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A different kind of support
Not tools to use. Spaces to move through.
Follow your path
A guided journey that unfolds at your pace, not all at once.
Notice the critical voice
A gentle practice for separating what happened from harsh self-judgment.
Reframe with kindness
Return to yourself with understanding instead of attack.
Explore body image slowly
A compassionate space to revisit, reflect, and move at your own pace.
Find the right support
Spaces that meet you where you are, based on how things feel.
Your emotional landscape over time
Support organised by feeling, not pressure or performance.
Check in gently
A simple emotional check-in that meets you where you are.
A small taste of AuraWell
What feels closest right now?
Your journey
How this works...
Your soothe system
Before we look at food, movement, or body image… we start somewhere quieter, building a sense of safety within yourself.
Your guiding values
In AuraWell, values aren’t about pressure or self-improvement. They’re about permission. A way of reconnecting with who you already are. Your personal compass.
Body image space
Soften unhelpful beliefs, relate to yourself differently, and begin building a steadier, more positive relationship with your body.
Nutrition space
Build awareness of your eating patterns, reconnect with your body’s signals, and a more trusting relationship with food.
Movement space
Explore movement in a way that feels supportive, and gradually build a more sustainable relationship with exercise, guided by your body rather than pressure.
Ongoing support
Support is there when you need it. From quiet companionship with Aura, to weekly reflections, to noticing patterns and capturing small moments.
Ben Stanners MSc - Founder, AuraWell
8 years coaching. I kept seeing thoughtful, self-aware people stuck in the same cycles, not because they weren't trying, but because everything they'd been given was rooted in pressure and control.
AuraWell is the tool I wished I could hand to every one of them.
A space that doesn’t push or rush change, but helps you build a different relationship with yourself, one that actually feels sustainable.
Compassion backed.
Don't worry, we got you.
No performance tracking. No goals to fix your body. Healing happens through safety, not control. Over time, this opens space for body image healing and a more flexible, caring relationship with food and movement.
Go at your pace. No pressure to go deeper than you’re ready for. You move forward through support and repetition, not pressure or perfection.
This isn’t about positivity or pushing through. You learn what real compassion sounds like and how to develop a compassionate inner voice.
Not another plan, system or set of rules to follow, but support that meets you where you are.
The research behind AuraWell
Simple insights from research that shape how AuraWell supports your relationship with food, your body, and exercise.
Real change can come from support, not pressure
A meta-analysis of 21 randomised trials found that compassion-based interventions were linked with improvements in self-compassion, mindfulness, anxiety, depression, psychological distress, and wellbeing.
Change did not come from trying harder or gaining more control.
It came from changing how people responded to themselves internally — with more support, steadiness, and care.
Why you move matters more than how you look
When exercise is driven by how your body feels — strength, energy, health, or capability — people tend to feel better about their bodies.
When it is driven more by appearance, the opposite tends to happen.
This is part of why AuraWell does not focus on behaviour alone. It also cares about the motivation underneath the behaviour, because that shapes the psychological outcome too.
A kinder voice can soften the impact of comparison
Higher self-compassion is associated with weaker links between body comparison, appearance-based self-worth, and body appreciation.
That means the same pressures may still be present, but they do not land in quite the same way.
This positions self-compassion as more than reassurance, it can act as a protective factor in how body-related pressures affect us.
A softer relationship with yourself may support steadier choices
Research in this area suggests self-compassion and self-kindness may support healthier behaviour change, including around eating and weight regulation.
The proposed shift is not through harsher control, but through less self-criticism, more self-care, and a steadier response to difficulty.
That is why AuraWell focuses on how you relate to yourself around food — not just on the food behaviour in isolation.
Three systems. One relationship.
Our brains are made up of three emotional regulation systems that shape how we feel, eat, move, cope, and relate to ourselves.
Protect
Anxiety, shame, self-criticism, fear, scanning for danger.
Achieve
Striving, pressure, doing, improving, pushing for more.
Rest & connect
Safety, warmth, calm, compassion, recovery and repair.
Most of us are set up to become threat- and drive-dominant. Pressure, comparison, perfectionism, urgency, and constant self-monitoring keep us activated, while the soothe system gets far less practice.
When soothe is underdeveloped, it often shows up as overthinking, emotional eating, body shame, all-or-nothing patterns, difficulty resting, and feeling like you are always either pushing or collapsing.
When safety becomes more available, everything else becomes easier to relate to with steadiness, flexibility, and balance.
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Threat helps us notice danger. Drive moves us forward. Soothe allows rest, recovery, and connection. The goal is balance.
Success stories
Exactly What I Needed
l’ve tried lots of wellbeing, fitness, and mindfulness apps over the years, but most of them left me feeling like I should be doing more or trying harder. What I appreciate about this app is that it focuses on the underlying patterns rather than just the symptoms. For me, that has been self-criticism. I hadn't realised how much of my motivation was driven by constantly judging myself until I started working through the content. The body image section has been particularly helpful. It made me aware of how often I criticise myself and gave me practical tools to respond with more self-compassion instead. If you're someone who's hard on yourself or finds yourself repeatedly starting over with the same goals, I'd definitely recommend giving it a try
Happydays63
App store
Wonderful
It’s like having a wellbeing coach in your pocket ! Everything on the app feels intuitive and thoughtfully laid out. The soothing voices and guided practices are excellent. I’ve noticed that by taking a few minutes a day with AuraWell helps me reflect on my thoughts and emotions in a healthier way. It creates a space for self care that I actually didn’t think I needed. On the days that my mind feels cluttered and overwhelmed those few minutes on AuraWell help me reset. The impact is immediately felt. I also love using the app before bed as it helps with the quality of my sleep. It’s a great tool to focus on my wellbeing and build sustainable healthy habits I can rely on. Highly recommended!!
Live your best life x
App store
I love this app!
This app is changing my life - I feel supported & guided to build new healthy habits and change the ways I’ve looked at my progress. I love Auras gentle coaching style and it’s a great place for me to log my health journey. I’d recommend to anyone who wants to take ownership & understand their feelings and to build a healthier, happier future.
Mprout99
App store
I’ve really enjoyed using this app. It’s helped me become more mindful of noticing positives throughout my day, even when I don’t always log them. The breathing exercises have also been a great addition, they help me feel calm, grounded, and ready to start the day. Overall, it feels supportive and I’m looking forward to using it more.
Stacey PARKER-LEONARD
Play store
Helping me to stay consistent and focussed
I’ve been using AuraWell as part of my health and wellbeing journey, and I’ve found it to be a really valuable app. The layout is clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate, making it simple to stay engaged with the different features. What stands out is how the app brings together multiple aspects of wellbeing in one place, helping me stay focused on my goals while also encouraging reflection, accountability, and consistency. The content is well organised, and the overall user experience feels thoughtful and supportive rather than overwhelming. It’s clear that a lot of care has gone into the design and functionality. A great app for anyone looking to improve their health, wellbeing, and long-term lifestyle habits. Highly recommended.
Frozen adventures
App store
Great App!
Downloaded AuraWell a few days ago and it genuinely feels different to most wellbeing apps I’ve tried. Usually apps make me feel like I need to constantly improve or “do better”. the whole app feels calm rather than overwhelming.
Lalatori15
App store
Built for partnerships
We're working with clinics, coaches, and wellbeing organisations who want to offer their clients a gentler path.
AuraWell is rooted in CFT, body neutral, and designed to complement, not replace, therapeutic support.
If that sounds aligned, get in touch → hello@aurawellapp.org
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