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About the Course

What are the determinants of a happy and fulfilling life? This is surely one of life’s biggest questions, and a question that has interested many of our ancestors. Buddha famously gave up his kingdom in search of happiness. Several Greek philosophers (from Aristotle to Epicurus and Plato to Socrates) had their own views on what it takes to be happy. And of course, we all have our own theories about happiness too. How valid are our theories? Until recently, if you wished for an answer to this question, you would've been forced to base it on discussions with spiritual leaders. Or, if you were lucky, you could've based it on late-night (and perhaps intoxicant-fueled) conversations with friends and family. Happily, all that has changed now. Over the past decade-and-a-half, scientists have gotten into the act big time. We now have a pretty good idea of what it takes to lead a happy and fulfilling life. This course, based on the award-winning class offered both at the Indian School of Business and at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin, developed by Prof. Raj Raghunathan (aka "Dr. Happy-smarts") draws content from a variety of fields, including psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral decision theory to offer a tested and practical recipe for leading a life of happiness and fulfillment. Although not mandatory, reading Prof. Raj's forthcoming book, titled If you're so smart, why aren't you happy? can help you review and assimilate the material covered in this book at your leisure. For Coursera learners alone, the hardcover version of the book is available for a deep discount of 50%, plus shipping and handling. You can order the hardcover for 50% off by writing to Aaron at: Aaron@800ceoread.com. Please mention that you are a student of the "coursera happiness course" in your email. The course will feature guest appearances by several well-known thought leaders, including: - Dan Ariely (author of Predictably Irrational and, soon to be released, Irrationally Yours), - Ed Diener (“Dr. Happiness”), - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (author of Flow), By taking this course, you will discover the answers to questions such as: - Why aren’t the smart-and-the-successful as happy as they could—or should—be - What are the “7 Deadly Happiness Sins” that even the smart and the successful commit?, and - What are the “7 Habits of the Highly Happy” and how can you implement them in your life? By the end of the course, I expect students who have been diligent with the lectures and exercises to not just gain a deeper understanding of the science of happiness, but to also be significantly happier....

Top reviews

CR

Apr 23, 2018

Excellent course, Professor Raj is great. I found it very helpful to see what types of personality traits I have that may contribute to my happiness level and possible approaches to dealing with them.

LS

Jan 23, 2017

This course is a joy! I cannot recommend it highly enough. Practical advice based on long-term research, interviews with worldwide experts on the topics discussed, and a fabulous professor. So great!

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Dec 29, 2015

A course which cause considerable change in your happiness level

By Marwa A M

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Aug 20, 2015

This Course CHANGED my life! I am very grateful for this course.

By BALLA A K

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Jul 25, 2020

It's an amazing course! I strongly recommend this to my freinds

By ANJALI N

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Mar 30, 2020

Amazing course now my life is full of happiness and fulfillment

By 潘晓青

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Mar 1, 2016

give me so great ideas to find more happiness,I like the course

By Bernie G

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Feb 25, 2016

Learned a lot in this course...all very useful. Many thanks!!!

By Alfonso J C L

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Nov 26, 2015

Love it! Do you want to have a better life? Take a look inside!

By Sigrid M C M

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May 25, 2021

Fue un bonito curso, lleno de aprendizaje personal y emocional

By MARITZA R

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Jan 16, 2021

Demasiado bueno, su contenido, lo ejercicios, todo me encantó.

By Yvonne S

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Jul 8, 2020

Thank you this was a great course I learned a lot about myself

By Pankaj G S

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Jun 3, 2020

Must Take for that insight you have been searching since birth

By Andrea R

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Jul 14, 2019

Maravilloso curso, muy poderoso y sobretodo fácil de disfrutar

By Эль М

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Mar 25, 2018

One of the best courses ever! Thanks to all people who made it

By Lam D

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Mar 21, 2018

This course help you overcome your tough time. Thanks for all.

By Ana M C

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Jan 2, 2018

The course has a good contents very well taught by Prof. Rah.

By Rajesh B

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Sep 12, 2017

Very nice, practical and useful course for each human being!!!

By keerthi k

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May 1, 2017

Awesome course delivered by wonderful team. Highly recommended

By tsur s

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Jan 29, 2017

Very inspiring and motivating for positive changes in my life!

By Piroska N

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May 13, 2016

It is a wonderful course, so funny and interesting! Bravo! :-)

By Diana A G

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Jan 21, 2016

very informative, fun and motivating! keep up the good work <3

By Ricardo A

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Oct 1, 2015

Great topics, engaging videos, excellent teacher. Recommended!

By 윤아영

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Aug 14, 2015

It's makes my life more happier than before.

Thank you teacher~

By Monika K

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Sep 11, 2022

I enjoyed it very much. The teacher was very good too. Thanks

By Sinosh P

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May 17, 2021

Excellent Couse content and deliver. Highly motivating course

By MUSTAFA A E

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Jan 23, 2021

Thank you from the heart

It was a very, very wonderful course