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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 Joshua B

May 7, 2020

Loved it! Amazing professor. Right up there with some of my favorites at Stanford. I'd definitely take more of her classes. Thank you Prof Santos!

By Paige D

Apr 20, 2020

This course gave me a lot of insight into how our mind works and practices yo strengthen our mental and emotional wellbeing. I'm so glad I enrolled!!

By Jose A P

Mar 15, 2020

Straight to the point, this course is not only about what you learn but also about your practice. And if you do practice, prepare yourself for change.

By Mario F

May 7, 2024

Professor Laurie Santos was great, I really liked this course. I have learned a lot about my own self on the past three weeks. Thank you Professor!

By Daniela M

Dec 13, 2022

Um curso incrível, um despertar para o que é de facto importante e significativo nas nossas vidas e que impacta na nossa felicidade. Muitos parabéns!

By Katrin A

Sep 15, 2021

Schade, dass der Kurs schon vorbei ist... Ganz vielen Dank für die vielen Impulse und das Wissen, das sehr informativ und unterhaltsam gelehrt wurde!

By Dr.Kranti Z

Sep 15, 2021

This is a great course! I was able to change into a more positive and productive mindset as taught in this course. I highly recommend it to everyone.

By Hebe O P

Jul 22, 2021

This class was the tool I need to make my life mean something. I'm working everyday on my well being I'm grateful for this course and the professor.

By Maria F M

Jul 14, 2021

Fantastic! I Wish everyone could do this course as a simple tool to reset priorities in daily life and learn small steps to positivity and wellbeing!

By Darin M

Dec 6, 2020

Truly enjoyed this course. The 10 weeks allowed the time to focus and implement change into my daily routine. Would definitely recommend this course!

By David H

Oct 14, 2020

Loved this course. So timely during the pandemic. It has equipped me with tools and a mindset that I know will help me through this time and beyond.

By Nadia N

Oct 11, 2020

This course changed my life and the way I see a lot of things. The teacher was awesome, and I got so much material to study. I will miss that course.

By Yvette T

Sep 29, 2020

This course was much more thorough than I expected. It was also more interactive than I expected. And it was much deeper than just positive thinking.

By Manuela G C

Aug 25, 2020

Taking this course was the best decision I made in my entire life. Thank you so much, I learned a lot and I'm applying those things in my daily life.

By Rushil K

Aug 2, 2020

This is an amazing course over these 3- 4 months my life has really transformed. I would really like to get in touch with the creators of this course

By Daisuke O

Jul 24, 2020

It was the best lecture I have leaned in my life. I believe if all the people learn about the science of well-being, the world would be a better one.

By Alexander

Jul 18, 2020

Excellent course. And very timely in Covid-19 times. I've started exploring Coursera from this course. Great professor and content. Recommend to all.

By Jenna S

Jul 16, 2020

Excellent course. Informative, engaging and most importantly, it had a positive impact on my well-being and happiness. I wholeheartedly recommend it!

By Federica C

Jul 10, 2020

Great course, well structured, and with a great reading list and further optional reading. This course should be made compulsory in all universities.

By Corey S

Jul 5, 2020

If you like to continually learn and improve yourself, take this course. I can honestly say this course made me happier and more present in my life.

By brenda n

Jun 29, 2020

would like to have a list of other courses relating to this one listed so could add to my learning in this field. awesome presenter and presentation.

By Ratasha I

Jun 22, 2020

This course is phenomenal! Every person should need to take this as a required course in school. Great job Professor Santos on putting this together!

By Mariah K

Jun 21, 2020

Fantastic class teaching you why we don't do what we already know! Ha! Love how you have to put what you learn at the beginning to work at the end.

By Kimberly T

Jun 20, 2020

I RECOMMEND THIS CLASS FOR ANYONE WHO HAS BREATH. THERE IS ALWAYS ROOM FOR LEARNING TOOLS AND BUILDING HABITS THAT INCREASE WELLBEING AND HAPPINESS.

By Valentin D

Jun 16, 2020

Very enlightning and motivating course. I feel now better than ever and I know I am working in the right direction to be a better and happier person.