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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....

Top reviews

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.

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 Rhian D

Oct 28, 2021

Really interesting to learn about the theory of what makes us happy, as well as, behaviour change and then practical tips to actually put it into practice. The assignments were a great way to embed the learning.

By Vernon O

Oct 31, 2020

Great course for the overall improvement of your life as a person. This is not going to help you improve your skills at work but it will definitely help you be more happy, positive, and stay away from depression.

By Ana P M

Jul 25, 2020

I am so grateful for all the learnings that I got with Prof Laurie and Yale University to offer this opportunity for free. I really enjoyed it and appreciate it. I am feeling so proud of my personal achievements.

By Jennifer T

Jun 2, 2020

This course is jam packed with a lot of cool science based facts. It'll help you learn how your mind works and if you are disciplined, you leave the course with a few additional "happiness" tools under your belt.

By Luis M

May 30, 2020

He realizado varios cursos sobre la ciencia de la felicidad y pensé que no habría mucho más que aprender, pero este curso me sorprendió muy gratamente al darme nuevos conocimientos y herramientas. Excelente curso

By Dan H

May 29, 2020

I really enjoyed how Professor Santos pointed out all the obstacles that prevent us from experiencing a more enduring, long-lasting happiness. I also appreciate the concrete strategies to increase our well-being.

By Gail H

May 26, 2020

Love love loved it . I appreciate myself, be more kind to others, am so much more thankful for my life and I still need to get my exercise in . I may just go back through the course because I enjoyed it so much.

By Denise C

May 20, 2020

This was a fantastic course. Articulate, knowledgeable, engaging presenter. Excellent review of relevant scientific materials. Practical applications. Fast paced and not a dull moment. I highly recommend it.

By Ron K

Apr 29, 2020

A topic and course that should be offered to High School and/or college students, maybe even eight grade. I took the course as a senior (in 70s) and found valuable, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis.

By Irfa A

Apr 21, 2020

this is the best course to learn about real happiness and the standards and thing which has positive effects on our well-being. it tells some simple rewirement challenges which help to reset our different habits.

By christi l

Mar 28, 2023

Believe it when you hear this is the most popular course at Yale. The professor is thoughtful, empathetic, and impactful. I have recommended this to my peers and friends and think everyone can benefit from it.

By Larry F

Jan 8, 2022

I love this course. Great job on presentation, variable teaching modalities, good assessment tools and all in an excellent accessible package. Kudos to Prof. Santos and her team on bringing the research to life.

By Kerry G

Apr 11, 2021

Not only is this course incredibly interesting, it had a direct impact on my well-being. I'm still growing my use of the strategies I've learned and am enjoying sharing with others so that they can also benefit.

By Carolina P

Jan 28, 2021

I like a lot this course, the methodoly used is very practical, clear and focus. I developmented abilities to recognize which aspects of my life give me a happy mood and well - being. Definitely I recommend you.

By Rob C

Oct 13, 2020

Excellent overview. Very well researched with lots of studies and support documentation. Instructor does an excellent job of presentation and the Q&A systems are well worth the time to gain additional insight.

By Michaela R

Jul 27, 2020

It was fun to learn more about well-being and happiness. The videos each week were great and easy to follow. What I liked the most, were the notes and links for each week (i.e. Ted Talks, pdfs, etc.). Thank you!

By Amy v L

Jul 21, 2020

i appreciated the engaging videos, the content and way it was explained so it was easy to understand and the detailed behaviours to implement in my daily life so the I can practice positive habits for well being

By Rachel K

Jul 16, 2020

Over 10 weeks my happiness scores increased. I was able to apply much of what was taught Definitely worth doing, interesting research and well-presented with a wealth of extra reading and references. Thank you.

By Charito D

Jul 11, 2020

I enjoyed this class so much, and it has been months now, I am still using the re-wire app, it works for me, as I like to measure, myself, as the saying goes, if you can measure, you can enhance it - thank you,

By Tjasa

Jun 29, 2020

The course is very informative. I generally love spychology and I learnt a lot of new information how the mind works. Like a vail was lifted on misconceptions, very eye-opening. Great job on building the course!

By Joana R A

Jun 22, 2020

I love it. It helped me validate the things that I'm doing are effective tools, and I discovered new things that can help me deal with my triggers and other things that contribute to my anxiety and stress level.

By Jill F

Jun 13, 2020

If you think you know everything about being happy - you are wrong. Laurie Santos has created an easy to use, engaging, and meaningful resource in this class experience. I would take class after class with her!

By Susie L

Jun 5, 2020

Wonderful, free course. It made me think about what really makes me happy and more content and how to apply those techniques to my life. I highly recommend this to people who are trying to improve their lives.

By Aliya Z

May 30, 2020

This was an amazing course that really helped me a lot. It improved my happiness and made me create some better habits that I will use in the future. It was engaging and I have grown so much since ten weeks ago.