Quick Start Guide
Your Lifelight journey in 5 minutes
Ready to dive in? This guide will have you up and running with Lifelight in just a few minutes. Follow these simple steps to start capturing memories, growing your Memory Vine, and connecting with your AI companion.
Step 1: Your First Entry (1 minute)
Quick Entry
- 1. Open Lifelight
- 2. Tap "What's happening today?" at the bottom
- 3. Type a simple thought: "Starting my Lifelight journey!"
- 4. Hit submit
Done! You've created your first memory.
Quick Photo
- 1. Tap the + button
- 2. Choose Take Photo
- 3. Capture something around you
- 4. Add a caption (optional)
- 5. Submit
Step 2: Meet Your AI Friend (1 minute)
Say Hello
- 1. Tap the companion icon (top-right of Journal)
- 2. Type: "Hi, I'm new to Lifelight!"
- 3. Read the warm welcome
- 4. Ask any question you have
💡 Tip: You have 20 Crystal Balls daily for AI chats.
Step 3: Discover Your Memory Vine (1 minute)
View Your Growth
- 1. Tap the Insights tab (lightbulb icon)
- 2. See your first leaf appear
- 3. Notice the theme categories
- 4. Watch for growth milestones:
5 memories = First flower 🌸
Your insights begin to bloom
25 memories = First fruit 🍎
Major milestone achieved
Understanding the Visual
- • Leaves = Individual memories
- • Flowers = Insights and patterns
- • Fruits = Major milestones
- • Themes = Categories like Work, Family, Travel
Step 4: Explore Features (1 minute)
📔 Journal Tab
- • Text entries
- • Voice recording (waveform icon)
- • Photo/video additions (+button)
- • Mood tracking (automatic)
📅 Calendar Tab
- • Visual timeline
- • Photo grid view
- • Mood patterns
- • Day-by-day browsing
💡 Memory Tab
- • Memory Vine visualization
- • Weekly AI letters
- • Emotional insights
- • Growth tracking
Step 5: Establish Your Rhythm (1 minute)
Daily Practice
Morning (2 minutes)
- • Quick gratitude entry
- • Set an intention
- • Check your Memory Vine
Evening (3 minutes)
- • Reflect on your day
- • Add a photo highlight
- • Chat with AI friend (optional)
Weekly (5 minutes)
- • Read your AI letter
- • Review Memory Vine growth
- • Celebrate milestones
Essential Tips
For Best Results
Be Consistent
- • Even one sentence daily helps
- • Photos count as entries
- • Voice notes work great when busy
Be Authentic
- • Write honestly
- • Share real emotions
- • Include both ups and downs
Be Curious
- • Explore all features
- • Try different entry types
- • Watch patterns emerge
Crystal Ball Management
Daily Allowance
- • 20 Crystal Balls recharge at midnight
- • 1 Ball per AI conversation
- • Free features: All journaling, viewing, browsing
Smart Usage
- • Morning check-in (1 ball)
- • Evening reflection (1 ball)
- • Save rest for when needed
Quick Wins
In Your First Week
- ✅ Create 7 entries
- ✅ Try voice recording
- ✅ Add 3 photos
- ✅ Chat with AI twice
- ✅ Watch your vine grow
In Your First Month
- ✅ Harvest first flower (5 entries)
- ✅ Read weekly letters
- ✅ Discover mood patterns
- ✅ Try all media types
- ✅ Build AI relationship
Common Actions
Edit an Entry
Tap any entry → Edit button → Make changes → Save
Add Multiple Photos
+ button → Photo Album → Select multiple → Add caption → Submit
Voice Entry
Waveform icon → Speak → Review text → Submit
Find Past Memories
Calendar tab → Navigate months → Tap any day
Check Crystal Balls
Look for the counter in AI chat interface
Troubleshooting Quick Fixes
Entries not saving?
Check internet connection
Crystal Balls not recharging?
Open app after midnight
Can't see Memory Vine?
Visit Insights tab, pull to refresh
Photos not uploading?
Grant photo permissions in Settings
Remember
Lifelight Is:
- • Your private space
- • A judgment-free zone
- • A growth companion
- • A memory keeper
- • An insight generator
Lifelight Isn't:
- • Social media
- • A medical tool
- • A replacement for therapy
- • A public diary
- • A task manager
Ready for More?
You now know enough to use Lifelight effectively! As you continue:
- • Entries become more natural
- • Patterns become visible
- • AI becomes more helpful
- • Memory Vine flourishes
- • Insights deepen
Welcome to your journey of self-discovery! 🌱
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