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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 Claudia S

Jul 23, 2020

This class has actually helped me be happier. It's definitely worth taking, even more with everything we are experiencing due to the pandemic.

By Suzanne B

Jul 20, 2020

Great course, highly recommended! Very compelling research and professor Santos does a fantastic job presenting it and keeping us all engaged!

By MihirChandra

Jul 18, 2020

Wonderful session-- My gratitude to the trainer to savour with satisfaction-- one more learner learnt positivity of life. Thank you from soul.

By Lina T

Jul 5, 2020

This course helped me to realize that Social Connection is important for a personal well-being and one's productive private and business life.

By Samantha J

Jul 3, 2020

Really insightful and informative course. I loved it and will continue to practice what i have learnt beyond completing the course, thank you!

By Tatiana S

Jun 30, 2020

I strongly believe that this kind of courses should be in high school all over the world. Thank you so much for making lives of people better!

By Kevin R

Jun 29, 2020

A very nice introduction into positive psychology/well-being research. I liked the combination of academic material and practical application,

By Mendy G

Jun 28, 2020

Not just great information, but also how-to put it to use and also making yourself accountable for using what we’ve learned. Loved the course!

By Penny P

Jun 20, 2020

I really enjoyed taking this course and really do feel happier and better than I did when I started! Everyone can benefit from this course!!!!

By Haley A

Jun 19, 2020

Simple, informative, thoughtful... it was a great course to learn the facts and learn how to increase your own well-being! Highly recommended.

By Hannah

Jun 15, 2020

Really enjoyed this course and it was perfect timing for working on my own happiness in lockdown. Thank you for making this available for free

By Susan V

Jun 2, 2020

Thank you so much for doing this class. It has helped me so much. I'm grateful for all the tools you gave me to stay in a better mental state.

By Jessica B

Jun 2, 2020

Wow who ever thought I would completely change my life in 10 weeks. I'm soooo much happier and content with my life. Thanks Dr. Laurie Santos.

By Serena S

May 28, 2020

I really enjoyed taking this course. The professor was really engaging and thoughtful with the material. I learned a lot about true happiness.

By Ida A

May 27, 2020

This was an awesome course. I was able to retrospect and realize that I am much happier than I thought.

Thank YOU, Dr. Santos for your course.

By Stella S

May 25, 2020

The content is clear and I like that it is backed by science. It has really helped me increase my happiness. Thank you for helping us improve.

By Ng L J

May 21, 2020

I recommend you to take this course! A worth investment of your time and money to redefine your perspective about what is true happiness. :)

By Kristin O

Jan 10, 2020

Definitely gave me information and tools and encouraged practicing new skills to improve happiness and overall life. I would highly recommend!

By TIK o

Oct 19, 2019

Big thanks to my instructor, coursera and yale university for giving me such a beautiful and blessed opportunity to be well-being.

thanks again

By Vinna K

Jul 10, 2018

Loved this course! Not only did it have a positive impact in my life as well as those around me, but also became a tool for me to help others.

By Juliano V L

Aug 22, 2024

Ele alcança a maestria de ser um curso que embutido em cada conhecimento está a oportunidade de intercalação entre a teoria e a prática real.

By Luciana P T

Dec 13, 2023

This course is very helpful. I've recommended to many friends and family. After completing it my overall well-being has definitely improved.

By Ivanna P

Aug 7, 2022

The best I had here but was really dissapointed that to get the certificate I must pay 49 dollars....It wasn't said in the course info though

By Nathali S m

Jul 9, 2022

¡Un gran curso! Realmente cambio mi percepcion de felicidad y bienestar, y si aplicas lo aprendido logras mejorar en muchas areas de tu vida.

By Tonya S

Jul 2, 2022

Incredible resource taught by a wonderful Professor! If you're looking to stretch and grow into your best self, this course won't disappoint.