The article discusses the challenges of maintaining self-care for busy parents, particularly mothers with young children. It highlights the evolving self-care apps market, projected to grow significantly, and explores how gamification can make personal care more appealing and manageable. The author tests several gamified apps like Finch and Habitica, which encourage users to complete self-care tasks while incorporating fun elements like challenges and rewards. By doing so, the article emphasizes the importance of self-care and the innovative approaches helping parents prioritize their well-being amidst their busy lives.
"Gamification taps into psychological motivators like achievements, competition (even with yourself) and rewards. It makes tasks more engaging and less like chores."
"Many of these apps turn self-care into a game to help users look after themselves. There are gamified apps for meditation, drinking more water and consuming less alcohol."
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