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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 Kelly M

Jun 20, 2020

This course is fantastic. The data driven information combined with the professor's authentic presentations was the perfect combination for me.

By Helen B

Jun 11, 2020

This is a very accessible, practical, and meaningful course. Great for anyone, even if you are not experienced in taking college-level courses.

By MANOJ G

Jun 9, 2020

It a really interesting course that perfectly matches to our day to day life it gives us the correct way to view the lhfe at the correct angle

By Nancy

May 30, 2020

Hi Dr. Santos. I enjoyed your course and found it very helpful. I was surprised though at having to pay $65.00 to get a Certificate at the end.

By Aileen D C

May 30, 2020

I learned not only frameworks about improving happiness, but it helped me to be deliberate in doing things that will help improve my happiness.

By Tracey G

May 28, 2020

Very eye-opening for me. I wish I had had the opportunity to take a class like this when I was in college. My life would have looked different.

By Amber M

May 26, 2020

Fabulous course! I learned so much and loved all the scientifically backed data. The professor was really knowledgable and kept your attention.

By Lia O

May 14, 2020

Fun and interesting content that is evidence-based. I would recommend taking this course if you want to increase your happiness level in life!

By Melody W

May 14, 2020

I truly enjoyed being a part of this forum during these uncertain days. It became a pleasurable part of my daily routine. Thank you Dr. Santos.

By Estibaliz P M

Nov 30, 2019

Really interesting course to learn about well-being. Easy explanations to understand our minds and learn some strategies to increase happiness.

By Erin S

Oct 14, 2019

Loved this course. The content was engaging and continues to positively impact my life and the life of those I interact with. Highly recommend!

By Lily P

Oct 8, 2019

Fantastic course, insightful and engaging with lots of opportunities to practice what you learn over the 10 week period. I highly recommend it!

By Tofail A

Sep 27, 2019

To me in the present world "The Science of Well-Being " is most essential one to learn and make it in practice... I am happy to get the access.

By Angelic A

Apr 8, 2019

I found the format and information provided in the course to be very helpful in creating habits that lead to more overall happiness in my life.

By Liz H

Mar 17, 2019

One of the most life-changing courses I have ever taken, thank you Pr. Santos. This is a course to revisit once in a while..... I will be back!

By Kirsten M

Jan 25, 2019

I'm so thankful that I had the opportunity to take this course! This experience has changed my view on well-being and the contributing factors.

By Jeremy H (

Dec 19, 2018

Great course, would like as many people as possible to take and actually implement change in their lives. Follow through is hard but worth it!

By Sofía M A

Nov 7, 2018

Life Changer!!! I've never been more aware of my inner self, noticing happiness every day for the rest of my life. Thank you, Professor Santos.

By Hana M

Nov 1, 2024

Life changing! I am, Laurie Santos, so grateful for your course. Recommend it for anyone who is on the crossroad, yet motivated for a change.

By Sharifa I M A A (

Oct 2, 2023

I gained new knowledge and skills, and it helped me to change attitude and gain positive attitude towards my personal and professional career.

By Kainat N S

Jul 18, 2023

it was very engaging and of true worth of an experience. I learned tremendously from the input from the most honorable and respected teachers.

By Leah R

Feb 26, 2023

This was an excellent class, well-paced, very informative, and I felt like I saw real changes in my happiness and my perspective on happiness.

By Gretel L

Aug 11, 2022

A wonderful way to be more in the present and having a still mind. Thank you! I am forever grateful for this chance to be a more happy person.

By Chaila C

Jun 1, 2022

Highly recommend! I learned so many helpful tools and practices going forward that will help me implement happiness into my everyday life. :))

By HMS

Sep 13, 2021

Learned a lot of applicable and useful information from this course. Definitely encourage everyone to take this for their own personal growth.