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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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JR

Jun 15, 2020

Love this course! Best class I’ve taken. I teach Social Skills and there are so many things I can incorporate into my classes as well as tools I can use in my own life! - Thank You!

Jessica Rhoades

SS

Aug 21, 2020

Amazing course and amazing instructor. The environment and vibes throughout were positive and helped me feel much happier and understand much more about looking at life through different perspectives.

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By Sarah L

Dec 3, 2019

Wish I would have taken this my senior year in college, because I was so stressed about my exams and this course really puts everything into perspective! I highly recommend looking at all the research that goes into "making" yourself happy.

By Melissa M

Oct 18, 2019

Awesome! I have learned so much and really enjoyed the course. I particularly enjoyed learning about how sometimes our minds can lead us astray. And the rewirements were (and still are) a brilliant way of adjusting towards healthier habits.

By Michaela K

Sep 13, 2018

It was a very interesting topic and it became clear to me that we could pass to many superficical moments and not recognize, enjoiy and act a little. I would like to say thank you for this beautiful time. with kind regard. Michaela Kirsch

By Cynthia S

Apr 14, 2023

The course provided well-prepared lectures in which science was used to back up the ideas presented. Dr. Santos presented in a conversational style that was engaging and approachable. The pace was appropriate and the goals were achievable.

By jennifer f

Apr 10, 2022

A great course for anyone looking to create a new mindset for themselves and even those around you. Learn how to alter your behaviour to create a better environment for yourself and your happiness, productivity, relationships, and success.

By Tarek

Oct 12, 2021

Great course that helps change mindsets into even better ones. everyone naturally seeks happiness, but not everyone is able to strategize their life towards true happiness. This course is the way to go about strategizing a good well-being.

By Tasnim K N

Sep 22, 2021

The content, teaching style and practices instructed of this course is really good. This course enabled me doing educated guess about what would make me happy. Prof Laurie Santos gave a very interesting lens to look at life in this course.

By Jawaan

Aug 2, 2021

This was my first Coursera course and really got me excited to learn more. I walked away with a renewed focus and energy on well being.

Took some effort and thought, but was not overwhelming which is perfect with alot going on in my life.

By deborah r

Dec 20, 2020

It was just really great to do. Some of the things I knew (but like it suggests, didnt quite know how to put these skills/habits into practise. The course showed you how and also how to make/incorporate these skills/habits into your life

By Eloise S

Nov 8, 2020

Congratulations, Coursera, Yale University, and most especially to Dr. Laurie Santos for this course. The course is very timely especially during these times of pandemic. Thank you for your noble work. I will try my best to pay it forward.

By Gabriel M Z

Jun 30, 2020

Es un curso muy completo y profesional. Una gran herramienta para ajustar los pequeños engranajes de la personalidad con el fin de convertirnos en seres más felices, lo cual es ya decir mucho si consideramos el caos mundial en que vivimos.

By Clara L

Jun 24, 2020

I found this course really engaging and enjoyable. The professor and mentors were really kind and helpful, and you can see how much effort was put in. I learnt a lot of valuable life happiness skills that I will apply in future. Thank you.

By Quratulain C

Jun 12, 2020

Amazing! I would recommend this to anyone, but especially to those who struggle with finding happiness that cannot be found in tangible things. I would also recommend this to anyone who is struggling with or fighting their inner pessimist.

By Annie S

Jun 8, 2020

Really wonderful. Compelling, accessible lectures and truly beneficial to my feeling better in small ways daily. I'm grateful for this opportunity to learn how to enjoy life more. (It sounds kinda cheesy, but really, these practices work!)

By Mariamelia J

Jun 7, 2020

This course is excellent for anyone looking to improve their overall happiness and well being. Professor Santos does an amazing job at helping you become more mindful and intentional about small everyday things, such as sleep and exercise.

By Amanda T

May 31, 2020

Amazing course! Loved learning about the science of well-being, unhealthy wants, and healthy habits to live by to increase happiness. I took a happiness assessment before and after the course and saw improvement in my overall well-being.

By Courtney M

May 25, 2020

I loved this course! I enjoyed the videos and all the resources provided. The class is so great, I am highly considering going back to school online. The information was useful and refreshing and the assignments were enjoyable to complete.

By Michaela W

Apr 2, 2019

I'm grateful for this wonderful course. It combines knowledge about wellbeeing and positive psychogy with pratice. You get to know many different ways to improve your life and boost your happiness. One of the best time investments in life!

By Louise

Mar 13, 2022

I really enjoyed this course and am recommending it to everyone I think would be interested! I found it most useful to understands the concepts and 'why' behind so many things that I felt I naturally did, but without really knowing why...

By Korina J

Mar 20, 2021

A very good course from which I learned a lot. Professor Laurie Santos gives concrete research results and presents knowledge in a very accessible and clear way. I am very pleased that I could take part in this course. I highly recommend.

By Maria F R Z

Oct 26, 2020

A really good and very complete course, the justifications of the investigations, the summary of the results, the hypotheses and the development. It covers everything that is expected from a course, methodology and strategies for change.

By Denise Q

Sep 27, 2020

Laurie Santos and The Science of Well-Being is amazing. The "rewirements" and life lessons of real happiness can be learned in this course. I'm truly grateful for taking this course and I'm committed to using the lessons in my daily life.

By Sarah O

Sep 19, 2020

A very good and helpful course for self empowerment. It was very well taught by the professor. I liked her way of teaching and explaining all lectures. I hope it will be helpful for your mental growth, self learning and gaining knowledge.

By Sukrit T

Jun 19, 2020

This course is very eye-opening because it helps you understand more about how our mind work regarding things that make us happy. There are activities that help me to turn all those strategies into a habit. I highly recommend this course.

By Kathy J

Jun 15, 2020

This course will give you actionable advice on how to make your life more purposeful and ultimately be more happy. Will it happen overnight? No ... but you will understand your current happiness level and develop techniques to improve it.