Step Out
UX/UI Capstone | Summer 2024 - Spring 2025
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What is life without meaningful connections?
Relationships shape our happiness, well-being, and sense of belonging. For those with social anxiety—especially young adults who are navigating one of life’s biggest transitional periods, simple interactions can feel overwhelming. The fear of judgment or saying the wrong thing can hold them back from forming crucial relationships. Without support, they may retreat into avoidance, missing out on key connections and experiences that shape their future.This app bridges the gap between fear and action. Gamifying exposure therapy, it pushes users to step out of familiar territory, and find comfort in their discomfort, one mission at a time. By integrating mindfulness tools, progress tracking, and encouragement along the way, the journey to reducing social anxiety and building relationships becomes less daunting and more rewarding. The app provides structured, real world challenges that are tailored to different comfort levels. You get the notification—it’s time for your next mission. Now what? Don’t overthink it, just go! The element of surprise reduces anticipation anxiety, making it easier to take action in the moment. With each mission completed, the user's confidence grows, turning anxious moments into empowering stories. What was once intimidating, becomes second nature. So step out, take a chance, and find comfort in discomfort





