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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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GK

Jun 2, 2019

I have taken a dozen courses online. This is the most challenging and fulfilling course I have taken so far. And I believe that the course shall be beneficial to all people in different walks of life.

LH

Aug 21, 2020

Great fun way of learning about personal thought processing, attitudes and well-being.

Very helpful course to get me to assess my life and how to make the changes I needed to improve my well-being.

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By Joanne A

Jan 24, 2021

This is a fantastic course for anyone to do anytime however, in the current climate it is perfectly suited to help people navigate through the challenges of life. Highly recommended to be able to get some strategies to achieve some happiness in each day.

By Zamae S

Jan 18, 2021

One of the best, if not the best course in Coursera. I am extremely grateful that this has been made available for everyone, especially during these challenging times. I hope it would help several people find happiness and well-being in their daily lives.

By Kenneth C

Oct 13, 2020

Great material! Explaining the science of happiness, showing the related studies and findings to support them then providing tools a person can use every day to make some changes, large and small to improve their overall happiness, set and achieve goals.

By Gloria M

Sep 15, 2020

I encourage everyone to take this course. There are so many interesting facts, overview of studies and tips on how to implement what I learned that more than a course, it was an unforgettable experience. Thank You... I am looking forward to more courses.

By Susan R B

Sep 8, 2020

so grateful to have the opportunity for personal growth and focus on well being during these uncertain times. I think there is nothing more important than being grateful and happy. This will help everyone champion over the adversities that come our way.

By Susan O

Aug 23, 2020

This was a great course that helped me understand that what I have always considered important for my happiness was actually not helping me feel happy at all. I encourage others to take this course and find out what they can do to improve their happiness.

By James R

Jul 19, 2020

Lovely course taught by Ms Laurie. She taught us and reminded us that sometimes the best way to feel better is to have goals that you can manage working towards, how sleep is important to our well being and lots more. Definitely worth tsaking this course.

By Jeff S

Jun 30, 2020

New to Coursera, New to online leaning. Found this class in a LinkedIn post and registered for it that day. I really enjoyed to robustness of the content and how well facilitated the entire experience was. Looking forward to enrolling in another class.

By Elissa K

Jun 22, 2020

A great course packed with ideas, research and valuable tools for making positive changes in happiness levels. I am a 46 year old mother and I am studying to be a life coach. These skills will be valuable to my personal and professional life! Thank you!

By Rebecca F

Jun 11, 2020

This is a great class. Professor Santos is very engaging and she presents the information so well!!

I looked forward to my “class time.” I am a retired kindergarten teacher who wanted something to do during the winter months in Michigan! It was perfect.

By Janice W R

Jun 7, 2020

Insightful and helpful. My overall feelings of well being have improved. Going forward I feel confident that I will practice my rewirement that I picked for the class. I also will practice gratitude daily, especially on the days when I feel a little down.

By Suzanne A

May 26, 2020

I can not be happier having taken this course. I have anxiety and the tools they gave me were wonderful! Aside from that...the instructor is so wonderful and easy to connect with even by computer! I would love one day to meet her in person to tell her.

By Daniel L

Jan 24, 2020

Great course design in terms of structure, materials, expertise of speaker. Exercises support application and reflection, thus the learning circle (knowledge, application, feedback, reflection) is almost complete which is great considering this is a MOOC.

By Denise L

Aug 3, 2019

I recommend this course for anyone who would like to enrich his/her life. It provides enlightening information about the concept of "happiness" and research based strategies to create a healthy mindset. I will be recommending it to all of my colleagues.

By Hellen O

Jan 9, 2019

This course has taught me to reevaluate my life. I am learning to enjoy my life and to be content where I am. I have also picked up techniques for making myself happy and I have understood what really helps to bring happiness and long lasting experiences

By Kezya F R C C

Oct 23, 2018

An excellent and provoking course. It'll push you out of your comfort zone. Packed with current scientific research and practical techniques to apply in your daily life long term.

I feel very privileged to have learned these skills so early on in my life.

By Shelly P

Mar 23, 2023

Great information on what really brings people happiness and how to pursue it. I like the various speakers, as wall as Professor Santos. There are really only 6 weeks of learning and then 4 weeks to practice what you learn. Highly recommend to anyone!

By Jana K

Jan 30, 2022

Really well-done course! Evidence-based, structured, entertaining, and what I find most important, with positive impact on my every-day life. I am looking forward to spreading the ideas further in my professional and private life. Thank you very much! ♥

By Ingrid M

Aug 7, 2021

This workshop helped me go back to what I have learned over the years but never used for myself. I used it to teach my consumer behavior seminars and my research but didn't make the link. Thank you for helping me make the link and rewire my happiness.

By Yogeswary a M

May 18, 2021

thank you for the wonderful learning and sharing. personally to Prof Laurie. I finally discovered some tips and tricks and proven methods of WOOP to increase my well being ! fantastic learning and so privileged to attend this course with YAle University!

By Manju W

Apr 2, 2021

I am happy to share that this course has shown me a straight path to meet my daily goals of exercise, social mixing, giving to others ,enjoying life and meditating. I have tried to club one with the other in my daily life . Thanks to the course director!

By Jana T

Nov 21, 2020

Thank you for the opportunity to study online at Yale, it was a pleasure to be Dr. Santos student. Great course, excellent instructor, friendly, and supporting classmates from all over the world, useful outcomes.

Greetings from the Czech Republic 🥰

Jana

By Ugn� G

Oct 20, 2020

This course has actually increased my happiness score from 5,7/10 to 8,1/10!

I recommend it to anyone who wants to become aware of the science behind happiness, and control their own wellbeing, rather than letting it be determined by the external factors

By Katia M

Sep 28, 2020

Loved it. Even when I was not sure about some topics or conclusions, I was excited to learn more and expand on them weekly to get a better sense of the big picture. Also learned so many valuable perspectives & skills to use for life. Thank you Dr Santos!

By Alekhya M

Aug 11, 2020

The course will help you understand your perspective on happiness and wellbeing, challenge it and find ways to induct the right kind of happiness in your life. It changed my perspective on a lot of things. Definitely one of the best courses i have taken.