Our Brainwise Journal app subscription unlocks our library of meditations, Sleep Stories, and many self-growth audio programs. The subscription includes:

• Track your progress with a Daily journal questionnaire for your self-realization and understanding 
• Multiple original daily audio programs from a range of stories to give your day a dose of wisdom, gratitude, and encouragement, 
• Hours of guided learning covering sleep, anxiety, stress, gratitude, and much more
• Our entire library in which we add new stories and learnings every week.

Stress and anxiety can have various causes and can differ greatly from person to person. Here are a few common factors that contribute to stress and anxiety:

1. Major life changes: Significant life events such as moving, getting married (or divorced), starting a new job or experiencing the loss of a loved one can trigger it.
2. Work or school pressure: High workloads, tight deadlines, challenging bosses, or work pressure can lead to stress and anxiety.
3. Financial challenges: Job loss, debt, or just struggling to make ends meet can be a significant source of stress and anxiety.
4. Relationships: Whether romantic, familial or social, strain or conflict in relationships can cause stress and anxiety.
5. Health concerns: Managing chronic illness, physical pain or battling a health condition can be a cause, as well.
6. Traumatic experiences: Experiencing a traumatic event, such as an accident, abuse or even a natural disaster can lead to anxiety-related conditions.
7. Uncertainty and change: Experiencing frequent change (even positive change!) or feeling uncertain about the future can be a common cause of anxiety.

It's important to note that not everyone experiences stress and anxiety in the same way. If you're dealing with stress and anxiety, it's recommended to seek support from a mental health professional who can provide personalized guidance.

Once you're in the Calm app, we recommend using a Breathing Bubble exercise if you're looking for immediate stress or anxiety relief. Breathwork elicits the body's relaxation response which reduces tension and lowers stress.

We also have other content programs, including our Overcome Stress and Anxiety collection in partnership with clinical psychologist, Dr. Julie Smith. In this series, Dr. Julie guides listeners through high stress moments in real time, including panic attacks, negative thought spirals, and more.

In addition to Dr. Julie's series, you can find more guided breathing exercises and meditations in our Reduce Stress & Anxiety collection. Let experts such as Jay Shetty, Tamara Levitt, and Chibs Okereke help guide you into peaceful mindfulness and relaxation.