Beginning: Sleep & Meditation4.9.5 - App Store

The sound-therapy app studied by university researchers - reset stress and sleep better in 25 minutes. Just press play.

Trusted by 10 million+ listeners, with 200,000+ five-star reviews.

Beginning is built for everyone who can't sit still long enough to meditate. No lessons, no streaks, no discipline required. Put on your headphones, close your eyes, and let immersive 3D sound do the work - deep sleep tonight, a fresh start tomorrow.

WHAT MAKES BEGINNING DIFFERENT

Every audio journey blends binaural beats, calming sound frequencies, and nature sounds captured in real locations with three-dimensional recording technology. The result is sound so vivid and enveloping that racing thoughts quiet down on their own. If you can listen, you can do this.

3D SOUND JOURNEYS - NOW 10 LEVELS DEEP

Progress through ten levels of immersive 25-minute journeys, each one deeper and more personal than the last. NEW: Level 10 has arrived - six of our most advanced journeys yet, crafted for the deepest relaxation we've ever produced.

SLEEP SOUNDS & SOUND THERAPY

Drift off faster with soothing soundscapes made for deep sleep, stress relief, and anxious minds. Binaural beats, ASMR, gentle rain, ocean waves - your perfect night is in here.

BACKGROUND MUSIC

Set the ambience for any moment: focus while working or studying, unwind after a long day, or create a calm space at home with continuous relaxing music and white noise.

CLARITY TEST

How clear is your mind today? Answer a short series of questions and get your personal clarity score - then watch it climb as you listen.

BACKED BY UNIVERSITY RESEARCH

Our sound technology was studied by researchers at Rutgers University School of Nursing, with results published in a peer-reviewed journal (The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 2023). In the study of 100 healthcare workers, perceived stress was reduced by 75% after 30 days of daily listening - a statistically significant drop from moderate to low stress. New independent sleep research is now underway.

WHAT LISTENERS SAY

"It's so much more than an app. It's a powerful and life-changing experience!"

"I was skeptical at first. But once I started listening, my thoughts stopped racing and the binaural music transported me to another world."

"I look forward to going to sleep every night - 25 minutes of pure bliss."

SUBSCRIPTION, PRICING & TERMS

Beginning is free to try with a 7-day trial, then available as a yearly subscription. After confirmation of purchase, payment is charged to your Apple ID account. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings.

Terms of use: https://beginning.com/terms-of-use Privacy policy: https://beginning.com/privacy-policy

Tonight, sleep. Tomorrow, begin.

Version History This update includes a refreshed welcome experience, improved sign-in reliability, and performance and stability improvements. 4.9.5 Sep 11 MindSpa is now Beginning: Sleep & Meditation. Everything is right where you left it - your journeys, your progress, and your subscription are untouched.

Also in this update:
• NEW: Level 10 is here - six brand-new sound journeys, our deepest level yet
• A fresh new look across the whole app
• Performance improvements and fixes

And this is just the start - new journeys and features are on the way. 4.9.3 Aug 3 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.9.2 Apr 9 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.9.1 Mar 19 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.5 Mar 2 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.4 Feb 23 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.3 Feb 3 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.2 Jan 21 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.1 12/22/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.8.0 12/18/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.10 12/04/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.9 11/20/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.8 10/20/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.7 10/14/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.6 10/03/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.5 10/02/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.4 09/16/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.3 08/31/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.2 08/27/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.7.0 08/12/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.6.4 08/06/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.6.3 07/18/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.6.1 06/27/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space.

We continually nurture MindSpa to enhance your experience and support your well-being at every step. 4.6.0 06/11/2025 Experience a sleeker and more intuitive MindSpa with our updated audio player, while stability improvements address issues, enhance performance, and ensure a smoother journey for you.

We've also introduced the new Insights screen – gentle reflections to guide your daily practice. Explore your most played tracks, unfinished sessions, and your current streaks — all in one mindful space. 4.5.1 05/21/2025