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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 Daniel V R

Feb 26, 2021

Es un curso excelente, me ayudó mucho a recordar algunas cosas de la felicidades que ya sabía, pero también me ayudó a aprender nuevas, como la falacia de GI Joe, que saber no es la mitad del camino. Agradezco mucho a la Dr. Lauri Santos por hacer esto posible y lo recomiendo muchísimo.

By Burcu

Feb 14, 2021

Amazing course to gain awareness about what happiness/well-being is and what helps to increase it and what actually doesn't help :) The course gave me a whole new perspective on well-being which helped me, my boyfriend, and my mother to boost our overall well-being.

Totally recommended!

By Tatiana A

Nov 10, 2020

Awesome course, it helped me to choose a better job for me, be more open and happy. I can't thank enough Dr. Laurie Santos for putting it together and making available for everyone. I were combining the course with reading "Getting things done" by D. Allen and these two go hand in hand.

By Samra A

Aug 23, 2020

This is an amazing course. Something that actually can bring a big and positive change in life. The instructor was amazing and i really wish I could meet her in person and thank her in person some day.Stay blessed All the people who are involved in this course especially our instructor.

By Brook P

Aug 19, 2020

Both practical and quickening. The Science of Well-Being begins with clear analyses on how the brain and the culture work against happiness. This is followed with clear guidance for rewiring. By the end of course, a student knows both the theory and practice of well-being and happiness.

By Anne B

Aug 17, 2020

I really enjoyed working through this course during the lockdown we had in New Zealand. I learned a lot! And signed up for a meditation course so I can continue to apply what I have learned. Thank you to Prof Laurie Santos and Yale for making this course available free through Coursera.

By Jaime M

Aug 5, 2020

These courses are essential for al young people to take, I am fifty and wish these kinds of courses existed during my university years. They help you prepare for the future and help you deal with disappointment better. Life should not be taken so seriously, we all need to be happy more.

By Holly B

May 31, 2020

A fantastic course that did more than I expected - it not only taught me the data-supported science behind how to increase happiness but was also structured to support me to put the strategies into practice. A highly recommended course for anyone willing to invest in their well-being :)

By Stacy D

May 22, 2020

This course was truly blessing in disguise and i'm so glad i clicked on it at first sight. I got a much better understanding of the ideal of happiness, how to attain and maintain it. I highly recommend this class, especially since the world is going through so much right now, Good-luck!

By Deborah M T

Aug 28, 2019

I thoroughly enjoyed taking this course and I learned so much about the misconceptions we have when it comes to what we think makes us happy. In addition, I learned how to use rewirements to actually become a happier person. Great course, thank you for the opportunity to take it online.

By Yoko C

Jul 24, 2022

Thank you very much for the great lecture !

I learned a lot of new concepts from Dr. Laurie. If I had a wish, I would have liked the opportunity to communicate directly with the teacher. I would like to continue reading the professor's paper.

Thank you very much once again !

Yoko Chang

By Cristina B

Apr 9, 2021

Wonderful experience!

Professor Laurie Santos is a professional full of charisma!

The course is so well structured! I'm so happy I subscribed to it.

It's a life time learning. Will take this knowledge with me to help take care of my well being.

Thanks always!

Maria Cristina Bruno

Brazil

By Jose A A

Mar 26, 2021

Great course! Really appreciated the explanations and data behind all that was presented. Enjoyed every part of the course, especially the rewirement challenges that kept me engaged and learning ways to improve my physical and mental well-being. Would recommend this course to everyone.

By Binaya K P

Aug 23, 2020

The research-based insights were amazing. If put to practice this course has a real potential to change lives. Everyone should take this course. My sincere gratitude to Coursera, Yale University, and Professor Laurie Santos for creating this course and making it available for everyone.

By Kathleen T

Jul 27, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I contained everything that will be help others build a much happier life for themselves. I loved all of the course content and the re-wirements. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is wanting to build a happier more peaceful life. Thank you.

By Tímea F

Jun 7, 2020

The lectures are informative and super helpful, the structure of the whole course is just perfect. It was easy to get around, to keep track of your progress and to find the related articles and topics so you can go further! This is a must if you want to live an active and healthy life.

By Wayne A

May 6, 2020

It was a very effective course for me. I learned several techniques and tools that will be helpful for a lifetime. The professor was well-spoken, knowledgeable, and down to earth. She speaks "to" you , not "at" you which is a wonderful trait. Keep up the great work, and well done!!

By Claire A

Apr 29, 2020

Brilliant course. Felt very meaty and worthwhile and I actually learnt a lot of theory, as well as putting things into action to help me increase my happiness and well-being. I'm already noticing an effect and it's encouraged me to try other online courses as I have enjoyed it so much.

By Jevonnah

Apr 4, 2020

Love the science backed research, and even more than that, love how it prompts us to take action throughout the entire course. Having a certificate at the end is a great touch too. Thank you! Online courses like these are important than ever during these challenging times in our world.

By Marco T

May 26, 2022

I started this course out of curiosity and, honestly, I didn't expect so much. The course Dr. Laurie Santos created truly changed my life for the better and I will be eternally grateful to her. My review? If you don't try to LIVE this course you are missing something incredibly good.

By Irene F

Jan 7, 2022

This course is full of practical strategies for increasing your happiness. It turns out that what makes you healthy makes you happy. Tracking yourself and your habits and thinking patterns is powerful and is not easy, but the course stresses that it's never over; to live is to strive.

By Albert-Nikola B

Oct 3, 2020

A very meaningful, helpful and worth-while course! Thanks to professor Santos! I would suggest it to everyone, regardless of their emotional, physical and whatever state... Don't underestimate your own happiness, you are the only responsible for your well-being, do something about it!