5 startups who want to make you feel good about yourself

Amidst the hustle and bustle of the rat race, it can be difficult to remember to stop and smell the roses. Even more so now that everyone’s always glued to their mobile phone screens. In this week’s Bootstrap Alley roundup, however, we feature 5 startups with apps aimed at restoring the zip in your step and the zest in your life. If you want to bounce off these good vibes, be sure to make your way to Tech in Asia Bangalore 2016 happening on July 6 and 7!

Easter Egg

We’ve all experienced the dismay of discovering a perfect gift idea, only for the intended recipient to be unable to enjoy it in one way or another. Perhaps it’s geographical distance, or the perishable nature of the gift. Either way, Easter Egg‘s app has got it covered. With a few quick swipes, you can now choose from Easter Egg’s pool of international vendors and gift your far-flung friend with a voucher he can use the next time he’s in town. Generosity knows no boundaries indeed.

Karmyo

The word ‘karma’ itself has Sanskrit origins, so it’s no surprise that Indian startup Karmyo has gone into the business of giving back. Whether you’re looking to support a worthy cause financially, or to take a more active role by volunteering, Karmyo’s one-stop portal is equipped to furnish all your altruistic needs. There are even inspiring stories updated regularly to get you in the right frame of mind before you embark on your karmic endeavour.

nSmiles.club

Emotional well-being, according to the school of hard knocks, is a concept for wimps. The people behind nSmiles.club beg to differ. With a comprehensive wellness assessment offered online for a small charge of US$7.47 (Rs. 499), nSmiles.club seeks to help Indians all over the country measure their emotional health and gain a greater understanding of their strengths and abilities.

Lifetape

A heartfelt emotional tribute can go a long way in showing appreciation and gratitude. With Lifetape, making such a tribute has never been easier. Simply input the photographs, videos, soundclips and other assorted memorabilia you have at hand, and Lifetape will do the rest. Now you can be sure of a beautiful, seamless tribute montage worthy of that old-timer retiring after decades of hard work (instead of some hastily put-together slideshow).

Assistyu

When you’re a high-flying career professional, having to deal with the daily grind of household chores, grocery shopping and laundry can be a tedious experience. Along comes Assistyu to the rescue, a subscription service that provides you with a personal assistant for all your domestic needs. Regular scheduled visits every month get all those pesky chores out of the way so you’re free to focus on what really matters.

Want to join these do-gooders at Tech In Asia Bangalore 2016’s Bootstrap Alley? Don’t sit on it too long – registration closes tomorrow, June 10! At US $199 for local startups and $399 for international ones, you’ll get a booth to exhibit your own brilliant product and two startup passes to boot.

Seize this chance to interact with hundreds of investors and corporate buyers, and engage in face-to-face marketing galore!