As we continue to social distance, not only are feelings of loneliness increasing, so are, well … feelings of boredom. Fill your time with different ways of keeping your brain active, and take advantage of these online courses being offered for free right now!

The Science of Well-Being – Yale University

Yale’s most popular course (ever) currently has over 2 million people enrolled. Learn about different misconceptions surrounding what happiness is, and how to apply this research to your own life. Something we could all use more of right now? Tangible ways to be a little bit happier.

Intro to Psychology – Yale University

Have you always wanted to dive deeper into the psyche but didn’t have a chance in college? Now’s your opportunity! Enroll in this course to get an overview of everything from social behavior to how perception works.

Chinese for Beginners – Peking University

If Duolingo’s persistent notifications aren’t doing the trick, maybe enrolling in an actual online course will help you finally master a new language. And why not try Chinese Mandarin?

Cryptography I – Stanford University

Learning about all that goes into protecting your devices is crucial, but especially when you’re using technology now more than ever. What is a shared secret key, exactly? Take this course to find out.

Resilience Skills in a Time of Uncertainty – University of Pennsylvania

Directly related to COVID-19, this course is a great option if you’re struggling with the challenges we’re currently facing and need a guiding light. This course takes research from positive psychology and gives you ways to apply it to your personal and professional life.