Refit
A Self-Help App for Healing and Renewal. A compassionate self-help app to support you through breakups, separations, or the loss of a partner. With tools for emotional healing, reflection, and growth, it helps you process grief and rebuild your life with strength, clarity, and care.
Overview
This self-help application is designed to support individuals navigating the emotional turmoil of broken relationships, including separation, divorce, and the loss of a partner. Featuring guided exercises, personalized coping strategies, and community support, the app empowers users to process their feelings, rebuild their self-esteem, and discover new paths to healing. Interactive resources such as journaling prompts, mindfulness practices, and expert advice provide a comprehensive toolkit.
Problem
Current apps offer resources like online therapy, meditation, and immediate text support to help users cope with grief, anxiety, and loneliness. However, many apps may lack tailored content specifically for relationship trauma or a community aspect for shared experiences. Additionally, users might find it difficult to navigate their feelings without personalized guidance or struggle with the stigma around seeking help, highlighting the need for more specialized solutions that foster healing and connection.
Solution
This app will provide a holistic approach to healing from broken relationships by combining personalised resources and community support. Users will access guided exercises tailored to specific situations. Features will include mood tracking, journaling prompts, and mindfulness practices, alongside expert advice and video content. A unique community forum will foster connection, allowing users to share experiences and support each other. Additionally, the app will offer one-on-one coaching sessions with trained professionals for personalised guidance.
Primary Research & Competitor Analysis
Our analysis of indirect competitors like Balanced, Talkspace, 16G, and 29K shows a growing need for community-led emotional healing, but many lack real-time support, privacy, or accessibility. Primary research with five individuals revealed prolonged emotional distress, lack of closure, and no prior use of self-help apps. All agreed a focused tool would be “definitely” useful. Key needs include anonymous support, structured healing, and relatable content. These insights guide Refit’s mission—to create a supportive, safe, and affordable app for navigating breakup and relationship trauma.
Proto Persona &
Customer Journey Map
Understanding Our Users
Refit is built for people navigating the emotional aftermath of a breakup—whether they initiated it or were left behind. Personas like Soniya and David reflect diverse needs: emotional support, identity rebuilding, and future planning. Our journey map traces their experience from emotional overwhelm to personal growth, highlighting key touchpoints like self-help tools, community support, and therapy. These insights ensure Refit delivers empathetic, timely, and empowering experiences to help users heal, reflect, and rebuild stronger, more fulfilled lives.
Hypothesis & Assumption Prioritisation , Lean UX Canvas, Ideation Board
Designing Refit with Intentional User Focus
Through Lean UX methods, we identified features like customised affirmations, mood tracking, and guided reflections as high-value for users healing from relationship loss. Business and user assumptions revealed strong needs for emotional guidance, privacy, daily rituals, and community support. Solutions prioritize personalization, expert guidance, and secure access. Key outcomes include improved mental well-being, self-awareness, and long-term engagement. Inspired by user-first philosophies from Google, Apple, and others, Refit aims to deliver a healing experience that is intuitive, empathetic, and deeply supportive in every interaction.
User Flows and Information Architecture
Refit’s user journey begins with onboarding, emotional assessment, and personalized recommendations. Users then explore key sections—content, journaling, community, and professional support. Features like goal setting, mood tracking, and routine building aid recovery. Account management offers privacy, preferences, and wearable integration. The architecture ensures intuitive navigation across tools, activities, and support systems, helping users manage emotional healing step by step. Refit provides a structured, empathetic, and accessible path to recovery after relationship loss or emotional trauma.
Key Features
1. Understanding the Emotional State and providing coping mechanisms and support resources.
2. Self Reflection and growth involve exercises to boost self-esteem, develop resilience, and cultivate self-awareness.
3. Building a supportive network emphasising the importance of seeking support from friends, family, or professional counsellors.
4. Mindfulness and Self-Care - Techniques such as meditation, journaling, and physical exercise can help individuals manage stress and foster resilience.
5. Healthy Coping Mechanisms - such as engaging in hobbies, spending time with loved ones, or seeking creative outlets, Learning new skills can help user to heal and grow eventually.
6. Continued Learning and Support: Offer ongoing support and resources beyond the initial stages of recovery.
7. Regular updates, new content, and opportunities for community engagement.
Mood board, Style Guide & Branding
Refit’s visual identity reflects healing, resilience, and personal growth. Warm, earthy tones and authentic imagery create an empathetic, supportive space. Consistent iconography, accessible UI components, and inclusive design enhance usability across devices. The typography uses the Roboto family for clarity and hierarchy. The heart in the logo symbolizes care, while the bold “Refit” expresses strength and unity. The tagline Heal. Build. Grow. reinforces the journey of emotional recovery. The orange palette evokes positivity, hope, and encouragement, aligning deeply with the app’s purpose and values.
Lo-fi Mid-fi Prototype
From Idea to Interface: Thoughtfully Designed for Healing
Refit’s interface was carefully prototyped and wireframed to support a seamless healing journey. Starting from onboarding and personalized assessments, users navigate through intuitive sections like dashboard, self-care plans, content library, community support, and professional help. Features such as journaling, goal tracking, affirmations, and therapist access are designed for emotional recovery. Clear navigation and a clean layout ensure users feel supported and guided at every step—making Refit not just usable, but truly therapeutic.
1. Homescreen
2. Community
3. Therapist Directory
1. Subscription
2. Activity and Exercises
3. Affirmation and Inspiration
1. Therapist Booking
2. Podcast and Videos
3. Library
Impact
The App demonstrated a significant positive impact by providing users with a structured, supportive path to healing from relationship trauma. Personalized tools and community engagement helped participants feel heard, reduce emotional distress, and rebuild confidence. The app's holistic approach enhanced user resilience, making it a valuable digital solution in emotional recovery and mental well-being.