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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.

AG

May 23, 2021

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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By Vikrant C

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Jun 12, 2016

Currently Doing this course. Pretty good it is.

By Rosanne v R

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May 10, 2016

Very good course, Really helps you to be happy!

By Karen I G B

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Aug 31, 2015

Excelent course with really usefull techniques.

By Kaelyn R

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Aug 21, 2015

This course is fun, funny, and of course happy!

By Shreya D

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Jul 7, 2021

It is a wonderful course. I liked it very much

By Pushparanee S

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Sep 29, 2020

Prof RaJ is very entusiastic and happy teacher

By LOKESH V

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Sep 24, 2020

this is a very usefull course, tq for coursera

By Callum K M

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Jun 16, 2020

An excellent balance of science and enthusiasm

By Lương T M

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Sep 16, 2019

Great couse. It help me know How is happy live

By ivette m g a

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Jun 24, 2019

me encanto, aprendí mucho y sigo aprendiendo!!

By Jennifer

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Jun 18, 2019

I refer back to the lessons learned here often

By Andris M

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Sep 26, 2017

Great, great course! I loved it! Thanks a lot!

By Edgar O M J

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Apr 23, 2017

Me ayudo a ver varias cosas que no sabía de mi

By Felix M M

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Sep 17, 2016

I absolutely loved the course and the content!

By Raphael X

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Jan 20, 2016

Outstanding!!! Awesome!!!! Can we do it again?

By VAISAKH S

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Aug 7, 2015

Awesome One... One of the best I've ever taken

By Julieta B

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Sep 20, 2021

It is an excellent course!! I really enjoy it

By Sk E A

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Dec 24, 2020

Very Good Course! If you want real happiness.

By mnirmala M

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Jul 29, 2020

I really enjoyed the course. Thank u Prof.Raj

By Bhavisha J

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Jul 27, 2020

Its among the best courses i have done online

By Sasha G

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May 19, 2020

Great professor! Very helpful tips for anyone

By sylvain v

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Oct 31, 2019

Très bien, super intéressant et enrichissant.

By Fatim B

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Dec 31, 2017

Very good and interesting course, thank you !

By Camilla S

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Jul 31, 2017

An amazing course..... and an amazing teacher

By Adriana N d M

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May 30, 2017

Enjoyable course and very useful! I loved it!