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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 Tres T

Jun 10, 2020

At first I was a little skeptical, but this course actually helped improve my level of happiness. I would recommend it for everyone.

By Orlanda M A

Jun 6, 2020

I loved the "rewirements"!, the structure of the course is great and it ends on a practical application in life. Highly recommended!

By monica v

Jun 6, 2020

I enjoyed this course very much! I have become more organized. I am more grateful and try consciously to make the best of every day!

By Roberta W

Jun 5, 2020

really enjoyed this course. It was simple yet profound. I'd say this was a course where you get out in proportion to what you put in

By Debra Y

May 28, 2020

This course had a very positive effect on my life. I gained many skills to improve my happiness and health. I highly recommend it.

By Sasha J

May 20, 2020

Loved this course, I learnt a lot and my happiness improved throughout the course. Everything I learnt I will continue to use daily.

By Andrew K

May 13, 2020

I think that everyone should take this course especially students before they enter the workforce, it would make for a better world!

By Stockton L H

May 9, 2020

This class will teach you about a good life AND how to live a good life. Highly recommend for people looking to improve their lives.

By Cindy A

Apr 26, 2020

Very practical course with some great readings which share the underpinning science. Perfect timing for me during a global pandemic.

By Karen T G V T

Apr 20, 2020

I truly enjoyed this course! Everything was interesting and truly applicable in my daily life. Highly encourage others to take this.

By Julie S

Jan 29, 2020

I'm so appreciative for this opportunity!!! Thank you, Dr Laurie Santos and the team supporting this offering - you are all gems!!!!

By Jay M R

Jul 2, 2019

This is an inspiring course. I recommend it to anyone who wants to make some change in their life to promote his or her well-being.

By Deleted A

Jun 7, 2019

Very insightful. Laurie and team did a great job at teaching me what truly makes me happy and to rewire my mind and behavior to achi

By Marisol R

Mar 18, 2019

I highly recommend the course. It enables to apply useful strategies from positive psychology in order to be happier and healthier.

By Timizay R P

Oct 21, 2018

It was a fantastic course that modeled excellent college teaching and provided lots of scientific research on the area of happiness.

By Vera S E

Jul 28, 2024

Aprendí muchisimo, esto es el principio, debemos ser constantes y aplicar la enseñanza para lograr los objetivos. gracias en verdad

By Francesca d

Dec 17, 2023

Really hands-on experience! I thoroughly enjoyed this course and have applied the theory to my nursing job and lifestyle. Thank you

By Marta

Apr 5, 2023

EEs útil, práctico y muy fácil de seguir el ritmo , entretenido y didácticoseguirdidácticoseguir.. Menciona muchos estudiosestudios

By Saara R

Nov 24, 2022

I loved this course. Above all i really admire the professor. She was so nice and lovely. She explained everything very thoroughly.

By Janina W

May 18, 2022

I highly recommend this course! I believe it a blessing and I am very grateful for this course to be available worldwide and free!

By Imrana K

Feb 14, 2022

I LOVED THIS COURSE. THE POINTS DISCUSSED WERE ALL BACKED BY RESEARCH. I SPECIALLY LIKED THE "WOOP " METHOD OF ACHIEVING OUR GOALS.

By Michael T

Feb 5, 2022

Fantastic !

The power is in my hands now so I can't wait to add as many tools as I can to habit.

Thank you for making ths available.

By Hilda C

Dec 20, 2021

Highly recommend my wish now is to meet Laurie Santos to personally thank her but in the meantime thank you now it all makes sense.

By Jeffrey G

Nov 27, 2021

By far the best course I ever taken on coursera. Well-curated and presented. Kudos to Prof Santos. You made me happy .. very happy.

By Stephanie A A

Sep 12, 2021

Best course! Very engaging and informative. I can now say i know about the science of well-being and i understand happiness better.