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About the Course

NEW TEEN VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.coursera.org/learn/the-science-of-well-being-for-teens In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life. THE SCIENCE OF WELL BEING WAS PRODUCED IN PART DUE TO THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE DAVID F. SWENSEN FUND FOR INNOVATION IN TEACHING....

Top reviews

DM

Jan 8, 2021

This course has the power enough to change the course of your life. It can be a journey from misery to well being, if you follow the instructions given in this program. A must must must attend course.

JR

Jun 15, 2020

Love this course! Best class I’ve taken. I teach Social Skills and there are so many things I can incorporate into my classes as well as tools I can use in my own life! - Thank You!

Jessica Rhoades

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By NITIN L

Apr 28, 2020

this course challaged many perceptions about my happyness. To efficiently designed and tengibly persent .

It was a life changeing experiance .

thanks a lot

By Nina M

Jan 29, 2020

Much more fascinating class than I ever anticipated. I would go so far as to say this is not only life-changing, but that everyone should take this class.

By Patrícia S C d A

Dec 10, 2019

Este curso me possibilitou entender mais acerca dos mecanismos que utilizamos para a felicidade e como poderemos impulsioná-la em nosso dia a dia. Amei!!!

By Deleted A

Aug 12, 2019

Excellent content.Immediately applicable to my clinical practice.Started a study on 'Gratitude Journaling & endothelial dysfunction in diabetic patients.'

By Aimee K

Aug 23, 2018

Well presented! There were actually observable effects for me after taking the course in my own happiness and the happiness of those around me. Thank you!

By Laura O W

May 21, 2018

It might sound cheesy but if you take it seriously and keep daily track of some activities your life quality and overall happiness can really increase. :)

By Aniseh B

Mar 8, 2023

Lots and LOTS of good information, suggestions and useful data about happiness. Definitely food for thought, and useful with building a positive future.

By Anna D

Nov 2, 2022

I really liked it. The only thing I would change would be to make the lectures about specific rewirements in the same week as the rewirements themselves.

By gabriela q

Jul 19, 2022

Great course, learned a lot of the misconceptions of happiness, well being and tools to succesfully create better habits for a happier overall well being

By Jarod P

Apr 12, 2022

This course gives you a solid introduction to what makes you happy, what doesn't make you happy, and simple things you can do to actually make you happy.

By Mufid K

Apr 3, 2022

this is a great course and I recommend everyone to attend it. This is course is a tool for a happier life and for having good habits. thank you Laurie :)

By Alyson B F

Feb 11, 2022

I loved this course this course change my way to see some people and i Hope can help a lot of people too to develop their happiness.

Thank you very much

By Guy D

Oct 17, 2021

I loved the flow and the science behind it. It forced me to explore and expand the scientific approach and read some more. Thank you professor.

Sincerely,

By Deleted A

Sep 17, 2021

I love the course it helps me in so many ways. The professor is fantastic. The way she explains the topic in every detail and the information is helpful.

By Muhammad W U R

Jun 10, 2021

Wonderful experience learning about all the scientific research in the field of happiness. Looking forward to putting these practices into my daily life!

By Magali R

Apr 22, 2021

It was so helpful and I have learned so many ways to brighten up my life in a meaningful manner. Thank you for making this course available for everyone!

By Donna S

Apr 15, 2021

An excellent course enjoyed the content immensely. The Professor was informative and well versed on the subject and a pleasure to listen to. Thank-you!

By Oumaima A w

Nov 15, 2020

Thank you professor for this wonderful course which I learn the strategies how to be happy, how to change myself from a stressful person to a calm person

By Robin I

Sep 23, 2020

Fantastic course with wonderful instructor - informative, engaging and taught skills to lead a happier and healthier life. Recommend highly to everyone.

By Charelle A

Sep 19, 2020

Thank you so much Ma'am i learned a lot on this subject i realize the kind of strategies that are new to design my own environment to succeed soon !!! :)

By Arlene D

Aug 16, 2020

It is a great course. I really like to learn about how the mind works and the types of things that science know we could do to contribute to living well.

By Biba S

Aug 12, 2020

Excellent course that I recommend to everybody who wants to succeed in the modern world that requires stress, anxiety management and goal setting skills.

By Ilia R R

Jul 26, 2020

Me encantó la cantidad de información de estudios que compartió la profesora. Detrás de cada estudios se defendía el postulado que se estaba discutiendo.

By David W

Jul 20, 2020

An excellent course that was engaging and informative. I have learnt skills that will benefit me personally and also, hopefully, make me a better leader.