Serene: Meditation & Breathing

Apollo Creative Studio

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About this app

Find stillness in a noisy world.

Serene is a minimalist meditation and mindfulness app rooted in Buddhist practice. No clutter, no feeds, no pressure — just essential tools to sit, breathe, and return to the present moment.

🧘 Meditation Timer
A clean, distraction-free timer designed by people who actually meditate.

• Sessions from 1 to 120 minutes with quick presets or precise slider.
• Authentic singing-bowl bells mark the start, end, and intervals.
• Seven ambient soundscapes: rain, streams, forest, nature, and more.
• Background playback with lock screen controls.

🫁 Guided Breathing Exercises
Four evidence-based techniques to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and calm your nervous system — all free.

• Box Breathing (4-4-4-4) — Navy SEAL technique for acute stress relief and focus.
• 4-7-8 Sleep Method — Dr. Weil's relaxation for falling asleep and easing tension.
• Resonant Breathing (5-5) — Activates your parasympathetic nervous system for lasting calm.
• Equal Breathing (Sama Vritti) — Gentle yogic practice perfect for beginners.

Animated visual guidance (no audio needed), personalized recommendations, and flexible 2–10+ minute sessions.

🎧 Guided Meditation Programs
Professionally narrated journeys that build real skill over time.

• 7 Days of Peace — Beginner introduction covering breath, stillness, loving-kindness, walking meditation, and gratitude.
• The Focused Mind — Samatha-inspired concentration training for effortless focus in a distracted world.

📊 Track Your Progress
Stay consistent with a calm dashboard celebrating your dedication.

• Total minutes, session counts, meditation streak, mood check-ins, and private journal.

❤️ Syncs with Health Connect
Automatically save sessions as Mindfulness minutes in Health Connect (Android) and Apple Health (iOS).

💡 Daily Wisdom
Curated Zen insights and an offline Dhammapada library.

🌿 Designed for Calm
A warm, zen-inspired aesthetic with no video libraries or upsells — just a quiet tool you'll want to open every day.

🔒 Private & Respectful
Your journal and progress stay on your device.

Why Serene?
Most wellness apps compete for your attention. Serene gives it back. Download free, sit down, and take your first breath today.

What’s new

Improve meditation function