WhisperToMe

Most affirmation apps I came across either had clunky designs, limited functionality, or a monthly subscription for features that should just exist. I figured building something better wouldn't be that complicated. At its core, it's a voice recorder with a playback loop, so I built one.

The idea came from my own routine. I'd been using looping apps off and on and always found myself wishing they did just a little more, or looked a little less like an afterthought. There's also something to the research on hearing your own voice. It registers differently than a stranger's. More familiar, more credible. The affirmations actually land.

So I built WhisperToMe the way I wanted it: clean interface, the features I actually use, your voice looping back to you with something calming underneath. No subscription required. It's a passion project, and maybe someday it gets a small paid tier for AI support or cloud backup, but that's a future problem.

client

Personal Project

service

iOS Development & Product Design

sector

Mental Wellness / Self-Improvement

year

2026

Your voice is the most powerful voice you'll ever hear

WhisperToMe keeps everything personal. You record the affirmations, you choose the duration, you pick the background sounds. The app stays out of your way and lets your practice be yours.

Set it and forget it, your affirmations loop even when your phone is locked, perfect for morning routines or winding down before sleep.

The Problem

Affirmation apps are either overpriced or impersonal. You’re paying monthly subscriptions for basic looping functionality, or you’re listening to a stranger’s voice telling you generic phrases. Neither approach feels right for something as personal as rewiring your mindset.

The Solution

WhisperToMe puts the power back in your hands, and your voice:

  • Record in seconds: Tap to record, tap to stop. See a live waveform as you speak, then name and save your affirmation.
  • Loop with background music: Choose from ambient, ocean, forest, or rain soundscapes. Pick 1, 5, 10, 20 minutes, or set a custom duration.
  • Daily reminders: Set morning, afternoon, and evening nudges so your practice stays consistent. Consistency is what rewires the mind.
  • Background playback: Your affirmations keep looping even when your screen is off making it perfect for meditating or falling asleep.

Tech Stack

  • Platform: iOS (Swift, SwiftUI)
  • Audio: AVFoundation for recording and playback
  • Storage: Local device storage. No cloud, no accounts, complete privacy
  • Design: Custom UI with attention to calming aesthetics

What You Get

  • Record unlimited affirmations for any area of your life
  • Loop them with calming background music for any duration
  • Gentle daily reminders to build the habit
  • Complete privacy, everything stays on your device
  • Free forever, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, no ads

WhisperToMe is coming live on the App Store and completely free. There's no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, and no ads. This is my first iOS app that I've fully developed, and I'm proud of how it turned out with the design and functionality

Credits

Justin Osagie

Founder & Builder