project overview
the goal - to solve the lack of time and discipline to meditate
Problem statement
There is too much stress in everyone's life and not enough free time to go to special yoga and meditation classes. Problems can also include sleep problems, inability to relax, and fear of not seeing results from the process.
Possible solution
There is too much stress in everyone's life and not enough free time to go to special yoga and meditation classes. Problems can also include sleep problems, inability to relax, and fear of not seeing results from the process.
USER PERSONA
About
Anna has an average pace of life, she works as an accountant but has free time in the morning. She feels tense several times a week due to news and relationships. She used to meditate from time to time, so she is ready to try again 2-3 times a week. Previously, she stopped meditating because of the lack of results
needs and fears
She want to improve sleep quality, reduce anxiety, and relax. But she Does not understand how to meditate properly. Lacks concentration.
Desired app features
Anna, 28 y.o., has BA degree
Selection of recommendations, Progress tracking, Choosing a vote, Ability to add to favorites.
EMpathy map
“I want to try a new way to get rid of stress”
“I want to try a new way to improve my sleep quality”
Says
Does
Looking online for ways to lower anxiety, trying to improve her sleep with vitamins
Tries to meditate on her own
Reads about self-development and healthy lifestyle
Thinks
Excited to try a new experience
Hopes this helps to solve the problem
Feels doubts whether she can cope
Feels
Tired and anxious
Curious
Need for a change of scenery and variety of life
Exhausted of lack of information
Competitor research
Among the benefits of these apps, I emphasized their streamlined registration process, ability to skip certain steps, and clear indication of the user's current stage, including features like Search, Library, and Download.
Headspace
balance
insight timer
stoic
yoga med
Availability of hints
Personalized settings
Weaknesses include difficult and confusing navigation, potentially leading to visual strain due to an overload of on-screen elements. Moreover, there aren't enough options to personalize settings.
Library
Search
Download options
Add to favorites
Information architecture
wireframes
The next step was to create low-fidelity wireframes to work out the navigation and structure.
Design
Registration Screen
Suggested quick registration through an Apple or Google account, and via email.
You are also prompted to answer a few questions for customization, but there is an option to skip this step and return to the settings later.
home screen
Within the "recommended collections" segment, you have the ability to preview the duration, theme, save it to a collection, or directly access the card in advance.
The initial screen offers quick access to downloads, favorites, recently accessed, and frequently listened-to meditations, as these categories are highly desired by the users.
Additionally, there is a customization option available. You can personalize the meditation's duration, select a teacher, music, and adjust the difficulty level according to your preferences.
explore screen
The search function allows you to find a meditation by request.
Interests grant access to popular themed meditation collections.
Categories offer meditation course collections for fulfilling your long-term goals completely.
profile screen
settings, progress and history
Displays total minutes meditated and completed sessions to guide and encourage consistent practice.
In the history section, select a day, week, or month to view your past meditation archives.
player
Collections offer multi-day programs for gradual day-by-day listening.
The download feature is available, allowing you to listen offline.
Within customized meditation, you have the option to choose various elements such as duration, mentor, musical accompaniment, and difficulty level according to your preferences.
Great animation within the player enhances the enjoyment of the process.