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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 Luiza Z

Jun 10, 2020

Each class is so well structured with just the right amunt of informtion so you can remember the key elements. A very insightful and useful course!

By Natasha G

Jun 5, 2020

This was great! Easy to grasp concepts presented in easy to digest sections. I will definitely apply some of the learning to my life going forward!

By Oranicha J

Jun 4, 2020

Well taught, organized, and useful especially during these uncertain times. Time commitment is also low and assignments are not too time consuming.

By Kevin C

Jun 1, 2020

This is a great course especially at this time in the world. It was nice to learn new tools to use for helping one be happier in their daily lives.

By Katharina K

May 31, 2020

Laurie Santos is an amazing professor and this course is life changing. I am grateful I took this course and I am happy about everything I learned.

By Karen S

May 30, 2020

Highly recommend this course. Was a great mix on engaging videos, reading, interactions with others, and actionable items to practice being happy!

By Jason B

May 16, 2020

Excellent, very relevant course, very practical and useful information to increase your happiness and learn more about what matters to you in life.

By Rakshita D

May 16, 2020

Highly recommended course. Great insights by Prof Laurie Santos, very engaging lectures. Great rewirement challenges to improve personal well-being

By Elena V

Apr 22, 2020

It is an excellent course, especially for those who are ready to try new habits or adjust their current habits on the way to leading a happier life

By Muireann B

Apr 13, 2020

This is an excellent course that combines the science of well being with the practices that contribute to well being. I enjoyed every minute of it!

By Diamond M

Apr 4, 2020

This course can really help you make some lifestyle changes leading to improvements, if you take you truly take the time to do it and be committed.

By Sanket J

Jul 21, 2024

This course is kind of mandatory if you are on your journey of self-improvement. You will get to learn about things you intuitively think wrongly.

By alicia m

Jan 11, 2023

amazing course! Changed my way of thinking and how I run my life with these daily rewirements that help improve my happiness and minimize my life

By Rose B

Nov 26, 2021

i enjoyed learning different things about the mind and how we get used to stuff. I also liked that everything was explained easily and made sense.

By Cim C

Jun 1, 2021

Excellent content and summary assignment. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a summary of the happiness and well-being research.

By radinka q

May 28, 2021

love everything about the course, the structure, the teacher and the reflection process. Amazing, can't wait to spread this lecture to my friends!

By Nicole L

Mar 26, 2021

Such an amazing course! I'm so glad I had the opportunity to do this... The content of this course has definitely changed my life for the better.

By Ayme K

Mar 22, 2021

Insightful and a great way to realign healthy practices into your daily routine to improve your overall well being and happiness, highly recommend

By Athina V

Feb 25, 2021

An extraordinary road to learning about yourself and the humanity. I loved the experience, I feel I grow a little bit as person after the lessons.

By MARIA J T R

Feb 25, 2021

Just a fitting course on this pandemic. A refreshing learning on mental wellness, at the same time interpersonal improvement on interconnectivity.

By Julia G

Jan 6, 2021

Me encantó el curso y la calidez de la profesora Laurie, me sirvió muchísimo para darme cuenta de cosas escenciales que ignoraba, muchas gracias!!

By gaby z

Nov 9, 2020

me hizo darme cuenta de que mi felicidad y mi estado de satisfacción con la vida, depende de mi y de como mire las cosas que hago y que me rodean.

By Hayley

Oct 21, 2020

This is a very well done course that helps you reflect on how to help you feel better about yourself. The professor Laurie Santos is very nice too

By Bela S

Sep 22, 2020

Wonderful course! I feel it will really help to improve the quality of my life if I work hard to put into practice the concepts learned in class.

By Alice K

Sep 20, 2020

My overall well-being and happiness improved significantly. I have learned a wealth of new skills are benefical now and in the present and future.