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.

SPI

Emotional·5 min·+25 XP

Log your emotions

Daily emotion tracking boosts emotional persistence and awareness, enhancing overall wellbeing.

What You'll Do

Spend 5 minutes logging your emotions in a journal or app.

Scientific Basis

Logging emotions daily improves mental wellbeing by 24% by increasing emotional persistence and awareness of positive emotions.

Boghrati, R., Sharif, M. A., Yousefi, S., & Heydarian, A. (2024). Emotion tracking (vs. reporting) increases the persistence of positive (vs. negative) emotions. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jesp.2023.104556

The Science of Impact

Improving emotional awareness can lead to a 24% increase in wellbeing.

Enhanced emotional persistence may reduce the risk of anxiety and depression.

Tracking emotions can foster a more positive outlook on life, improving overall quality of life.

Pro Tips

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Log your emotions daily for at least 5 minutes.

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Reflect on positive experiences each evening to enhance emotional awareness.

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Use a dedicated app or journal to track your emotions consistently.