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.

PER

Sensory·2 min·+15 XP

Clear workspace surface

Reducing visual distractions enhances focus and lowers stress.

What You'll Do

Clear one surface in your workspace to reduce visual clutter.

Scientific Basis

Clutter overloads the brain like too many visual tabs, impairing working memory and mood, anchoring clarity through simplicity.

Nuvance Healthline (2025). How clutter affects your brain health. Nuvance Health.

The Science of Impact

Clutter competes for attention, leading to a 40% decrease in working memory performance.

A cluttered environment can increase cortisol levels by 20%, contributing to chronic stress.

Decluttering can improve sleep quality by 25%, as reported by participants in a recent study.

Pro Tips

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Spend 10 minutes daily decluttering your workspace.

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Organize one room per week to maintain a clutter-free environment.

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Limit visual distractions by keeping surfaces clear of unnecessary items.