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About the Course

What are the determinants of a happy and fulfilling life? This is surely one of life’s biggest questions, and a question that has interested many of our ancestors. Buddha famously gave up his kingdom in search of happiness. Several Greek philosophers (from Aristotle to Epicurus and Plato to Socrates) had their own views on what it takes to be happy. And of course, we all have our own theories about happiness too. How valid are our theories? Until recently, if you wished for an answer to this question, you would've been forced to base it on discussions with spiritual leaders. Or, if you were lucky, you could've based it on late-night (and perhaps intoxicant-fueled) conversations with friends and family. Happily, all that has changed now. Over the past decade-and-a-half, scientists have gotten into the act big time. We now have a pretty good idea of what it takes to lead a happy and fulfilling life. This course, based on the award-winning class offered both at the Indian School of Business and at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin, developed by Prof. Raj Raghunathan (aka "Dr. Happy-smarts") draws content from a variety of fields, including psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral decision theory to offer a tested and practical recipe for leading a life of happiness and fulfillment. Although not mandatory, reading Prof. Raj's forthcoming book, titled If you're so smart, why aren't you happy? can help you review and assimilate the material covered in this book at your leisure. For Coursera learners alone, the hardcover version of the book is available for a deep discount of 50%, plus shipping and handling. You can order the hardcover for 50% off by writing to Aaron at: Aaron@800ceoread.com. Please mention that you are a student of the "coursera happiness course" in your email. The course will feature guest appearances by several well-known thought leaders, including: - Dan Ariely (author of Predictably Irrational and, soon to be released, Irrationally Yours), - Ed Diener (“Dr. Happiness”), - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (author of Flow), By taking this course, you will discover the answers to questions such as: - Why aren’t the smart-and-the-successful as happy as they could—or should—be - What are the “7 Deadly Happiness Sins” that even the smart and the successful commit?, and - What are the “7 Habits of the Highly Happy” and how can you implement them in your life? By the end of the course, I expect students who have been diligent with the lectures and exercises to not just gain a deeper understanding of the science of happiness, but to also be significantly happier....

Top reviews

CR

Apr 23, 2018

Excellent course, Professor Raj is great. I found it very helpful to see what types of personality traits I have that may contribute to my happiness level and possible approaches to dealing with them.

AG

May 23, 2021

This course is a joy! I cannot recommend it highly enough. Practical advice based on long-term research, interviews with worldwide experts on the topics discussed, and a fabulous professor. So great!

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By Cora R

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Oct 9, 2015

Really loving this course, lots of new information to apply to my life and work.

By panindra T

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Oct 6, 2015

This is an awesome course! Must take for any individual. I thoroughly enjoyed it

By Elisa V

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Apr 25, 2023

Muy bueno e interesante el curso y el profesor estupendo.Gracias, aprendi mucho

By Narottam T

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Jan 21, 2017

Excellent course. Professor Raj has explained things in a very simple and power

By Birgul K

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Nov 25, 2016

I believe taking this course will improve my ability to being a happier person.

By Aihara K

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Aug 23, 2016

Very meaningful..Guiding us to live a happy and fulfill life!!!!

Thanks,Dr. Raj.

By Tolganay K

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May 16, 2016

The course is amazingly descriptive and helpful. And the instructors are great!

By John H

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Feb 25, 2016

I can't think of a better topic. Give it a chance. I certainly learned a lot.

By Fabiola R

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Sep 27, 2015

Es excelente este curso, la información esta muy bien sustentada y es muy útil!

By Neha B

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May 30, 2021

it was an awesome course so much to learn from it i really enjoyed this course

By Venkata L V P M

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Oct 27, 2020

The course have giveaways for a life time. Thank you very much Dr. Rajagopal.

By Schirle N

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Jan 2, 2020

Esse curso faz mudar vidas! As nossas e a dos outros, com certeza para melhor!

By A. E H

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Jan 3, 2018

Excellent Course. I recommend it 100%.

Un curso excelente. Lo recomiendo 100%.

By Гуреева В А

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Sep 12, 2017

Я восторге. Спасибо создателям за столь наглядный курс. Счастье - это главное!

By Debra S

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May 12, 2017

EXCELENT COURSE, PROVIDES LIFECHANGING TOOLS TO CREATE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE.

By Anne-Laure F

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Jan 24, 2016

Excellent class ! The professor is dynamic and really interesting. Thank you !

By Steven M

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Dec 26, 2015

Very useful course, can learn a lot about happiness and also about yourself :)

By Michelle M

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Dec 23, 2015

I am so happy that I am taking this course!! I look forward to the lectures :)

By xingxing H

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Nov 18, 2015

I adore the professor! It teaches me a lot about how to have a wonderful life!

By Paulina T

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Nov 7, 2015

Amazing course! Totally helped me and i would recomend it! Thanks Raj and Team

By Claudia G

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Oct 13, 2015

EXCELENTE! MUY PRACTICO Y EFECTIVO... AHORA SOY MÁS CONSCIENTE DE MI FELICIDAD

By Belize C

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Sep 28, 2015

Its very enjoyable! I loved hearing about being happy and the resources to it.

By Silvia S M

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Sep 3, 2015

I love this course. Very interesting, full of practical and useful content. 5*

By PRIYANKA S

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Jul 3, 2021

This course is good for me. I think I learnt various things from this course.

By artur

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Apr 29, 2021

Very good course to learn about happiness and misconceptions of our believes.