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Every task has a reason.
Here are all of them.

Scout does not guess at what will help you. Every task is grounded in published research and adapted to what Scout knows about you.

Scout with her research library
500+
Peer-reviewed studies
99
Behavioral principles
6
Research domains
56
Canonical patterns

How Scout uses the science

Scout does not pick tasks from a generic list. Every task generation runs a three-step pipeline that combines your profile with the evidence database.

Profile matching

Scout builds a profile of how you work: your patterns, obstacles, energy, and what has and has not worked before. 56 canonical patterns map your dimensions to the most relevant evidence principles.

Profile dimensions
Evidence retrieval

At task generation time, Scout queries the evidence database using your goal type, week number, mood, and profile patterns. The top 3 to 5 most relevant entries are selected and injected into the prompt.

500+ entries
Personalized output

The task, its explanation, and the Why sheet are generated using both the matched evidence and your profile. Attribution is logged so you can see the studies Scout considered for your task.

Why button

Six bodies of science.
One goal partner.

Scout draws from six research domains. Select any domain to see the principles it contains.

Motivation
Motivation & Drive
26 principles
intrinsic motivation loss aversion reward sensitivity temporal motivation avoidance motivation envy motivation meaning & purpose curiosity SDT need satisfaction meaning vs happiness
Habit
Habit & Behavior Formation
12 principles
habit mechanics habit stacking implementation intentions commitment devices nudge theory temptation bundling effort justification construal level delay of gratification
Cognition
Self-Regulation & Cognition
20 principles
self efficacy self monitoring self control strength cognitive load reduction decision fatigue mental contrasting psychological flexibility procrastination regulation action crisis affect regulation anticipatory regret
Goals
Goal Setting & Planning
13 principles
goal specificity goal gradient progress principle feedback theory counterfactual thinking mental contrasting value affirmation grit & perseverance
Social
Social & Identity
10 principles
social accountability social norms social comparison social belonging social support self disclosure identity motivation narrative identity accountability
Wellbeing
Resilience & Wellbeing
20 principles
mindset theory optimism bias resilience self compassion stress inoculation sleep self-regulation attention restoration awe positive psychology mindfulness time perspective

The studies behind your tasks.

Every entry in Scout's evidence database, searchable. These are the peer-reviewed studies and foundational texts Scout draws from when building your plan.

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Not just backed by science.
Built from it.

Most apps cite a study or two in their marketing. Scout runs a retrieval pipeline at task generation time. The studies do not decorate the product. They drive it.

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A note on scope. Scout is a personal goal and behavior change tool designed to help individuals work toward their own goals using evidence-based methods. Scout is not a clinical intervention, therapeutic service, or medical device. The research cited supports the behavioral science principles that inform Scout's design. It does not constitute a clinical claim about Scout's efficacy for any medical or mental health condition. If you are experiencing a mental health condition or require clinical support, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Simple, honest pricing.

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