The Story Behind breathe

In 2016, I burned out. Too much work, too little listening to myself.

Meditation helped me find my way back. But the apps available back then were too complicated — too many courses, too much content, too much distraction. I just wanted a timer and some peace. So I built Breathe.

The app ran quietly in the background for years — 30 to 100 downloads a day, without any marketing.

In 2025, I completely reimagined Breathe. No longer just a timer, but a ritual app — with breathing exercises, sound worlds, and the ability to create your own rituals.

The idea is simple: You don't need a teacher or a 30-day course. You need a moment each day. One minute is enough.

Breathe is one app, one developer, one mission: Small rituals for everyday life. For everyone.

If Breathe helps you, tell others about it. That's the best support.

— Johannes