Problem Statement
Traditional journaling, while beneficial, often lacks structure and actionable insights. Many people find it difficult to consistently track their emotions or identify patterns in their mental well-being.
Furthermore, access to professional mental health support can be expensive, stigmatized, or difficult to obtain. There is a need for a modern, digital solution that makes mental wellness tracking easier, more structured, and accessible to everyone.
Jona as a "Solution"
Jona intends to bridge this gap by offering a smart, AI-powered journaling experience that helps users document their thoughts, track emotional patterns, and gain valuable insights into their well-being.
By integrating mood tracking, guided prompts, and on-demand access to mental health advisors, Jona is working towards empowering users to take charge of their mental health in a private, accessible, and meaningful way.
Through providing a safe space for self-reflection and emotional support, Jona aims to contribute to a society where mental wellness is continuously prioritized and easily managed.
Understanding What Users Need
To create Jona, we first talked to real people to understand their struggles with journaling and mental wellness. We asked about their habits, challenges, and what they would like in a journaling app.
We also looked at other journaling and mental wellness apps to see what they offer and what could be improved.
What We Learned (Insights)
People want a guided journaling experience with helpful prompts instead of staring at a blank page.
AI insights can help users spot emotional patterns and understand their moods better.
While many users prefer private self-reflection, they still want the option to speak with a mental health professional when needed.
Design Process
Information Architecture & User Flow
The process of mapping out how users navigate from journaling to insights and support is key to shaping Jona’s information architecture and user flow.
By structuring the app’s layout and interactions, we ensure a smooth transition from writing journal entries to receiving AI-powered reflections and mood tracking.
This helps users recognize emotional patterns effortlessly. From there, they can either continue self-reflecting, explore deeper insights, or connect with a mental health advisor when needed. This structured approach ensures that every feature is easily accessible, making the experience intuitive, supportive, and effective.
Wireframing & Prototyping
Low-fidelity wireframes to define structure.
High-fidelity prototypes for usability testing.
Key Features to be worked on
Daily Journaling – Free writing & AI-guided prompts.
Mood Tracking & Insights – Emotional trends with visual charts.
AI Journal Companion – Users can ask AI questions about their past entries.
Professional Support (Subscription) – Direct access to mental health advisors.
Customization & Privacy – Secure, encrypted entries with personalized themes.
Development & Production
Jona is being built through close collaboration between designers, developers, and mental health experts to ensure a user-friendly and supportive experience. The team continuously tests and improves the app based on real user feedback, refining its features to make journaling easy, engaging, and beneficial for mental well-being.
What to Expect & Launch
Jona is more than just a journal—it's a personalized mental wellness companion. Here’s what users can anticipate:
A thoughtfully designed journaling experience that feels intuitive and supportive.
AI-powered insights that help users reflect on their emotions meaningfully.
Easy access to professional mental health advisors for deeper guidance.
A safe and private space where users can journal freely without judgment.
