SafeSpace: Modern Journaling & Wellness Web App

Welcome to SafeSpace, your cozy, modern, and data-driven journaling platform! SafeSpace is designed to help you track your moods, build positive habits, and connect with a supportive community—all in a beautiful, baby-pink themed interface.

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🌸 Features

• User Authentication: Secure signup/login with JWT.
• Personal Dashboard: Visual stats, streaks, mood/happiness charts, activity heatmap, and calendar.
• Journaling: Create, view, and manage daily journal entries.
• Affirmations Board: 5x4 editable grid for daily affirmations (CRUD, tips, and guidance).
• Manifestations: Track your dreams and goals (CRUD).
• Community Hub: Share stories, tips, and connect with fellow journalers.
• Insights & Analytics: Mood distribution, writing patterns, AI-powered insights, and more.
• Fun Elements: Level badges, streaks, motivational quotes, and tips.
• Responsive UI: Beautiful, compact, and modern design with a baby-pink theme.

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🛠️ Tech Stack

• Frontend: React, Recharts, React Calendar, Tailwind/CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express, MongoDB, Mongoose
• Authentication: JWT
• LLM/AI: LangChain, Groq, langchain-groq (for Dr. Luna chat and AI insights)

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🚀 Getting Started

1. Clone the Repository

# Clone the repo
https://github.com/yourusername/SafeSpace.git
cd SafeSpace/jornal

2. Install Dependencies

Frontend

cd ../jornal
npm install

Backend

cd backend
npm install

3. Configure Environment Variables

• Copy backend/config.env.example to backend/config.env and fill in your MongoDB URI, JWT secret, and any API keys needed for LLM/AI features.

4. Run the App

Start Backend

cd backend
npm start

Start Frontend

cd .. # Go back to /jornal
npm start

• The frontend runs on http://localhost:3000
• The backend runs on http://localhost:5001

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📝 Usage Guide

1. Sign Up / Log In: Create your account or log in to access your dashboard.
2. Dashboard: View your stats, streaks, mood/happiness charts, activity heatmap, and calendar.
3. Journals: Write, edit, and view your daily entries.
4. Affirmations: Fill your 5x4 grid with positive affirmations. Edit, save, or delete as you wish.
5. Manifestations: Track your dreams and goals with full CRUD support.
6. Community: Share your stories, tips, and connect with others.
7. Insights: Explore your mood distribution, writing patterns, and get AI-powered insights.
8. Dr. Luna Chat: Get support and insights from the AI-powered Dr. Luna.

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💡 Tips & Best Practices

• Consistency is key! Write daily to build your streak and unlock new achievements.
• Use affirmations and manifestations to stay positive and focused.
• Check your insights regularly to spot trends and improve your well-being.
• Engage with the community for support and inspiration.

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🤖 AI & LLM Integration

• The backend integrates with LangChain, Groq, and langchain-groq for AI chat and insights.
• Make sure to provide any required API keys in your config.env.

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🛠️ Development & Contribution

• Fork the repo and create a new branch for your feature or bugfix.
• Submit a pull request with a clear description.
• Please follow the existing code style and add comments where helpful.

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📦 Project Structure

Journal/
  jornal/
    backend/         # Express/MongoDB backend
      src/
        controllers/
        middleware/
        models/
        routes/
        services/
        utils/
      config.env     # Backend environment variables
      server.js      # Backend entry point
    public/          # Frontend static assets
    src/             # React frontend
      components/
      App.js
      ...
    package.json     # Frontend dependencies
    start-app.js     # (Optional) Custom start script

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🧑‍💻 Authors & Credits

• Designed & developed by Pavithra
• Special thanks to all contributors and the open-source community!

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🛡️ License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.