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Introducing bearAwake

Today I'm launching bearAwake — a lightweight menu bar app to help you stay focused and maintain a steady work rhythm.

The Problem

When you're in the zone, the last thing you want is your Mac going to sleep. And while there are ways to prevent this, I wanted something that also helps with focus and productivity tracking.

What bearAwake Does

bearAwake combines two things: keeping your Mac awake during focus sessions and helping you maintain productive work habits using the Pomodoro technique.

Features

  • Pomodoro Timer: Start a standard 25-minute focus session
  • Custom Durations: Pick any duration or run unlimited sessions
  • Break Reminders: Get notified when it's time to rest
  • Activity Tracking: Daily stats and 7-day trends
  • Streaks: Build and maintain your productivity streaks
  • Heatmap: Visualize your focus patterns over time

Available in Multiple Languages

bearAwake supports Simplified Chinese, English, and Japanese — making it accessible to more users around the world.

Download bearAwake from the Mac App Store and start building better focus habits.