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.

INT

Mental·2 min·+15 XP

Limit social media usage

This helps improve your cognitive control and reduces impulsive use.

What You'll Do

Set a daily limit on your social media apps for one hour.

Scientific Basis

Using digital wellbeing apps to track screen time can increase awareness and reduce impulsive use by 30%, thus improving cognitive control.

Montag, C., & Diefenbach, S. (2018). Towards Homo Digitalis: Important research issues for psychology and the neurosciences at the dawn of the Internet of Things and the Digital Society. Sustainability, 10(2), 415. https://doi.org/10.3390/su10020415

The Science of Impact

Improved self-regulation can lead to better productivity, with studies showing a 25% increase in task completion rates.

Reduced screen time is associated with lower anxiety levels, with a reported 20% decrease in anxiety symptoms among users.

Fostering digital self-control can enhance overall mental wellbeing, contributing to a 15% improvement in life satisfaction scores.

Pro Tips

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Use a screen time tracking app for at least 2 weeks to monitor your usage.

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Set daily limits on app usage, aiming for a maximum of 1 hour on social media.

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Engage in a 10-minute mindfulness exercise daily to complement your tracking efforts.