Balanced

I came across the app Balanced while searching for something to aid in my happiness "project". The application is simple and attractive; and it allows you to track your progress. I have downloaded countless of performance tracking apps (weight-loss, meditation, and even language) and none of them ever really worked. A lot of it had to do with how much I disliked the user interface of the applications. For me they were always unattractive and too clunky. And there were always too many annoying ads at the bottom.

Needless to say, Balanced does not have any of that. And the ability to customize naming of tasks and the logos is extremely beneficial. The subtle notifications are neither hostile nor judgmental. Nor are they overly annoying. The interesting part, however, is that I am not in need of them half of the team. I am finding myself opening the application countless of times during the day. And the reminders have improved my posture (now I check it several times a day) and has greatly reminded me of the aspects of my life in which I am greatly lacking (i.e. exercise and self-fulfillment). The simple line graph, with that base line, is enough to motivate me to keep it above the damn line. And today when I received the notification "what have you done for yourself today?" made me feel as though I had greatly neglected myself (again). Thanks to the app, I am writing more. And I am also consciously trying to thank people. It turns out, people really do appreciate being thanked.