# Relaxation-Guiding Headphones The Melomind Headphones Teaches People How to Truly Unwind By Meghan Young | Published 2016-04-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melomind-headphones References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2016/04/26/melomind-is-a-pair-of-headphones-that-will-teach-you-how-to-relax/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/865795124/melomind-the-ultimate-relaxation-headset) In this day and age of constant stimulation and (seemingly) never-ending work, a product like the Melomind Headphones could make a huge difference in people's lives. As important as it is to get some much-needed rest and relaxation, sometimes this necessity escapes people for one simple reason: they can't or don't know how to take a moment for themselves. The Melomind Headphones helps by guiding and teaching people how to relax. It pairs with smartphones via Bluetooth in order to run along side its accompanying app. As soon as a session is started, a [calming voice tells you to relax](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliro) and then [procedural music starts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endel-1). Tech Crunch writes, "Melomind [tracks your brain activity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calmness-meter) in real time and sends the info to your phone so that the music evolves according to your level of stress." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Brainwave-tracking Wearables:** Opportunity for innovation in wearables that track brainwaves to monitor stress levels and provide relaxation guidance - **Personalized Relaxation Technology:** Opportunity for innovation in personalized technology that guides and teaches individuals how to relax and de-stress - **Psychological Wellness Apps:** Opportunity for innovation in apps that utilize brainwave-tracking and music therapy to improve psychological wellness ### Who This Affects Most - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can utilize brainwave-tracking wearables and personalized relaxation technology to offer individuals more effective stress-management resources - **Music and Audio Technology:** Music and audio technology industries can further develop psychological wellness apps to better guide individuals through relaxation and stress management practices. - **Retail:** Retail industries can integrate relaxation guidance technology into products such as pillows and mattresses, allowing for a more relaxing and restful night's sleep. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Relaxing Brain-Stimulating Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepisol.md) - [Brain Tracking Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro-lt.md) - [Musical Mental Wellness Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphabeats.md) - [Calming Meditation Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightvision.md) - [Sleep-Improving Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muse.md) - [Relaxation-Focused Portable Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeris-1-eye-massager.md) - [Brainwave-Monitoring Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro.md) - [AI-Enabled Meditation Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainco-oxyzen.md) - [Mind-Training Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphabeats-headband.md)