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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

EN

May 30, 2019

I absolutely enjoyed and learned a lot about happiness from this course. I will definitely recommend it to my peers, as it gets me to the core from my misconceptions to developing the right practices.

MR

Apr 3, 2021

Fabulous course. I learned a lot of does and doesn't make us happy, and learned valuable tools for introducing and integrating new habits into my life that will definitely contribute to my well-being.

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By Kayla G

Jun 7, 2020

Fantastic instructor, data and lectures. I recommend this class to everyone in my life - it has helped me tremendously!

By Lama Q

Jun 7, 2020

Loved it!!!

The amazing thing is that you can go as deep as you like into the topic and tailor it towards your own life.

By Amanda

Jun 3, 2020

Highly recommend! It is well put together, engaging and very practical for everyone to know about these happiness gems!

By Lin Y X

May 31, 2020

It is a great learning journey! Thanks for the encouragement and the course is great life skill. Everyone should do it!

By David E D T

May 27, 2020

I am extremely thankful for having the chance to take this course, it really has made a big positive impact on my life.

By Christa W

May 25, 2020

Absolutely amazing that this course if free of charge and available to all who want to learn and to expand their minds.

By Dana W

May 17, 2020

What an amazing way to pass time during this pandemic. I enjoyed every class, lecture, and activity! Thank you so much!

By Elisa L

May 2, 2020

Beautiful course, that helps you understand what is really important in life and how to be happier with simple changes.

By Sarah B

Apr 27, 2020

Great course! It definitely added value to my life and now I have tools in my tool belt to help me live a happier life.

By Annika

Oct 30, 2019

I liked it a lot. It opened my eyes to what really matters and it suggested strategies to improve my happiness. Thanks!

By Julie W

Apr 26, 2018

Amazing course. Fascinating and communicated in an engaging manner. This course will change the way you think and feel!

By チャンネルホルオモン

Dec 3, 2024

ただただおもしろかった。大学時代に取っていた授業とは全く方向性は違ったが、要するに結論、我々は最終的に幸福になれるのか?という点を追求しているのが非常におもしろかった。日本の大学ではあり得ない方向性だと思った。また違う講義を履修したい。

By John C V

May 17, 2024

This was an excellent course with well-defined outcomes and an instructor that is well versed in the topic, Great job!

By rangu a

Mar 11, 2023

This course really helped me a lot , i am glad with Laurie Santosh mam and team the people involved in this project .

By Carole S B

Dec 4, 2022

Such a great course! I'm 69 years old, and learned new things. Wish I could have taken a similar class 50 years ago!

By Sara P

Dec 3, 2022

Very interesting course. The lectures are engaging and I think that anybody can learn a thing or two about themselves.

By Anil K K C

Nov 20, 2022

It has helped me to identify the various rewirement challenges described in detail during the course, well crafted one

By Michael K

Aug 9, 2022

Recommend this for everyone! Really helped me getting a different perspective on some big topics of life.

Thank you :)

By Agata S

Jan 18, 2022

One of the best courses based on positive psychology teachings I have attended!

Thank you for this awesome opportunity.

By James H

Dec 13, 2021

Instructor seems lovely and the information taught in the course should be learned by everyone. Can't recommend enough

By William A

Dec 8, 2021

Provides all the tools for lifelong well-being (happiness :)) in one place. Should be mandatory for everyone on Earth.

By Janvier R

Sep 2, 2021

This is course has lasting positive impact. The rewiring is a lifechanging opportunity at different levels of my life.

By Joelle P

Apr 11, 2021

Excellent course I have learned so much about what can truly make me happy and it is not what everyone usually thinks.

By Paula T

Mar 31, 2021

Everyone should take this course, it has great life lessons and helps you refocus the important little things in life.

By A M

Mar 18, 2021

I still think money can buy happiness, but now i know, money can buy you time - which allows you to pursue happiness..