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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

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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.

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Aug 19, 2020

This is an outstanding course! I was able to change into a more positive and productive mindset as taught in this course. I highly recommend it to everyone regardless of your profession or background.

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By Chad T

Nov 26, 2020

Every teacher should take this course (especially this year as it's the most stressful many of us have ever faced).

By Ana M

Nov 6, 2020

Super high quality, great videos, interesting theories, no-nonsense content, practical tips... I really enjoyed it.

By Denise M R

Sep 23, 2020

I loved this course. It was very helpful in getting me to reflect on my life and how I can make the most out of it.

By Annette G

Sep 22, 2020

This course changed my life! Thanks to professor Santos and fellow students and good luck with your own well-being.

By Haddeel A

Sep 10, 2020

great course, learned a lot, very informative and makes you understand yourself and the things that makes you happy

By Edwin Z T

Aug 25, 2020

It helps renew my love for life, creates the awareness that life has meaning and well-being is the essence of life.

By Sara B

Aug 7, 2020

I learned a lot of things about our happiness and different things to do to make us feel more content in our lives.

By Ana W

Aug 4, 2020

I really liked the course, it gave me a lot of new insights in happiness and I really liked the new study material.

By Olga P

Jul 29, 2020

Great evidence-based information that anyone can choose to apply to their own lives. Highly recommend this course!!

By Dudy M

Jul 22, 2020

I truly appreciate all of the time, energy and people involved in putting this course together. Forever grateful :)

By Martin B

Jul 19, 2020

This course was truly worth taking. What a wonderful learning experience. I very much appreciated this opportunity.

By Junko M

Jul 14, 2020

I fully enjoyed The Science of Well-Being course. Thank you, Dr. Santos for friendly and very informative lectures.

By Katherine W

Jul 4, 2020

This has been a fantastic experience, I’ve learnt so much and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Laurie is fabulous!

By Michelle H

Jun 22, 2020

Got so much out of this wonderful course. And it couldn't have come at a better time. Thank you Professor Santos!

By Dolly L

Jun 18, 2020

Really nice professor, very good videos. I enjoyed and learned some really good interesting things about happiness.

By Jeff C

Jun 17, 2020

This is worthwhile and actually helps to increase your overall happiness. You will learn a lot and it's...free!!!!!

By Alexia J

Jun 8, 2020

Thanks so much for this course is there anyway to keep staying involved as i love these courses as they inspire me!

By Sandra M

Jun 8, 2020

OUTSTANDING! Laurie Santos is an engaging professor who provides so much information. I really enjoyed this course.

By May B

Jun 6, 2020

I enjoyed taking this course very much. The materials are well presented and practical. Thank you Professor Santos.

By Valeria Z

Jun 5, 2020

Amazing course! I would suggest it to everyone. I started with anxiety issues and now I feel fully renewed! Thanks.

By Susan

Jun 3, 2020

Excellent course! Laurie Santos was an excellent instructor. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the world :)

By Carrie Y

May 30, 2020

This course was phenomenal. I recommend it for everyone from Junior High students to retirees. It's life changing.

By Mennatullah M M A

May 19, 2020

I highly recommend this course for all people as it really changed my life and affected me positively in many ways.

By Maria C R

May 16, 2020

Everyone should take this course!

Thank you Laurie for teaching us the most important thing in life... to be happy!

By Catherine R

May 13, 2020

This was a life changing course for me. Instructor presented information in an interesting way. Well worth my time!