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It's part of it, but I only built the app after realizing the method (which is based on something called The Sedona Method) really worked for me. I just found i

by zoozla 6y ago

It's part of it, but I only built the app after realizing the method (which is based on something called The Sedona Method) really worked for me. I just found it super tedious to do on paper and over time added more features that help to get into a mental state where emotional release is possible. I'm now building a business around the app and that path has multiple emotional pitfalls per day. I tried to do this a few times before and always succumbed to my fear, guilt and worthlessnes. This time, I'm using the app on a daily basis and snap out of my funk (usually) in a matter of minutes. So I'd say the app is helping me feel better which is allowing me to keep building it - not the other way around.

mynegation 6y ago
Eli, you are probably the first in the long line of Show HN's, product hunts, and indie hackers that I read every day that I read and wanted to scream "Shut up and take my money!". Seriously, if you think you are not ready to introduce paid plans, start with donation link. Or kickstarter. The challenging part with apps like these is that people expect quick fixes ("I will read that book, do that exercise and everything will fall in place"). No, it is a process, like coming to gym and lifting a dumbbell one time will not make you jacked. I think it is important to emphasize that. Few items of feedback (1) Add email - not necessarily your personal email - but something like info@wuju.app, twitter is not everyone's cup of tea (2) I think you mispelled "tedious" as "tedius" in at least one place. (3) you narration is very authentic and I definitely connected to it, but most people tend to connect to the monologue with more expression and intonation in it. If you transition to a serious business with it - consider hiring a female sound actor - no sexism here - but research shows that people of both sexes have a stronger response to female voices, there is a reason that all voice assistants speak with female voice by default.
- zoozla 6y ago
  That is the best feedback I've gotten so far, thank you thank you thank you! I definitely am planning to make a serious business out of it. I started out with a coaching + app mix when the app was a lot more bare and didn't really work without me walking people through it. I'll get the email, marketing site and the rest of it in order, you're right, Twitter isn't everyone's cup of tea (although I am focused on buildign an audience there because my style of writing seems to work well in short bursts). I'm not going to hire a female actress to do the narration because I want my soul to be in the app. I might hire a speach coach though to get this to a higher level, so thanks for for pointing it out. I've actually gotten way better feedback on the narration given that I'm not a native English speaker and this is my first time recording my voice for anything. Again, thanks so much. I'm now going to use this motivation that you granted me to go get this thing in front of many more people!
- zoozla 6y ago
  Also, kickstarter? Haven't considered that, but I'll see if this makes sense.
joshspankit 6y ago
In addition to mynegation’s comments, I would say that if you’re trying to build a business out of this app, start charging now. Offer lifetime refunds if you need to to hush the inner critic, but nothing helps the same as serving people who are actually paying.
- joshspankit 6y ago
  Also: the Patreon model can be really great if your goal is to offer the service to everyone for free. That can even be something that happens when enough people donate a specific monthly amount.
  - zoozla 6y ago
    I'll look into that. Feels a little too loose for me. I want people to only pay when they want to, but I also believe people value things more when they commit something to it. "Buy one for you, gift one to someone else" is a model I really like both for financials and for virality.
- zoozla 6y ago
  Absolutely. I already am charging a monthly fee for a simpler version of the app + coaching and was waiting for validation that the app works without my guidance to move to the next stage. Payment structure is TBD, but I really want to balance my need for sustainable income with removing barriers of entry for everyone. Likely going to charge more from those who can afford it and grant free licenses to those who can't.

by zoozla 6y ago

mynegation 6y ago

Eli, you are probably the first in the long line of Show HN's, product hunts, and indie hackers that I read every day that I read and wanted to scream "Shut up and take my money!". Seriously, if you think you are not ready to introduce paid plans, start with donation link. Or kickstarter. The challenging part with apps like these is that people expect quick fixes ("I will read that book, do that exercise and everything will fall in place"). No, it is a process, like coming to gym and lifting a dumbbell one time will not make you jacked. I think it is important to emphasize that. Few items of feedback (1) Add email - not necessarily your personal email - but something like info@wuju.app, twitter is not everyone's cup of tea (2) I think you mispelled "tedious" as "tedius" in at least one place. (3) you narration is very authentic and I definitely connected to it, but most people tend to connect to the monologue with more expression and intonation in it. If you transition to a serious business with it - consider hiring a female sound actor - no sexism here - but research shows that people of both sexes have a stronger response to female voices, there is a reason that all voice assistants speak with female voice by default.

zoozla 6y ago
That is the best feedback I've gotten so far, thank you thank you thank you! I definitely am planning to make a serious business out of it. I started out with a coaching + app mix when the app was a lot more bare and didn't really work without me walking people through it. I'll get the email, marketing site and the rest of it in order, you're right, Twitter isn't everyone's cup of tea (although I am focused on buildign an audience there because my style of writing seems to work well in short bursts). I'm not going to hire a female actress to do the narration because I want my soul to be in the app. I might hire a speach coach though to get this to a higher level, so thanks for for pointing it out. I've actually gotten way better feedback on the narration given that I'm not a native English speaker and this is my first time recording my voice for anything. Again, thanks so much. I'm now going to use this motivation that you granted me to go get this thing in front of many more people!
zoozla 6y ago
Also, kickstarter? Haven't considered that, but I'll see if this makes sense.

joshspankit 6y ago

In addition to mynegation’s comments, I would say that if you’re trying to build a business out of this app, start charging now. Offer lifetime refunds if you need to to hush the inner critic, but nothing helps the same as serving people who are actually paying.

joshspankit 6y ago
Also: the Patreon model can be really great if your goal is to offer the service to everyone for free. That can even be something that happens when enough people donate a specific monthly amount.
- zoozla 6y ago
  I'll look into that. Feels a little too loose for me. I want people to only pay when they want to, but I also believe people value things more when they commit something to it. "Buy one for you, gift one to someone else" is a model I really like both for financials and for virality.
zoozla 6y ago
Absolutely. I already am charging a monthly fee for a simpler version of the app + coaching and was waiting for validation that the app works without my guidance to move to the next stage. Payment structure is TBD, but I really want to balance my need for sustainable income with removing barriers of entry for everyone. Likely going to charge more from those who can afford it and grant free licenses to those who can't.