Mentally
As one of the projects developed for the Google UX Course, Mentally is an app protoype designed to help users recognize their daily emotions. Through its purposeful features, users can engage with a variety of lessons associated with the emotions they experience. The app aims to broaden users’ horizons by encouraging them to explore and understand the nature of their emotions more deeply. which, in turn, helps them to resolve internal conflicts.
Role: UX Designer | Tool Used: Figma, Canva
Why the idea?
Project Overview
In the “Project Overview” section, we outline the central problem and overarching goal of Mentally. This section provides a concise understanding of the project’s focus and objectives, setting the stage for further exploration in subsequent sections.
The Problem
The app’s foundation is rooted in a common issue: people often struggle to understand their emotions. As emphasized by Harry (2022) from UTSouthWestern Medical Centre, recognizing inner conflicts is essential for effective management, shaping the app’s development.
The Goal
The goal of Mentally is to provide users with a user-friendly platform that facilitates the recognition and understanding of their emotions. Through insightful guidance and tailored resources, the app aims to empower individuals to effectively manage inner conflicts.
What I do?
Responsibilities
Interviews
Conducted user interviews and utilized online questionnaires to gather insights into users' mental health challenges and preferences.
Wireframing & Prototyping
Created both paper and digital wireframes, followed by low and high-fidelity prototypes to visualize and refine the app's structure and functionality.
Usability Studies
Conducted usability studies to gather feedback from users, ensuring that the app's interface and features are intuitive and easy to navigate.
Iterating on Designs
Implemented feedback from usability studies to iteratively refine and enhance the app's design, focusing on improving user experience and addressing any usability issues.
So conclusion?
Research Summary
The research findings closely align with the app’s overarching goal of promoting mental well-being. Through the utilization of online questionnaires and user interviews, we uncovered a significant trend: many individuals attribute their mental health challenges to the relentless demands of modern life. This revelation emphasizes the pressing need for a user-friendly tool that not only acknowledges these challenges but also provides effective support mechanisms.
Persona
Age: 27 | Occupation: Sales Assistant | Education: Bachelor Degree
Alex is a working adult who needs access to mental health resources because they want to bring positive transformation to their personal life as well as their workplace.
Goal
Alex desires to strike a balance between his professional responsibilities and personal life to avoid burnout and exhaustion.
Frustration
Alex struggles to find accessible mental health resources tailored to his specific needs and schedule.
“I’m constantly juggling work responsibilities, leaving me little time to prioritize my mental health. It feels like a never-ending cycle of stress and pressure.”
Low-Fidelity Prototype
In the low-fidelity prototype section, we showcase the initial design concepts of the app using basic wireframes. These prototypes provide a starting point for exploring layout options and gathering feedback on core functionalities.
Usability Testing: Finding
In the usability testing findings section, we share insights gathered from testing the app with real users, including feedback and suggestions. These findings inform refinements to enhance the user experience and effectiveness of the app.
Features
Enhance app features beyond book summaries to provide a richer user experience.
Sharing Button
Integrate a sharing button on the summary page to facilitate easy sharing of content.
Categories
Expand emotional categories to offer users a wider range of options for self-expression.
Modifications
We present the iterations and refinements made to the app design based on user feedback. This section showcases how user suggestions and insights have influenced the evolution of the app’s interface and functionality.
Serene Homepage
Step into our serene homepage, a tranquil refuge where spirituality and modernity intertwine. Explore a curated selection of resources spanning spirituality, psychology, meditation, TED Talks, and more. Immerse yourself in profound insights and wisdom, nurturing your well-being and fostering personal growth.
Book Oasis
Discover the Book Oasis, your gateway to boundless knowledge and inspiration. Delve effortlessly into the essence of each book, where concise summaries and transformative exercises await. Embark on a journey of enlightenment and empowerment, enriching your mind and nurturing your spirit.
Wisdom Vault
Unlock the Wisdom Vault, where insights and exercises converge to fuel your personal growth journey. Here, all saved summaries and highlighted exercises from our book exploration page are compiled for easy access. Dive deep into a treasure trove of wisdom, guiding you towards greater understanding and enlightenment.
Reflective Haven
Retreat to our Reflective Haven, a sanctuary for introspection and self-discovery. Capture your innermost thoughts and reflections through video recordings and journal entries, guiding you towards profound self-awareness and personal growth.
