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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....

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SN

Aug 27, 2020

This is an outstanding course! I was able to change into a more positive and productive mindset as taught in this course. I highly recommend it to everyone regardless of your profession or background.

NN

Mar 30, 2023

This course was really interesting! I loved it. The teacher was amazing and very engaging. And it was my first time doing peer-graded assignments, i was scared but i did it and i'm so proud of myself.

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By Patricia M

Jun 4, 2020

Este curso me ha encantado y me ha enseñado abundantemente sobre lo que es la verdadera felicidad y como elegir nuestros puntos de referencia para gozar mas la vida, teniendo experiencias mas que cosas materiales y como nuestras predicciones sobre la felicidad muchas veces están erradas.

Definitivamente maravilloso

By kat

Jun 2, 2020

Thank You, Laurie! I cannot tell you how excited I was everyday to watch these lectures and take notes. This course is absolutely fantastic. It is informative, educational, extremely helpful and so much fun. Laurie explains things very well and is such a positive energy. 10/10, I encourage EVERYONE to participate!

By Margarita R D

Sep 15, 2019

The course is very well set-up in such a manner that it is not only easy to follow but also simple to implement; many examples of every day life are used, which facilitates understanding.

It applies to different individuals, different ages, gender, nationality, and life stage.

Excellent teacher; congratulations !!!

By Aubrey B

Apr 6, 2022

Awesome course to take! Set up so well that anyone can benefit from what the class has to offer. Defiantly recommend this to as many people as possible. Great insight to the science & psychology about Happiness in its various aspects, how its affects us individually & generally to people from all over the world.

By Marcus L W K

Jan 5, 2021

This course provides a sort of "self-help", which is applicable to everyone. This course goes beyond grades as it helps us to understand the psychological aspect of happiness, and gives us pointers that aid us to find meaning in our lives. I would definitely be retaking this course again for personal improvement.

By Clara Q

Nov 17, 2020

This course is truly engaging and relevant during these times. I admire the professor 'cause she truly shares her own experiences with honesty and it becomes relatable, that all of us go through life wanting to be truly happy. Take this course and you'll learn many practices/behavior that are truly life-changing.

By Soledad R C

Aug 21, 2020

In general, a great course to do. Really makes you be a better person, the material of the course is quite good. Overall, is a fantastic course. I recommend it!! A hug to Dr. Laurie Santos that was a very good instructor and she is a person that inspire me so much. Thanks to Yale I am a better person and happier.

By Caryn B

Jun 25, 2020

Excellent, engaging teacher with interesting materials. Helpful strategies to implement what we've learned to achieve the ultimate goal... happiness! The course teaches what, why and how, and is structured in such a way to ensure that the student puts practices into place to achieve a happier, healthier life.

By nicole b

Jun 8, 2020

I absolutely loved this course and everything we learned in it! During this global pandemic, this was a perfect class to help you focus on all the good things that are happening in life. I loved prioritizing gratitude and savoring the moments iarounf us. Everything learned in this course helps in our daily lives.

By Amy L

May 30, 2020

This is my second time around as a strategy to prepare for US shutdown in response to Pandemic. So grateful to use this time to focus on all the helpful habits. I also love the Happiness Podcast as a review and expanded focus on the points of this course. Thank you for making this available to the general public.

By Rebecca H

May 16, 2020

Wonderful course! So insightful and really made me look at happiness differently and start putting into place practices to improve my wellbeing and happiness for the long term. I have already recommended the course to all my friends and family, can't speak highly enough of Laurie Santos, she's amazing! Thank you!

By Dana D

Apr 19, 2020

You may think you know all the basics but then you take this course and see the actual science and data behind our behaviors and you fully understand what you need to do to change habits, focus on what's important in life and feel a stronger sense of well-being! Instructor Laurie Santos was excellent!

Thank you!

By Nlh P

Feb 9, 2019

Before it seems to me that this course is going to focus on the happiness and psychology stuffs only. Actually it gives actual and practical knowledge and success in daily life. When people are acting for their promotion and acting weird I remind myself of this course. However, I did not finish it up all courses.

By Christina C

Jan 16, 2023

What amazing courses. It teaches you different practices, and theories, which one can utilise in everyday life to increase your happiness! The course and lecturer are very engaging with several sources and materials and practical ways to help you increase your happiness and overall well-being! Really enjoyed it.

By Anka J

Aug 2, 2021

I completely recommend this course. It is an engaging course and I enjoyed it immensely. It made me think differently about myself and the way I see my life. This course teaches you how to help yourself feel better and happier and it also teaches you various valuable tools to do it. And the professor is amazing!

By Stacy H

Aug 7, 2020

The course is important because you put into practice positive habits that will change your mindset -- as homework! Reading books by positive psychology experts doesn't necessarily change the way you live. I recommend this course. The lectures don't take long, and it really could change your life for the better.

By Kira B

Jul 9, 2020

This course is life changing, whether you're interested in this course for personal or professional reasons. My stress management and overall well-being has improved significantly, the course itself is fun and the professor is a wiz at relaying the importance of all the information / skills you are being taught.

By India M

Jul 6, 2020

I thought this was a very good course especially during the time we are living in with the pandemic. It helps you understand what happiness really mean and that what you think makes you happy like material things is not so. It's a good course to get introduced to the psychology of your well-being or being happy.

By Pamela P

Jun 20, 2020

Best course ever. This should be a kickstart course for everyone prior to going to college or doing anything significant. I believe this is a great framework to provide the right focus and mindset someone needs to succeed successfully at whatever they are hoping to and to feel happy and live a life worth living!

By Jeff S

May 28, 2020

I cannot believe this was free! Dr. Santos is offering life changing information that will actually save you money. Money spent on the pursuit of happiness. The practical changes to my perspective and attitude have increased the value of my life significantly. I am grateful that I found this course. Many thanks.

By Isabelle V

Jan 12, 2020

I love everything about this course! It is the best course and I'm so happy I did it. Wish it didn't end. Cannot stop talking about it to my friends and family. Thanks to Jay Shetty and his podcasts for introducing me to Laurie and this AMAZING course. And thanks to Laurie for making this accessible to everyone!

By Kathleen M F

Jul 31, 2020

The best thing about this class is that it teaches/ encourages you to implement these behaviors into your daily life so that change can actually happen. It held me accountable for doing the things that are scientifically proven to make you happier. Taking this course during the pandemic made it 10x more useful.

By A H

Jul 30, 2020

Fabulous course - many thanks Laurie and to all that contributed. I got so much more from the course than I expected, including better awareness of my Self, what actually contributes to my happiness, effective strategies to increase and maintain my happiness, improved health and a love of meditation.

Thank You !

By Megan M

Jun 9, 2020

This course gives excellent information on the things that we all seem to think make us happy, but actually don't. It then gives you the things that will actually make you happy, along with the data to back it up. Overall, I think this course is an excellent way to give you the tools to increase your happiness.

By Tommy C

Jun 1, 2020

The Science of Well-Being class was an amazing course to take! It really opened my mind to the possibility of affecting positive change in my life based on changing my daily habits or mindset. By avoiding the GI Joe Fallacy as well as building good, healthy habits, I can live a happier, more fulfilling. life.