MOMO is an app for everyone but it was especially designed for the commuters of Queens, NY. Commuters are always on the go. For some people, the only time they have to themselves is when they're underground in the subway. I wanted to take advantage of those moments, when there is limited to no internet connection, and provide a simple self-care tool that could be used in small public spaces like the subway or bus.

MOMO sessions use sound frequencies to soothe your nervous system. To begin a session, all you have to do is answer 2 simple questions. That's also the only time you're ever really required to look at the screen. After starting your session, there are optional breathing and reflexology exercises that can also be done. Nearly all exercises can be comfortably done without disturbing the person right next to you (subway & bus friendly).

Wellness:

All sounds are at a frequency that is calming for the nervous system

Minimal time required to have eyes on a screen

Breathing exercises are also oriented towards relaxation

Diverse:

Must offer at minimum 3 languages

Must be simple to use and follow for individuals that may not be the most tech savvy

Commuter Oriented:

Exercises can be done comfortably in small spaces, without disturbing others

All time ranges offered are below 30 minutes and can easily be fit in a commute (the average commute time for a New Yorker is over 30 minutes)

Tech used: React Native: framework for mobile apps i18next: framework for internationization Expo: for testing in real time and quick starting the app React Navigation: for navigating between screens React Native Paper: framework for components (standard-compliant Material Design) React Native Material UI: framework for components (standard-compliant Material Design) Expo-Audio: library for playing audio

Building: npm install

Quick Start: npx expo start

Add duration option screen before routing to Session screen

Add timers for each session, then re-route to EndSession screen

Create EndSessionScreen (end session final audio/sound to signal end of each session)

Play music according to selected duration

During session option: add 2-3 breathing exercise options

During session option: add reflexology exercises

Improve current translations

Add additional languages: Bengali, Korean

Update theme/styling

Add custom icons (waves)