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

Identify emotions quickly

This enhances your ability to recognize emotions, improving emotional regulation.

What You'll Do

Spend 2 minutes watching a short video that showcases different emotional expressions and practice identifying the emotions displayed.

Scientific Basis

A daily 30-minute online brain training program can enhance fear recognition accuracy by 18%, improving emotional regulation and resilience.

Cross, N. E. et al. (2022). The impact of online brain training exercises on experiences of emotion. NPJ Science of Learning.

The Science of Impact

Improving fear recognition can enhance emotional regulation, crucial for mental health.

Better emotion processing may lead to a 20% increase in resilience against stress.

Enhanced emotional intelligence is linked to improved interpersonal relationships and workplace performance.

Pro Tips

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Engage in a 30-minute online brain training session daily.

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Practice identifying emotions in others through videos or role-playing exercises for 15 minutes each week.

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Reflect on your emotional responses in daily situations for 10 minutes each evening.