Have you ever imagined earning money simply by saying “yes” to everything for a whole day? No tricks, no complicated surveys, no exhausting tasks—just a single word: “yes.” Sounds like a fantasy? Well, in the strange and wonderful universe of 2025 digital side hustles, this is not only real but increasingly popular.
The idea originated from behavioral experiments and gamified apps that challenge users to step out of their comfort zones. Saying “yes” opens doors you didn’t know existed, sometimes literally—and in some apps, it opens wallets too. I decided to try it. I spent a full day agreeing to every task, request, and challenge presented by an app designed to reward compliance, curiosity, and boldness. The results were hilarious, exhausting, enlightening, and, yes, financially rewarding.
The Psychology Behind “Yes”
Saying “yes” is more than just agreeing; it is a mindset. Psychologists refer to it as “behavioral activation”, where agreeing to new experiences reduces avoidance, increases exposure to opportunities, and triggers unexpected rewards.
The famous book Yes Man by Danny Wallace popularized this concept in real life: by saying yes to everything for a period, Wallace ended up on wild adventures, met influential people, and discovered personal growth opportunities. Modern apps have gamified this concept, adding monetary incentives to encourage people to push boundaries in controlled, trackable ways.
The app I tried is designed to track your compliance digitally. Every “yes” earns points, which can be exchanged for cash, gift cards, or digital rewards. Beyond money, it encourages spontaneity, adaptability, and sometimes sheer bravery.
How the App Works
The app’s mechanics are deceptively simple:
- Daily Challenge Launch: Every morning, the app generates a series of requests, questions, or tasks.
- Point System: Every time you say “yes,” you earn points. Some “yeses” are worth more than others depending on difficulty or creativity required.
- Bonus Multiplier: Consecutive “yeses” without hesitation increase a multiplier, boosting rewards exponentially.
- Verification: Tasks are tracked via your phone’s sensors, camera, or GPS (depending on the request).
- Rewards: Points convert into real money, with a minimum payout threshold or redeemable gift cards.
Some requests are simple, like:
- “Yes, I will send a positive message to a stranger.”
- “Yes, I will try a new snack.”
Others are absurdly daring:
- “Yes, I will sing loudly in the street for one minute.”
- “Yes, I will wear mismatched socks and smile at everyone I meet.”
The more creative and committed your yes is, the higher your reward.
My Day of Saying “Yes”
The first task popped up at 8 a.m.:
“Say yes to making your bed perfectly, in 60 seconds.”
I chuckled, grabbed my blanket, and raced against the timer. Points earned. Easy start.
By 9 a.m., things got interesting:
“Say yes to sending a funny emoji to a random contact.”
I hesitated. Who would appreciate that at 9 a.m.? But the app reminded me: hesitation reduces your bonus. So I sent it. My friend replied with a laughing emoji, proving the first of many small wins.
At 11 a.m., the first truly bizarre challenge arrived:
“Yes to trying a spicy snack you’ve never eaten.”
I had a tiny bottle of hot sauce at hand. One drop later, my mouth burned. Points earned. Sweat earned. Experience gained.
By noon, I realized saying “yes” wasn’t just an action—it was a mindset shift. Every yes triggered a new possibility, a new interaction, a new adventure.
Unexpected Rewards
The monetary side was surprisingly satisfying. By 3 p.m., after agreeing to mini-challenges, I had earned about $15. Not life-changing, but enough to cover a lunch or two. By the end of the day, I had accumulated $42.
Even more valuable were non-monetary rewards:
- Confidence Boost: Saying yes forced me out of habitual avoidance patterns.
- Connection with Others: Many yeses involved strangers, friends, and colleagues.
- Spontaneity and Joy: The absurdity of some tasks—like dancing in my living room for 30 seconds—made me laugh uncontrollably.
Challenges of Saying “Yes”
Saying yes isn’t without pitfalls:
- Physical Exhaustion: Some tasks required movement, like jogging in place or doing push-ups. By 5 p.m., my arms ached.
- Social Awkwardness: Certain yeses put me in uncomfortable social situations, like complimenting strangers or agreeing to unusual requests from friends.
- Decision Fatigue: Constantly agreeing can feel mentally draining, even if the tasks are fun.
The app encourages pacing, but the temptation to maximize points often pushes users to extreme lengths.
A Day in the Life: Highlights
Here are a few of the most memorable tasks I encountered:
- Yes to Complimenting Strangers: Walking around, I complimented five random people. Their smiles were instant rewards.
- Yes to Trying a Weird Snack Combo: Pickled mango + peanut butter. Surprisingly… not terrible. Points awarded.
- Yes to Singing in Public: My apartment neighbors heard a half-serious rendition of a pop song. My “yes streak” multiplier soared.
- Yes to Random Donations: Donated $1 to a charity suggested by the app. Felt good and earned bonus points.
- Yes to Learning Something New: Tried a five-minute tutorial on juggling. Failed, laughed, points earned.
By evening, I realized that a day of yeses is like an adventure packed into 24 hours—rewarding in ways beyond just money.
Why This Works
The app combines behavioral science, gamification, and social psychology.
- Behavioral Activation: Engaging in activities reduces procrastination and avoidance.
- Gamification: Points, multipliers, and bonuses trigger dopamine release, motivating continued engagement.
- Social Reinforcement: Many yeses involve interaction, making users feel more connected.
- Novelty Seeking: Humans crave new experiences; this app provides structured novelty with incentives.
Risks and Considerations
While fun, this approach has risks:
- Overcommitment: Saying yes to dangerous or unethical tasks could backfire.
- Exhaustion: Continuous yeses can be physically and mentally draining.
- Privacy Concerns: Some tasks involve location or camera tracking. Users must trust the app’s data handling.
The key is balance: say yes to challenges within your comfort zone, maximize fun, and keep rewards realistic.
The Takeaways
A day of saying yes teaches several lessons:
- Opportunities Come to Those Who Agree: Small yeses can snowball into unexpected adventures.
- Money Is a Bonus, Not the Goal: While points convert to cash, the main reward is experience.
- Self-Limitations Are Often Imaginary: Saying yes pushes you beyond habitual boundaries.
- Fun Is Profitable: Combining gamification with everyday tasks creates motivation and joy.
My Final Thoughts
By the end of the 24-hour challenge, I was tired, sore, slightly embarrassed, but extraordinarily happy. I earned $42—enough for a nice dinner—but I gained far more in experience, confidence, and hilarity.
The idea of saying yes to everything for a day might seem silly, but it works. It blends psychology, gaming, and micro-earnings in a way that turns mundane life into an adventure. For anyone willing to step out of their comfort zone, this app is a bizarre, fun, and surprisingly rewarding way to do it.
✅ Sources
- Wallace, D. (2005). Yes Man: How Saying Yes Changed My Life. HarperCollins.
- Psychology Today – “Behavioral Activation and Positive Psychology.” https://www.psychologytoday.com
- Mayo Clinic – “Stress Relief Through New Experiences.” https://www.mayoclinic.org
- Journal of Behavioral Economics – “Gamification and Human Motivation.” 2021.
- Harvard Business Review – “How Saying Yes Can Unlock Creativity.” 2019.
Written by the author, Fatima Al-Hajri 👩🏻💻
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