The Best Self-Help And Education Apps

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We’re all getting pretty good at staying home and staying safe these days. But, it can still be a bit overwhelming and mind boggling at times. So what can we do to keep ourselves stimulated and keep our minds healthy? You gave us your best recommendations…

Duolingo

Hola. Bonjour. Konnichiwa. Fancy trying something new? Duolingo is a free language learning app, with over 300 million learners. With personalised lessons, leaderboards and gamification, you’ll quickly get to grips with whatever language you want to speak.

Here’s what you said:

“I don’t think I have to explain why you should install this. You have so much time now, how about you spend it learning a new language!” - Aidan

Nike Training Club

Just because we’re inside more often, doesn’t mean we can’t stay active. Nike’s Training app gives you access to 4-6 week training plans with routines that fit your schedule, workout style, and fitness levels. Time to get moving!

Here’s what you said:

“The Nike training app is great for workouts of all abilities, boosts endorphins and gets you in shape in a fun way!” - Tilly

Quizlet

School or college might not be on right now, but that doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. Quizlet is a great place to study, practice and master topics through quizzes, flashcards and fun learning materials. Education + creativity = fun at your fingertips!

Here’s what you said:

“I love Quizlet, because a lot of the time the flashcards are already on there and if not you can make your own and make it fun and creative whilst still revising!” - Sofie

Kahoot!

If Quizlet takes your fancy, you’ll also love Kahoot! They’re on a mission to make learning awesome, through sharing and playing games or trivia quizzes in bite size chunks. Millions of ready-to-play games on any topics, in different languages, for all ages. Amazing!

Here’s what you said:

“Kahoot has lots of educational quizzes. that you can help you learn new languages” - Christine

Insight Timer

Insight Timer is the number one free app for sleep, anxiety and stress. So if you’re feeling a bit cloudy in the head, or finding it difficult to get a good night’s rest, why not give this a try. You’ll have access to daily guided meditations and talks that’ll help give a bit of clarity.

Here’s what you said:

“Insight Timer is a great free meditation and relaxing app that helps you to wind down during the day or before you go to sleep” - Holly

Forest

During this time, we all seem to be on our phones a lot more. So, when you need some time away from your screen, why not use Forest. The app lets you plant a virtual tree, which over time - the longer you don't use your phone - will grow and flourish. Build your own forest, help the actual rainforest...and get some well needed offline time.

Here’s what you said:

“Forest lets me set a timer where I won’t have access to social media and phone games, and in return, it grows me a tree or bush or flower. Over time, your forest just keeps growing and you even have the option to donate to the company to help combat worldwide deforestation” - Lucy

British Psychology Society Research Digest

Getting a clear head sometimes starts with understanding how they work. The BPS Research app is full to the brim of psychological studies from around the world, with an aim to write accessible, accurate blogs that are relevant to real life and thought-provoking. 

Here’s what you said:

"The BPS app is great to read. It gives you an insight of what’s going on in the world right now, that isn't solely focused on coronavirus! It's an easy way to keep your brain ticking over during this very strange time, but it isn't anything too strenuous to read”  - Lucy