About Hilm
Stillness before reaction.
Hilm (حِلْم) is forbearance — the calm restraint of the strong. It's also an app built to help you live that, one rising moment at a time.
Why we built it
Anger arrives faster than thought. In the seconds it takes hold, advice is hard to remember and harder to follow. The Prophet ﷺ gave a clear, practical response for exactly that moment — hold your tongue, sit down, perform wuḍūʾ, seek refuge in Allah, and remember Him. Simple steps, easy to know, hard to recall mid-storm.
Hilm exists to put that guidance in your pocket and walk you through it gently — one step at a time, without noise or judgement — so the Sunnah is there when it's needed most.
Two moments, one path
Hilm meets you in two places. In crisis, a single tap leads you through the Sunnah sequence with guided breath and a tasbīḥ counter, rooted in authentic hadith. Each evening, one honest check-in — did you stay calm, or lose it? — builds quiet awareness and a streak of forbearance that grows over time. No fire emojis. No guilt.
What we believe
- Stillness first. Every screen slows you down instead of stimulating you.
- Trust through restraint. Fewer elements competing for attention, so each one carries weight.
- Sacred without symbols. An Islamic tone through words and craft, not heavy imagery.
- One action per moment. In crisis and in reflection, a single clear path forward.
Free, and private by design
Hilm is free, needs no account, and keeps your reflections on your device. We built it to know as little about you as possible. You can read the details in our Privacy Policy.
A note on intent
Hilm is a companion for spiritual and emotional practice, grounded in the Sunnah — not a medical or psychological treatment. If anger is putting you or others at risk, please reach out to a qualified professional or local emergency services.
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