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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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DH

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presenter is very good .

i love her.

the content which i learned here in this course is actually intuitive and i have heard and read from different sources , but here its different.

thank you

NN

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This course was really interesting! I loved it. The teacher was amazing and very engaging. And it was my first time doing peer-graded assignments, i was scared but i did it and i'm so proud of myself.

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By Susan V

Jun 24, 2020

Professor Laurie Santos was professional, knowledgeable, easy-going and fun.

I really enjoyed this course, especially during this pandemic. Thank you.

By Tammy G

Jun 22, 2020

Delightful course with beneficial results. I loved the data and the time given to incorporate what you learn. I recommend this for the young and old!

By Kerry-ann T

Jun 21, 2020

Really engaging and helpful course, enjoyed every week and I really look forward to using the skills that I learnt in my life to improve my wellbeing.

By Ana E R

Jun 17, 2020

Hermoso curso!! aprendí realmente a conectarme conmigo misma y con los demás. Y sentirme realmente más feliz y satisfecha con mi vida. Muchas gracias!

By Blandine F

Jun 7, 2020

Loved this class. I strongly recommend to anyone who wants to learn on how to improve your well-being. I especially liked the non-judgmental approach.

By Kelly M

May 31, 2020

I genuinely feel happier and know so many people who would benefit from this course. I can't speak highly enough of this course and Dr. Laurie Santos.

By MARINA P

May 30, 2020

LOVED IT !

EVEN THOUGH I ALREADY PRACTICE MOST OF WHAT LAURIE TAUGHT IN THE COURSE IT WAS VERY INTERESTING LISTENING TO HER AND BEING CONSCIOUS OF IT.

By isoc t

May 30, 2020

you see what you didn't saw. You start feeling better, and you start doing things you postponed or never even tried. I strongly recommend this course.

By kofi S

May 30, 2020

Loved learning about the science of well being, while actively utilizing the rewirements to create new habits, which have positively impacted my life.

By Katrina M

May 13, 2020

This course made me really be intentional with my thoughts and actions. I am more aware of what really makes me happy and it's not "things or stuff".

By Joshua B

May 7, 2020

Loved it! Amazing professor. Right up there with some of my favorites at Stanford. I'd definitely take more of her classes. Thank you Prof Santos!

By Paige D

Apr 20, 2020

This course gave me a lot of insight into how our mind works and practices yo strengthen our mental and emotional wellbeing. I'm so glad I enrolled!!

By Jose A P

Mar 15, 2020

Straight to the point, this course is not only about what you learn but also about your practice. And if you do practice, prepare yourself for change.

By Mario F

May 7, 2024

Professor Laurie Santos was great, I really liked this course. I have learned a lot about my own self on the past three weeks. Thank you Professor!

By Daniela M

Dec 13, 2022

Um curso incrível, um despertar para o que é de facto importante e significativo nas nossas vidas e que impacta na nossa felicidade. Muitos parabéns!

By Katrin A

Sep 15, 2021

Schade, dass der Kurs schon vorbei ist... Ganz vielen Dank für die vielen Impulse und das Wissen, das sehr informativ und unterhaltsam gelehrt wurde!

By Dr.Kranti Z

Sep 15, 2021

This is a great course! I was able to change into a more positive and productive mindset as taught in this course. I highly recommend it to everyone.

By Hebe O P

Jul 22, 2021

This class was the tool I need to make my life mean something. I'm working everyday on my well being I'm grateful for this course and the professor.

By Maria F M

Jul 14, 2021

Fantastic! I Wish everyone could do this course as a simple tool to reset priorities in daily life and learn small steps to positivity and wellbeing!

By Darin M

Dec 6, 2020

Truly enjoyed this course. The 10 weeks allowed the time to focus and implement change into my daily routine. Would definitely recommend this course!

By David H

Oct 14, 2020

Loved this course. So timely during the pandemic. It has equipped me with tools and a mindset that I know will help me through this time and beyond.

By Nadia N

Oct 11, 2020

This course changed my life and the way I see a lot of things. The teacher was awesome, and I got so much material to study. I will miss that course.

By Yvette T

Sep 29, 2020

This course was much more thorough than I expected. It was also more interactive than I expected. And it was much deeper than just positive thinking.

By Manuela G C

Aug 25, 2020

Taking this course was the best decision I made in my entire life. Thank you so much, I learned a lot and I'm applying those things in my daily life.