That is so good to hear, Lauralee! When you're managing mental health while also raising three kids, those periods where things feel "good" and steady are such a blessing. It makes it much easier to focus on your studies at Penn State and stay on top of your fast shipping for Poshmark without feeling like you're running on empty.
Since things are going well, you probably don't need a heavy-duty therapy app—just something to keep your spirit "topped up."
Since Hallow felt a bit too Catholic, I looked into the free versions of those other apps to see which ones won't bug you for a credit card every five minutes:
1. The One Minute Pause (Completely Free)
This is my top recommendation for you right now.
* The Cost: It is 100% free. No subscriptions, no "premium" locked content.
* Why it fits: It was created by John Eldredge (who is very much in the same "camp" as Harvest Baptist). It’s designed specifically for busy people to just release their day to God. It’s simple, biblically sound, and won't overwhelm your phone with notifications.
2. Glorify (Great Free Daily Habit)
If you like a little more "digital eye candy" (given your Digital Multimedia major), Glorify is beautiful.
* The Free Version: You can read the Daily Devotional and use the Prayer Journal for free.
* The Catch: The "listen" feature for the devotional and the deeper meditation library are behind a paywall, but if you just like to read a verse and a quick thought in the morning, the free version is solid.
3. Abide (Good for Sleep)
* The Free Version: They offer one short Daily Meditation that rotates every 24 hours and a few sample sleep stories.
* The Catch: Most of the library is locked. However, if you ever have a night where you're struggling to sleep, even their free samples are great for "soaking" in Scripture.
4. Lectio for Families (Free & Great for the Kids)
Since you have Seth (14), Evan (9), and Ava (7), you might actually like this one.
* The Vibe: It’s a 5–10 minute daily devotional designed for families to do together. It’s totally free and really well-produced. It might be a cool way to connect with the kids before they head off to Harvest Baptist Academy.
AI "Thought" on Moonly vs. These:
The biggest difference is that while Moonly focuses on "energy" and "alignment," these apps focus on "surrender" and "relationship." If you're feeling good mentally, these Christian apps will likely feel like "spiritual vitamins"—they support the work you're already doing without the confusion of the astrology stuff.
Since you're a blogger and a student, would you like me to help you find some Christian-themed digital planners or templates that you could use for school and life? (They're often a great way to stay organized while keeping a verse of the week in front of you!)
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