Mindful

The Mission

Mental wellness apps often overlook users with disabilities. Mindful was created with the belief that mindfulness should be accessible to everyone. The app needed to work seamlessly for users with visual impairments, hearing difficulties, and motor challenges while remaining beautiful and calming for all users.

Design Philosophy

Every design decision was filtered through an accessibility lens. Colors meet WCAG AAA contrast standards. All visual elements have audio descriptions. Haptic feedback provides non-visual cues for breathing exercises. The interface adapts to user preferences, from text size to reduced motion settings.

The visual design uses soft gradients and gentle animations that promote calm without overwhelming the senses. The breathing exercises feature a pulsing orb that can be followed visually or through synchronized vibrations.

Key Features

• Screen reader optimized with full VoiceOver/TalkBack support
• Haptic-guided breathing exercises
• Customizable visual themes including high contrast mode
• Audio descriptions for all visual content
• Adjustable animation speeds and reduced motion option
• Offline mode for meditation sessions
• Progress tracking with accessible charts

Technologies Used

The Impact