The 'Aloe' app is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter in the hopes of sharing gentle self-care reminders to the world. As Aloe's creators note, there has been a significant interest in self-care, with "searches for the term [hitting] a five-year high."
Aloe breaks self-care down into three parts: physical, mental and emotional health with an easy-to-use three-screen interface. The app gives users the chance to set up reminders, check-ins and even daily motivations for the ongoing upkeep of their well-being. With the app, users are prompted to answer questions like "Who is one person who makes you happy?" and "What is one thing you’ll do for yourself tomorrow?"
Another component of the app are Aloe's Community Support Gardens, which allow users to send virtual flowers to one another, as well as tend to one another's gardens and foster a greater sense of positivity, encouragement and connection with others who are committed to bettering themselves.
Self-Care Reminder Apps
The Aloe App Helps Users Set Up Healthy Reminders for Themselves
Trend Themes
1. Self-care Reminder Apps - Apps that offer self-care reminders and emotional support are becoming increasingly popular.
2. Wellness Technology - There is a growing trend in the development of technology that is focused on helping individuals maintain and improve their health and well-being.
3. Crowdfunding for Self-care - Crowdfunding is increasingly being used as a means of bringing self-care products and services to market.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile App Development - There is an opportunity for developers to create self-care apps that offer users personalized support and encouragement.
2. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can benefit from incorporating technology solutions, such as self-care reminder apps, into their offerings.
3. Crowdfunding Platforms - Crowdfunding platforms can support the growth of the self-care industry by providing opportunities for innovative products and services to receive funding and go to market.