Our Founding Story: From a Simple Courage Tracker to See Breakthrough
Every big journey starts with a single step. But sometimes, that first step is the hardest, especially when it’s clouded by fear or anxiety. We’ve all been there—staring at a goal so big, so intimidating, that we don't know where to begin. This is the story of how a personal struggle with that very feeling led to the creation of See Breakthrough.
The Spark: A Battle with Travel Nerves
It all started in late 2024. A few members of our team were planning trips that felt more daunting than exciting. The anticipation was riddled with anxiety—a classic case of travel nerves. We talked about how this feeling of being overwhelmed wasn't just limited to travel; it crept into our professional goals, creative projects, and personal ambitions. The common thread was a fear of the unknown and the pressure of the final outcome.
We asked ourselves: what if we stopped focusing on the giant leap and instead celebrated the small, brave steps? What if we could track our courage, not just our tasks?
That's when we built a simple tool for ourselves: a “courage tracker.” It was a basic app, designed for one purpose: to log every small action we took despite our nerves. Booking a flight, packing a bag, researching a solo dinner spot in a new city—each one was a "win." It wasn't about completing a project; it was about acknowledging the bravery in the process.
From Personal Tool to Shared Mission
Something amazing happened. It worked. By focusing on and celebrating these small acts of courage, the bigger picture became less terrifying. The anxiety began to fade, replaced by a growing sense of accomplishment and confidence. We were rewiring our brains to see progress instead of pressure.
We shared the little app with friends, who started using it not just for travel, but for their own big goals: starting a business, learning a new skill, running a marathon, or simply speaking up more in meetings. The feedback was unanimous: seeing a log of your own "wins," no matter how small, was incredibly motivating.
We realized we had stumbled upon something much bigger than a personal hack. We had a tool that could help people see their own strength and resilience. That's when we decided to turn our little courage tracker into something everyone could use. And so, See Breakthrough was born.
Write Your Story With Us
Today, See Breakthrough is a community of thousands of people logging their wins and moving toward their most ambitious goals. It’s a platform built on the belief that every great achievement is the sum of many small, courageous moments.
Our story started with a simple need to overcome a personal fear. Now, our mission is to help you write your own story of triumph. What breakthrough are you working towards?
Ready to write your own story? Download the app today on iOS or Android and start tracking your courage.