Emotions Check-In is an interactive, science-backed feature to decode emotions and deliver personalized next steps within the Calm Health app. Please note that this feature is only available for US mobile users at this time.
You can select the emotion that most closely matches your current emotional state and intensity, input additional information that might offer insight into why you feel a certain way, and ultimately, receive suggestions and recommendations based on the emotion you selected.
What is the clinical basis of the Emotions Check-In feature?
The Emotions Check-In feature is based on research by Dr. Paul Ekman, who tied emotions to facial expressions. The primary emotions included in this feature are: Anger, Enjoyment, Sadness, Disgust, and Fear. Each emotion will also have between 7 and 11 sub-emotions ranging in intensity.
How can I access the Emotions Check-In feature?
You can access the Emotions Check-In feature via the Home screen. It is below the "For You" section and above the "Today's Dailies" section on the Home screen.
How can I use the Emotions Check-In feature?
- You will select from 1 of 5 primary emotions.
- After the primary emotion is selected, you will select a sub-emotion, ranging in intensity level.
- The circle will change in shape and volume will fluctuate to reflect a change in intensity.
- Upon selecting a primary emotion and sub-emotion, you will tag the reasons that may contribute to feeling that emotion.
- After completing the Emotions Check-In, you will see the completion screen.
What happens after the Emotions Check-In is complete?
- You will see 3 pieces of content recommendations.
- The Mind-Body Connection section will display how the top-line emotion may manifest in physical sensations.
- You will also see a summary of the insights gathered: intensity level (sub-emotion) and factors of its impact.
Using Reminders
Reminders send push notifications to your mobile device when it's time to complete your Emotions Check-in. You have full control over the frequency and timing and can update your preferences at any time.
Setting up a Reminder
- From Profile, scroll to the Emotions Check-in prompt.
- Select + Add Reminder below your activity list.
- In the Reminder Detail screen, choose your preferred Days and Time.
- Tap Save.
- Make sure you click 'Allow' when prompted to accept notifications for Calm Health.
Important: If notifications for Calm Health are disabled at the device level, you will see an alert within your current reminder. Tapping this alert will take you directly to your device settings to update your preferences.
For further information on required device settings, please see: How to Manage Notifications and Reminders for Calm Health.
Editing or deleting a Reminder
Tap your existing reminder under the Emotions Check-In prompt from the Profile screen. From the detail screen, you can:
- Update the scheduled days or time.
- Delete the reminder entirely if you no longer need it.
How can I access my Emotions Check-In history?
You will see a history of Emotions Check-Ins from most recent to oldest for all Emotions Check-Ins. You can click the "View All" button to show all Emotions Check-Ins.
You can delete specific Emotions Check-Ins by tapping the three dots in the upper right corner.