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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 Harshita S C

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Jul 28, 2020

Great course with a great teacher

By AL P

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Jul 10, 2020

Nice presentation and recordings.

By Taiba M

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Jun 16, 2020

Well indeed a learning experience

By 071 S

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May 25, 2020

This course is very much helpful.

By Victoria M

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Apr 23, 2020

So fun and informative! Loved it!

By Hala E

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Dec 5, 2018

A very creative and useful course

By claire g

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Oct 7, 2016

better than going to see a doctor

By Nikhil M

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Sep 1, 2016

Best coursera course I have done.

By Jessica M O A

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Jan 20, 2016

Inspiracional como logro de vida.

By D 2

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Aug 24, 2015

Really informative and inspiring.

By Daniela A V

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Aug 15, 2015

The best course I've done so far.

By Gabriel F O

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Jun 13, 2021

inspirador, revelador y práctico

By Pratikhya D

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Jul 9, 2020

It was great learning experience

By Vitaliy A

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May 15, 2020

I do it. And now I am more HPPY?

By Abhishek S

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Nov 30, 2019

Very Intresting Course, loved it

By Deepak

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Mar 19, 2017

Very informative and interesting

By Samarha S

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Aug 29, 2016

Everyone should have this class!

By Andreea S

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Feb 27, 2016

very nice and insightful course.

By Laura V G

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Feb 19, 2016

I really joy making this course.

By Rajath S M

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Sep 19, 2015

Very Informative and fun course.

By Huy G T

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Sep 16, 2015

Very creative and inspirational!

By Muhammad K M

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Jun 20, 2021

nice, thank you dr raj and team

By K

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Aug 18, 2020

It was insightful and enjoyable

By Munira M

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Jul 21, 2020

Interesting and great learning.

By Utkarsh K j

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Jun 21, 2020

Very good thanks for supporting