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MindShift CBT Therapy - Windows 11 Version

A powerful Windows 11 application for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) self-help, designed to help you shift negative moods into positive ones through structured exercises and mood tracking.

Windows 11 Features

• Native Windows 11 Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Windows 11 taskbar and notification system
• Mica Effect: Supports Windows 11's Mica transparency effect on compatible systems
• Jump List Tasks: Quick access to breathing exercises directly from the taskbar
• Native Notifications: Windows 11 native notification system for reminders and achievements
• Data Import/Export: Easily backup and restore your therapy data

Installation

Running from Source (Recommended)

1. Ensure you have Node.js installed (https://nodejs.org/)
2. Download the MindShift-CBT-Therapy-Windows-Source.zip file
3. Extract to your desired location
4. Double-click Start MindShift CBT Therapy.bat
5. The app will automatically install dependencies and launch

Note: The first run may take a few minutes as it downloads and installs dependencies.

Features

Core CBT Exercises

• Thought Records: Challenge and reframe negative thoughts
• Mindfulness Exercises: Practice present-moment awareness
• Gratitude Journal: Cultivate positive thinking patterns
• Breathing Exercises: Quick anxiety relief through guided breathing

Situation Builder

Build your current mood state from different dimensions:

• Emotional state
• Physical sensations
• Thought patterns
• Environmental factors

Progress Tracking

• Daily mood tracking
• Weekly activity charts
• Mood trend analysis
• Personalized insights

Data Management

Export Your Data

1. Click the menu button (☰)
2. Select "Export Data"
3. Choose a location to save your backup file

Import Your Data

1. Click the menu button (☰)
2. Select "Import Data"
3. Choose your backup file to restore

System Requirements

• Windows 10 (version 1903) or Windows 11
• 4GB RAM minimum
• 100MB free disk space
• Internet connection for initial setup

Troubleshooting

App Won't Start

• Ensure Node.js is installed (Option 1 only)
• Try running as administrator
• Check Windows Defender isn't blocking the app

Notifications Not Working

• Check Windows notification settings
• Ensure notifications are enabled for MindShift in Windows Settings

Data Not Saving

• Check disk space
• Try exporting your data as a backup
• Restart the application

Privacy

MindShift stores all your data locally on your Windows device. No data is sent to external servers. Your therapy journey remains completely private.

Support

For support or feature requests, please contact:

• Email: support@mindshift.app
• Website: https://mindshift.app

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