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Welcome to Vibe Check

Vibe Check is a Claude Code plugin that tracks your coding session and gently reminds you to take care of your body. No OS popups or interruptions — reminders appear as visually distinct cards right in your Claude conversation.
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⏰ VIBE CHECK — 👁️ Eye Reset (20 min since last break)
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Look at something 20+ feet away for 20 seconds (the 20-20-20 rule). Then blink
rapidly 15 times to re-lubricate your eyes.
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Installation

Get started with Vibe Check in seconds

How It Works

Learn about the intelligent tracking system

Configuration

Customize intervals and break durations

Key Features

Micro-breaks every 20 min

Eye rest, wrist stretches, and shoulder rolls to combat repetitive strain

Full breaks every 50 min

Stand up, walk around, and do full-body stretches

Hydration nudges every 30 min

Water reminders, snack checks, and caffeine awareness

Smart break tracking

Detects when you actually take breaks and adjusts timers accordingly

Intelligent Break Detection

  • Break compliance tracking — measures whether you actually took the suggested break based on the gap before your next prompt
  • Spontaneous break detection — if you step away for 15+ minutes without a pending reminder, all timers reset automatically
  • Multi-session support — multiple Claude Code sessions share the same timers automatically
  • Seamless continuation — if an active session already exists (within the last 60 min), new sessions join without resetting timers

Evidence-Based Science

The timing intervals in Vibe Check are rooted in scientific research:
Endorsed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology to reduce digital eye strain. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20+ feet away for 20 seconds.
The DeskTime study found top performers work ~52 minutes then break ~17 minutes, aligning with natural ultradian rhythms. Vibe Check’s 50-minute interval follows this evidence.
Even 1-2% dehydration impairs cognitive performance by up to 25% (Journal of Nutrition, 2012). Regular hydration reminders keep your brain functioning optimally.
A meta-analysis in PLOS ONE found brief breaks reduce physical discomfort and improve task performance across occupations.

On-Demand Health Tips

Run /vibe-check:health anytime for a full reference card of:
  • Quick stretches (neck, wrists, back, shoulders, hips)
  • Eye exercises (20-20-20, palming, near-far focus)
  • Breathing techniques (box breathing, 4-7-8, physiological sigh)
  • Ergonomic checklist (monitor, chair, posture)
Health tracking starts automatically on your next session after installation. No configuration required to get started!

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