Be

Affirm it. Feel it. Be it.

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Inspiration

As someone who's always been more spiritually inclined and emotionally sensitive than technically trained, I often felt like I didn’t belong in tech. But during stressful times - heartbreaks, burnout, emotional spirals - I turned to affirmations, journaling, and guided meditations to find peace. I wanted to build a safe digital space that could do the same for others.

So I created Be - a cosmic, calming mobile app built on Bolt.new. It combines affirmations, AI-powered journaling, and guided meditations to help users reconnect with themselves gently and consistently.

What it does

Be is a mobile-first wellness app that:

  • 🎙️ Generates daily affirmations
  • ✍️ Features an AI-powered journal that responds empathetically to the user's feelings using Gemini
  • 🧘‍♀️ Provides guided meditations with relaxing narration via ElevenLabs
  • 🌙 Tracks the user’s streaks, mood logs, and total minutes meditated on their profile
  • 🌟 Offers a soft, cosmic UI that feels magical, soothing, and deeply Gen Z
  • 🔒 Includes a login/auth system so each user’s healing journey is personal

How we built it

The entire project was built using Bolt.new, with:

  • ElevenLabs API for voice generation (meditation narration)
  • Gemini API for AI journal reflections
  • Netlify for deploying the web build
  • **Loom, VN & Canva for the demo video and UI elements I used Bolt's visual builder to structure the app flow and screens, integrated external APIs using custom code blocks, and styled everything to match a soft cosmic aesthetic.

Challenges we ran into

  • Audio Handling in Bolt: Integrating ElevenLabs audio in a seamless UX flow took experimentation
  • Gemini API key access: Other tools like Claude required payment; I pivoted to Gemini for better accessibility
  • No mic for recording: I had to get creative with audio amplification and editing tools for the video
  • Imposter syndrome: Seeing others build complex apps triggered doubts, but I pushed through by reminding myself why I started

Accomplishments that we're proud of

  • Built and deployed a complete mobile wellness app solo without a traditional CS background
  • Used real AI tools like ElevenLabs and Gemini to create a truly interactive healing experience
  • Created an aesthetic that feels Gen Z, cozy, and authentic - not like a boring utility
  • Learned how to design, build, ship, and demo an app in under 3-4 weeks!

What we learned

  • How to bring an idea to life using Bolt.new from scratch
  • How to integrate third-party APIs into a low-code platform effectively
  • Basics of product thinking — user flow, design, and copy that feels intentional
  • The power of community + vulnerability — building in public and being emotionally honest in a tech space can still lead to innovation
  • That even one soft voice can create something impactful

What's next for Be

Next, I plan to:

  • 🌐 Make it more accessible by adding features for visually and physically disabled users, like voice-based navigation and simplified layouts.
  • 🧠 Improve AI journaling with deeper emotional tracking, mood tagging, and personalized insights based on past entries.
  • 🔮 Integrate astrology-based affirmations tied to lunar cycles or zodiac signs for users who align with spiritual practices.
  • 💸 Launch a premium version using RevenueCat for subscribers who want longer meditations, personal AI notes, or crystal-inspired sound baths.

Ultimately, I want Be to evolve into a soft-tech sanctuary - blending healing, AI, and aesthetic joy into one space that fits into people’s lives as naturally as music or journaling.

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