Train Your Mind to Choose Wisely

Most of us know the mindful response — we just don't choose it in the moment. One real situation a day, two ways to respond, and one minute to notice the difference.

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Everything you need for a one-minute daily practice

Simple tools rooted in ancient wisdom to help you navigate modern decisions.

Ask Buddha

Ask Buddha any question and get a mindful perspective in response, based on the teachings of Buddhism.

8 Buddhist Concepts

Track your progress across 8 core Buddhist concepts and discover your strengths.

Clear Explanations

See a mindful perspective after each answer, with a short and thoughtful explanation.

Four Breathing Techniques

Practice Sama, Ānāpānasati, Mettā, and Vase breathing — guided rhythms rooted in Buddhist tradition.

Progress Over Time

Level up and build streaks as you practice daily, tracking your growth over time.

Achievement Badges

Unlock 32 mandala badges for streaks, accuracy, category mastery, breathing, and Ask Buddha milestones.

Daily Reminders

Gentle reminders help you build a small, consistent reflection habit.

Apple Health Sync

Save every breathing session to Apple Health as mindful minutes — optional on iOS, and never reads your health data.

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Ask Buddha

Get Personal Guidance Inspired by Buddhist Wisdom

Not sure how to handle a difficult situation? Describe what's happening and Ask Buddha will offer a thoughtful, mindful perspective. Whether it's a tough conversation, a stressful decision, or a moment of doubt — get calm, clear guidance whenever you need it. It's like having a wise, mindful friend in your pocket.

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Practice Map

Track Your Growth Across 8 Core Buddhist Concepts

Every question you answer maps to a core Buddhist concept — Compassion, Patience, Letting Go, Mindfulness, Right Speech, Acceptance, Kindness, and Wisdom. Over time, your personal radar chart reveals where you're strong and where you can grow. Watch your awareness deepen with each day of practice.

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Practice Map
Breathe
Breathe

Reset Your Mind With Four Buddhist Breathing Techniques

Sometimes all you need is a moment to pause. Choose from four guided techniques drawn from Buddhist tradition — Sama (Box) Breathing, Ānāpānasati, Mettā, and Vase Breathing — to calm your mind and return to the present moment. Sama is free; the other three are part of the Enlightened Path.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What it is, what's free, and what it isn't.

Is Choose Like Buddha free? +
Yes. The Free Path is free forever and includes 5 practice questions a day, 2 Ask Buddha questions a day, Sama (Box) breathing, and your full Practice Map with streaks and badges. There are no ads, and no account is required.
Do I need to be Buddhist to use it? +
No. The app uses Buddhist ideas as a practical lens for everyday decisions, not as religious instruction. No prior knowledge is needed, and nothing in the app asks you to adopt a belief.
What is Ask Buddha? +
Ask Buddha lets you describe any real-life situation and receive thoughtful guidance inspired by Buddhist wisdom. Free users get 2 questions a day; the Enlightened Path raises that to 20 and saves your history.
Is Ask Buddha a therapist? +
No. Ask Buddha offers a calm, reflective perspective generated by AI, and it is not a substitute for therapy, counselling, or medical advice. If you are struggling, please speak to a qualified professional.
What is the Enlightened Path? +
The Enlightened Path is the optional premium plan at $3.99 a month. It raises the daily limits to 10 practice questions and 20 Ask Buddha questions, saves your Ask Buddha history, and unlocks all four breathing techniques.
Is my data private? +
Choose Like Buddha is ad-free and does not share your personal data with other users. See our Privacy Policy for the full detail of what is collected and why.
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