Gentle, timely nudges
Smart reminders arrive when they’re helpful—not intrusive—so you can reset without losing flow.
Short breaks to recharge and refocus
Take a Break automatically reminds busy professionals to pause for a moment of calm—no extra effort required. Built with care to help you reset and return with clearer focus.
Why you’ll love it
Frictionless by design
No timers to set. No fiddly controls. Start a short activity with a single tap.
Wellbeing-boosting activities
Quick stretches, mindful breaths, or a social nudge—each crafted to restore focus.
Syncs via iCloud
Your preferences follow you. No accounts to create, no passwords to forget.
Privacy-first
Notifications are scheduled on-device. We avoid third-party trackers.
How it works
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Set your schedule
Pick days and times that fit your rhythm—mornings, afternoons, or both.
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Choose your vibe
Select categories like Mindful, Physical, or Social—tailored to your day.
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Get a gentle nudge
At thoughtful intervals, Take a Break suggests a quick activity to reset.
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Return refreshed
A couple of minutes later, you’re calmer, clearer, and ready to focus.
The spark
“My wife, a newly minted interior designer, spends hours hunched over her computer, too absorbed to remember to rest. She isn’t a ‘tech person,’ so having to manually set alarms or reminders simply won’t work for her. That got me thinking: how can we nudge people into mindful breaks without asking for extra effort?”