Step 1
Open the Puffbum Moment
Open PuffZenDen and you will land in your calm space, greeted by name. Right at the top sits The Puffbum Moment, the heart of the app, where touch guides the breath.
Pick up your Puffbum and tap Start breathing. Not sure what it will feel like? Press and hold the button first to get a taste before you begin.
Step 2
Choose what you need
The app asks one simple question: What do you need? You choose based on how you feel right now, not on a plan you have to keep up with.
The app gently suggests one based on the time of day. Late at night, that is I'm ready for bed. Prefer something more structured? Tap Browse calm plans instead.
Step 3
Tell the app if your Puffbum is with you
Next, PuffZenDen asks: Do you have your Puffbum with you? Tap Yes, I have it for the full tactile experience.
If it is in another room, tap Not right now. Either way, you can still begin. Your chosen session is shown underneath, for example Sleep Wind Down, and you can switch with Choose a different need.
Step 4
Check your breathing pattern
The breathing screen shows your session and how long it lasts. Sleep Wind Down runs for 5 minutes with a slow, settling rhythm:
- Breathe in for 4 seconds
- Hold for 4 seconds
- Breathe out for 6 seconds
- Hold for 2 seconds
The longer out-breath is what helps the body slow down for sleep. You can also switch to Calm Down or Focus Reset along the top, turn on Voice guidance, or choose Quick 60s if a minute is all you have. When you are ready, tap Begin.
Step 5
Settle in with the countdown
A short Get ready countdown gives you a moment to get comfortable. Rest your Puffbum in your palm, loosen your shoulders and let your hands feel its softness. Pause or stop at any time using the buttons below.
Step 6
Squeeze, breathe, release
Now the session begins, guided by your hands:
A gentle counter keeps the rhythm, so you never have to count yourself. The timer shows how much of your session is left.
If your mind wanders, simply come back to the feeling in your hands.
Step 7
Notice how you feel
When the session ends, PuffZenDen asks: How do you feel now? Pick whatever is true: Calmer, Grounded, Clearer, Sleepier or Still unsettled. There is no right answer, and "still unsettled" is always welcome.
The app responds with a short reflection. Choose Sleepier, for example, and it tells you your body is ready to rest. Then choose what comes next:
- Play sleep sound to carry the calm into sleep
- Write in your diary to note how the session felt
- Return to home to finish
Prefer not to check in? Tap Skip and go home.
Tips for your first few sessions
Our promise
Progress without pressure
You will not find streaks, scores or leaderboards in PuffZenDen, and that is on purpose. There is no failing a session and no falling behind. You come back when you need to, choose what you need in that moment, and let your hands guide the rest.
Ready to try it? Get your Puffbum and PuffZenDen at puffzenden.com, then breathe, squeeze and unwind tonight.
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