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

Free-write for 2 minutes

This practice helps overcome creative blocks and boosts idea generation.

What You'll Do

Spend 2 minutes free-writing whatever comes to mind without stopping.

Scientific Basis

Free-writing (writing everything that comes to mind without editing) stimulates improvisational idea generation, helping overcome blocks and promote creative flow.

Wise, T. A., & Kenett, Y. N. (2024). Sparking creativity: Encouraging creative idea generation through automatically generated word recommendations. Behavior Research Methods.

The Science of Impact

Free-writing can significantly enhance creative output, leading to better problem-solving skills.

Improved idea fluency can increase productivity in creative professions by up to 25%.

Encouraging free-writing practices can foster a culture of innovation in educational settings.

Pro Tips

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Engage in free-writing sessions for 15 minutes daily to stimulate creativity.

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Incorporate word prompts during free-writing to enhance originality and fluency.

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Set aside specific times each week for uninhibited journaling to maintain creative momentum.