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

Taste a crunchy snack

Enjoying preferred textures can boost your mood.

What You'll Do

Try a new crunchy snack that you love and notice how it makes you feel.

Scientific Basis

Eating crunchy foods that align with personal texture preferences can elicit positive emotions by enhancing hedonic texture perception.

Yüksel, E., & Albayrak, I. (2023). Effect of texture preference on food texture perception: Exploring the perceptual process. Food Quality and Preference.

The Science of Impact

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Pro Tips

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Experiment with different crunchy foods that you enjoy at least 3 times a week.

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Incorporate a variety of textures in your meals to enhance sensory pleasure.

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Pay attention to your emotional responses when trying new foods to identify your texture preferences.