Calm & Relaxation Animation Create animations that soothe, settle, and create peaceful user experiences. Emotional Goal Calm emerges from slow, gentle, predictable motion. Relaxation comes from animations that breathe, flow naturally, and never demand attention or create tension. Disney Principles for Calm Squash & Stretch Very subtle (2-5%). Gentle breathing or pulsing rather than bouncing. Soft, organic deformation like clouds or water. Anticipation Long, gradual preparation (200-400ms). Slow builds create no surprises. Everything telegraphed well in advance. Staging Soft focus, ambient pos…