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.

FLO

Creative·2 min·+15 XP

Improvise with chimes

Improvisation enhances mood and empathy.

What You'll Do

Spend 2 minutes improvising with tone chimes to boost your mood.

Scientific Basis

Interactive improvisational music therapy using tone chimes significantly improved mood (POMS vigor) and empathy, and activated psychophysiological adjustment indicators, enhancing creative interpersonal flow.

Yoshiike, S., & Suzuki, T. (2024). Evaluation of interactions with sounds in improvisational music therapy using psychological and psychophysiological responses. Japanese Journal of Music Therapy.

The Science of Impact

Improving mood by 30% can significantly enhance daily functioning and quality of life.

Enhanced empathy through music therapy may improve interpersonal relationships and social interactions.

Activation of psychophysiological adjustment indicators suggests potential benefits for stress management.

Pro Tips

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Engage in 20-minute interactive music therapy sessions at least twice a week.

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Use tone chimes or similar instruments to facilitate improvisational music creation.

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Incorporate group sessions to enhance social interaction and empathy.