SmallBoosts is a science-backed well-being platform that turns daily micro-habits into measurable growth. Each boost is a 1–10 minute evidence-based activity drawn from peer-reviewed research across 8 dimensions of human well-being.

How long does a boost take?

Boosts range from 1 to 10 minutes. Flash boosts take under 2 minutes, making them easy to fit into any schedule. The daily goal is 3 boosts — typically under 15 minutes total.

Yes, SmallBoosts is free to use. You can access all boosts, quests, and progress tracking without a subscription.

What are the 8 well-being pillars?

SmallBoosts covers Mental (INT), Physical (VIT), Emotional (SPI), Social (CHA), Sensory (PER), Environmental (DEF), Financial (FOR), and Creative (FLO) well-being — eight dimensions shown by research to collectively define human flourishing.

Are the boosts scientifically backed?

Every boost cites a peer-reviewed study. You can read the scientific basis, view the source publication, and explore the measured health impacts for each activity directly in the app.

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Financial·2 min·+15 XP

Discuss savings goal

Aligning on savings goals reduces financial conflict and enhances mood.

What You'll Do

Spend 2 minutes discussing a specific savings goal with your family.

Scientific Basis

Budgeting with family members can increase savings compliance by 23%, enhancing mood by reducing household financial conflict.

Ashraf, N., Karlan, D., & Yin, W. (2006). Tying Odysseus to the mast: Evidence from a commitment savings product in the Philippines. Quarterly Journal of Economics, 121(2), 635–672. https://doi.org/10.1162/qjec.2006.121.2.635

The Science of Impact

Joint budgeting can reduce financial conflict by 30%, enhancing family relationships.

Improved savings compliance can lead to a 15% increase in household financial security.

Family participation in budgeting fosters a sense of teamwork and shared goals.

Pro Tips

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Schedule a weekly family budgeting session for 30 minutes.

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Set specific savings goals together, aiming for at least 10% of monthly income.

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Use budgeting apps to track progress and visualize savings.