrupt
Stress-Reducing Screenless Watches
NOWATCH Brings the First "Awareable" to CES 2023
Calming Video Game Soundscapes
Xbox and Calm are Teaming Up for Two New Game-Themed Soundscapes
Smart Eye Massagers
MOZA's Sleepris Combines Massage, Heat and Light Therapy
Self-Therapy Apps
MINDLiNG is a CES 2023 Innovation Awards Honoree
Cutting-Edge Mental Health Apps
Gen Z Can Find Trusted Mental Health Information with Diall
At-Home Cortisol-Testing Kits
Rootine's Cortisol Test is Easy-to-use and Offers Peace of Mind
Aromatic Breathwork Devices
The Beem Helps to Balance Moods with Acupressure & Aromachology
Problem-Based Website Ideas
Painkiller Ideas Offers a Database of Real Consumer Problems
Stress-Focused Smart Ring Features
Oura Resilience Measures a User's Ability to Handle Stress
Personal Productivity Planners
PlanPlume Increases Work-Life Balance Through Personalized Planning
Mindful Sleep-Aid App Content
Spotify and Calm Join Forces to Bring Calming Content to the App
Three-Step Calming Experiences
Help me Calm Down Offers a Useful Relaxation Technique to De-Stress
Soothing Adaptogenic Juices
California Pressed Juicery Launched the Unwind Tonic & Calm Shot
Wearable Therapeutic Pain Relievers
The Seedze Wearable Instant Relief Kit is Three-in-One
Simple AI-Powered Meditation
Calmo Offers Guided Meditation When You Answer a Simple Question
Sleep-Inducing Music Features
The Balance App Introduces the Deep Sleep Feature
Giftable Calming Kits
The Holiday TCM Calm Kit by Elix Combats Stress and Anxiety
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Stress-Reducing Breathing Balls
This Ball Mimics Users' Breathing Patterns In Tangible Form
Mindful Sabbatical Planners
This Planner Helps People Navigate and Reflect on the Work Breaks
Social Media-Limiting Apps
Elqi Intervenes with Meditation to Limit Social Media Time
Note-Taking Therapy Apps
Therapeze is a Note-Taking App for Therapy Clients
Meeting-Canceling Apps
Cala Helps Employees Swipe Left on Unnecessary Team Meetings
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Simple Meditative Websites
One Minute Focus Encourages Relaxation and Wellbeing
Personalized Meditation Sessions
Bliss Brain Can Curate Tailored Meditation Sessions
AI Breath Work Apps
Breath Confetti Uses AI To Help Calm the Mind
AI-Powered Therapy Apps
Sonia Makes AI Therapy Accessible Anytime and Anywhere
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
Slumber-Inducing Hotel Collections
Sleep Glow Launches its Newest Sleep Collection for Hotels
AI Mental Health Apps
Mentalport Makes Improving Upon Mental Health Easy and Fun
Stress-Reducing Earplug Alternatives
The Flare Calmer Earplug Alternative Gently Reduces Noises
AI Meditation Apps
Cerebral AI Offers Soundscapes and Personal Meditations
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Screen-Limiting Phone Apps
Takebreak Encourages People to Have a Better Work-Life Balance
Calming Spatial Computing Apps
Lungy: Spaces, for Apple Vision Pro, Combines the Virtual and Real
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Focus-Enhancing Soundscapes
Siestapp Uses White and Brown Noise to Soothe, Relax, or Boost Focus
Digital Distraction Barriers
WallHabit Will Block Digital Distraction and Promote Focus
Intuitive Journaling Apps
Laluta Offers Numerous Range of Expressions
Thought-Organizing AI Assistants
Sort My Thoughts Helps Users Stay Organized
Comprehensive Mental Health Trackers
Mood Wise Tracks Mood, Sleep, Energy, and More
Meditative Sleep Apps
CalmAlma Blends Ancient Practices with Modern Technology
Relaxation-Promoting Supplements
Youtheory Releases Ashwagandha + GABA Supplements for Relaxation
Calming Breathwork Apps
Tayo Rituals Guides Users Through Breathwork Rituals with an Expert
Safe Mental Health Spaces
Suniel Shetty Launches a Mental Health App with 24/7 Access to Therapy
Productivity-Enhancing Apps
FlowFinitee Provides Valuable Insights to Increase Your Productivity
Daily Stoic Wisdom
Stoiczone Sends Daily Philosophy Quotes to Your Inbox
Soothing White Noise Apps
Hum is a Subscription-free White Noise Generator for Relaxation or Focus