Cognitive Shuffle: No Insomnia
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Description
Stop counting sheep. Start shuffling words.
Cognitive Shuffle uses the cognitive shuffle technique — also known as cognitive shuffling — a method developed by cognitive scientist Dr. Luc Beaudoin — to help you fall asleep faster. Instead of lying awake with racing thoughts, you listen to random, unrelated words whispered at a gentle pace. Your brain creates simple images for each word, naturally breaking anxious thought loops and easing you into sleep.
HOW IT WORKS
Tap play. A soothing voice whispers a random word every few seconds — "lighthouse… marble… penguin…" — and your mind drifts. Most people fall asleep before the timer ends.
WHY IT WORKS
When you can't sleep, your brain gets stuck in repetitive worry. The cognitive shuffle gives it just enough to do — visualizing simple, unrelated images — without the emotional charge that keeps you awake. It's like a lullaby for your thoughts.
FREE FEATURES
Classic cognitive shuffle with 567 words
Gentle whisper voice
15-minute sleep timer
Works in the background — set your phone down and listen
PREMIUM FEATURES
4 shuffle modes: classic, letter-based, themed, and silent (on-screen only)
Soundscape mixer: layer rain, white noise, brown noise, and ocean waves
9 unique voice packs — from deep and calm to soft and story-like
Adjustable word pace to match your relaxation style
Customizable sleep timer (5 to 60 minutes)
Guided breathing exercise to prepare your body for sleep
Sleep insights and trends to track what works for you
BETTER THAN SLEEP STORIES & MEDITATION
Sleep stories engage your brain too much. Meditation requires practice. The cognitive shuffle is effortless — just listen and drift. It's the sleep aid that works from night one.
DESIGNED FOR DARKNESS
Pure black interface. No bright screens. No distractions. Just words and sleep.
FOR ANYONE WHO:
Lies awake with a racing mind
Has tried white noise and sleep sounds but needs something different
Struggles with insomnia or anxiety at bedtime
Wants to fall asleep without medication
Cognitive Shuffle Premium is available as a monthly ($3.99/mo) or annual ($24.99/yr) subscription with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings.
This app offers auto-renewable subscriptions.
Terms of Use (EULA) apply: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/