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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 Vanessa N N M

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Oct 5, 2023

A great course, everyone should take it.

By Наталія Р

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Oct 9, 2021

Amazing course that can change your life

By Liz A

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Dec 21, 2020

Brilliant! Mind blowing. Revolutionary.

By Heather J

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Apr 26, 2019

Love this course Positive and practical!

By Neferu N

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Apr 26, 2018

excelente curso para desarrollo personal

By Priscila S

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Oct 20, 2017

Great course, very complete and didatic.

By Alberto R

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May 31, 2017

El mejor curso que he tomado en mi vida!

By Sreenivasulu R P

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Aug 30, 2016

the best course I have ever gone through

By George L

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Aug 17, 2016

A course that really makes you feel good

By Yuxin X

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May 5, 2016

super awesome class! strongly recommend!

By Nikolaos

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Sep 2, 2015

The best course on coursera ever made!!!

By yatheeswar m

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Aug 15, 2015

Wonderful course and learnt a lot. thanx

By Leonardo J C

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May 3, 2019

Excellent option for changing our mind!

By Vinod P

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Mar 28, 2019

Loved every bit of this virtual course.

By Yasna R A

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Jul 30, 2017

this course completely changed my life!

By MARGARITA R G

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Jan 3, 2017

I loved it. Congratulations Prof. Raj!!

By Daniel T

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Nov 6, 2016

The author put passion into this cours!

By maxdml

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Oct 23, 2016

Top notch course. Thanks Dr HappySmart.

By Logan E

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Apr 25, 2016

Awesome. Would thoroughly recommend it.

By Indu N

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Sep 3, 2015

Excellent! Prof. Raj Raghunathan rocks!

By Jean-Luc B

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Sep 2, 2015

Great course. Very informative and fun.

By sarojini v

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Jul 31, 2022

A worth watching course and I loved it

By Anthony C E

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Sep 7, 2021

Great! Very informative and enriching.

By Benjamin L Y H

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May 27, 2020

Great lecturer and fantastic concepts!

By Madhusudan S B

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Apr 30, 2018

very informative , a life skill course