SpoonSync™
Sync Your Spoons, Simplify Your Life
❓ FAQ & Help
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the app really free?
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Yes! All 383 recipes and core features are 100% FREE forever. No credit card required, no trial period, no hidden fees. We believe everyone with chronic illness deserves access to healing tools, regardless of their financial situation.
Why is the app free?
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Our mission is "No warrior left behind." We keep the app free through book sales and our Break The Chains™ Academy. This model lets us help everyone while building a sustainable business. The app introduces you to our healing protocol, and if you want deeper guidance, our books and academy are available.
How can I support the app?
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Three ways to support our mission:
📚 Get our books ($9.99-14.99 each) - Deep dive into the science and protocols
🎓 Join the Academy ($47/mo) - Video tutorials, live Q&As, and personal coaching
💜 Become a Supporter ($2.99/mo) - Get a special badge, early access to features, and our eternal gratitude!
What is Spoon Theory?
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Spoon Theory is a metaphor created by Christine Miserandino to explain the limited energy available to people with chronic illness. Each "spoon" represents a unit of energy. You start each day with a limited number of spoons, and every activity costs spoons. When you're out of spoons, you must rest.
How do I track my daily spoons?
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Start on the Today page with the morning assessment. Answer questions about your pain, sleep, and mood to calculate your starting spoons. Throughout the day, use the Track page to log activities and monitor your remaining energy. The app saves your data automatically.
What are the recipe spoon ratings?
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Each recipe has a spoon rating (1-5) indicating energy required:
• 1 spoon = Very easy, minimal effort
• 2 spoons = Easy with some prep
• 3 spoons = Moderate effort
• 4 spoons = More complex
• 5 spoons = High energy needed
Choose recipes that match your available spoons for the day.
How do I save favorite recipes?
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Tap the star (☆) on any recipe card to add it to your favorites. The star will turn gold (⭐) when favorited. Access all your favorites quickly by tapping the "⭐ Favorites" filter button on the Recipes page.
What do the book references mean on recipes?
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Each recipe shows which Break The Chains™ book it comes from. While all recipes are free in the app, the books provide additional context, variations, batch cooking guides, and shopping lists. Tap "See Book" on any recipe to learn more about that specific cookbook.
What's in the Break The Chains™ books?
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Our 8-book series includes:
• Book 1: The Science - Educational foundation
• Books 2-8: Recipe collections with detailed protocols
• Shopping guides and meal prep strategies
• Batch cooking instructions
• Scientific explanations
• Bonus content not in the app
Books range from $9.99-14.99 each, or get all 8 for $79.99 (save $40!).
What's included in the Academy?
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The Break The Chains™ Academy ($47/month) includes:
• 110+ video tutorials (26+ hours)
• Weekly live Q&A sessions with Claude
• Private Facebook community
• Personalized healing protocols
• Advanced fasting guidance
• Direct messaging with coaches
• Monthly meal plans
• 7-day free trial available!
What is the Supporter tier?
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The optional Supporter tier ($2.99/month) is for those who want to help keep the app free for everyone. Supporters get:
• Special supporter badge 💜
• Early access to new features
• Beta testing opportunities
• Exclusive newsletter content
• Our eternal gratitude!
This is completely optional - all app features remain free regardless.
How do I use the crisis toolkit?
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The Crisis page (🚨) provides immediate help during flares or bad days. Find zero-spoon meal ideas, emergency contacts, breathing exercises, and quick text templates to cancel plans. Everything is designed for when you have no energy to spare. This feature is always free for everyone.