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.

VIT

Physical·5 min·+25 XP

Listen to soothing music

Personalized music can significantly lower anxiety and improve mood.

What You'll Do

Choose a soothing song and listen to it for 5 minutes to help reduce anxiety.

Scientific Basis

Patient-selected soothing music yielded greater anxiety reduction (SMD ≈ –0.89) in heart patients, benefiting mood through emotional autonomy.

Bradt, J., Dileo, C., & Potvin, N. (2013). Music for stress and anxiety…

The Science of Impact

Personalized music interventions can lead to a 30% increase in anxiety reduction, improving patient outcomes.

Reducing anxiety in heart patients can enhance overall quality of life and emotional wellbeing.

Implementing music therapy in clinical settings may reduce healthcare costs associated with anxiety management.

Pro Tips

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Encourage patients to select soothing music for 20-minute sessions daily.

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Integrate music therapy into cardiac rehabilitation programs at least twice a week.

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Provide access to a variety of music genres to cater to individual patient preferences.