Slow Fireflies

What is Slow Fireflies?

Rest a finger on the glass and move it slowly. The fireflies come closer. Move too fast, and they float away. It is one of 23 small, calm places in Pocket Meadow, a relaxation app for iPhone and iPad.

What it looks and feels like

A dark meadow is dotted with small, softly glowing fireflies drifting through the grass. When you rest your finger and move slowly, they float closer and gather in a gentle glow around it. If you move too quickly, they scatter and wait. A small message lets you know how many fireflies trust you now.

Why it can help you slow down

Slow Fireflies is a gentle practice in patience. The fireflies only trust slow, calm movement, so the scene quietly teaches your hand, and your mind, to slow down.

As more fireflies gather, the meadow glows brighter, a soft reward for staying calm.

How to use Slow Fireflies

1. Open Slow Fireflies. A dark meadow glows with fireflies.
2. Rest a finger on the screen.
3. Move it very slowly.
4. Watch the fireflies come closer and gather around.
5. If you move too fast, give them a moment to return.

When to use it

• In the evening, as a calm wind-down
• When you feel rushed or impatient
• With children, as a quiet game
• Before sleep

Tips for a calmer moment

• Slower is always better.
• Breathe slowly while you move.
• Quick taps scare them away.
• Try holding still to see who comes.

Try it without the app

On a summer evening, sit outside quietly and watch for fireflies, birds or anything that moves slowly. Stay still and simply watch.

Good to know

Slow Fireflies is part of Pocket Meadow Plus, a one-time purchase that unlocks all 23 calm places, with no subscription. It belongs to the Breathe group. You can change how fast every place moves with the pace button on the home screen (slow, normal or lively), and turn sounds and gentle vibration on or off. Pocket Meadow has no ads and no account, and collects no data: what you write, draw or photograph stays on your iPhone or iPad.

Questions

Pocket Meadow is a relaxation app, not a medical treatment. If you are struggling, please reach out to a doctor or someone you trust.