MoodMirror Project
Zilveren Kruis’ MoodMirror initiative integrates innovative technology to monitor and improve the mental states of users. The MoodMirror app, which is based on voice technology and Maaind’s neuro-adaptive AI, offers personalized emotional state assessments. It uses voice biomarkers to measure stress levels and emotional well-being, aligning users with an optimal state of mind.
The app is designed to provide continuous tracking through smartwatches, measuring metrics such as Heart Rate Variability (HRV), which offers valuable insights into users’ emotional and mental states. It also incorporates powerful breathing exercises that can trigger rapid changes in the nervous system, guiding users toward a state of calm or focus. Moreover, the app delivers a curated music experience that includes NeuroSoundTech audio tracks from Okinme, along with curated playlists on platforms like Spotify, designed for various emotional states: Flow, Mellow, and GoGoGO.
For the MoodMirror project, Okinme created six “Be in the Mood” playlists, each approximately one hour long, designed to align with the mood states of Mellow, Flow, and GoGoGO. These playlists include: “Be Mellow | Ambient,” “Be Mellow | LoFi,” “Be Flow | Classic,” “Be Flow | Acoustic,” “Be GoGoGo | Electronic,” and “Be GoGoGo | Rock.” Each playlist is meticulously curated to match the desired mood, facilitating relaxation, focus, or motivation for users effortlessly.
Boosting Mental States with Science-Backed NeuroSoundTech
Okinme’s NeuroSoundTech is a cutting-edge audio technology that helps listeners reach desired mental states such as deep relaxation, focus, and better sleep. Okinme’s audio tracks combine six scientifically-proven audio techniques, including binaural beats, frequency following response, EEG wave synthesis, noise methods, 3D audio coding techniques, and original composed music, all aimed at enhancing mental wellbeing. Each of these techniques contributes to the overall goal of improving emotional and mental states, and when combined, they provide a comprehensive solution to stress, focus, and relaxation and better sleep.
Music Curation for MoodMirror
Okinme’s music curation for the MoodMirror app was guided by specific BPM ranges to match the target mood states. These genres were selected based on scientific research around heart rate and emotional states:
• Mellow | Ambient – Slow-paced music to evoke a sense of tranquility.
• Mellow | LoFi – A laid-back genre perfect for relaxation or focus.
• Flow | Classic – Classical music known for enhancing focus and creative flow.
• Flow | Acoustic – Calm yet motivating acoustic guitar music to aid in concentration.
• GoGoGo | Electronic – Upbeat electronic music designed to energize and motivate.
• GoGoGo | Rock – High-energy rock music to fuel motivation and productivity.
These playlists are carefully crafted to trigger the desired emotional states, whether it’s relaxation, focus, or high energy, through musical elements and specific BPM.
Results and Insights
The MoodMirror project has already provided valuable insights into the importance of understanding one’s own mental state. The key takeaway is the recognition that emotional states can shift between hard work (GoGoGo), focused connection (Flow), and relaxation (Mellow). By understanding and managing these states, individuals can avoid burnout and improve their overall well-being.
The app’s focus on sensory stimuli like music, sound, and breathing offers a unique, intuitive alternative to traditional mental health support. Rather than focusing on talking about mental health challenges, the app empowers users to self-regulate through simple, effective tools.
Future Directions
The success of this pilot demonstrates the scalability of MoodMirror through B2B2C models, particularly with employers or municipalities. Okinme’s NeuroSoundTech, combining music and guided exercises with proven audio techniques, has shown immediate benefits like improved productivity, relaxation, and better sleep.
As the app evolves, it can incorporate more features to support mental wellbeing. With continued collaboration between Okinme, Zilveren Kruis, and other partners, MoodMirror has the potential to become an essential tool for addressing mental health proactively, whether for employees, young people, or those in high-stress environments.
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