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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 Jana K

Jan 30, 2022

Really well-done course! Evidence-based, structured, entertaining, and what I find most important, with positive impact on my every-day life. I am looking forward to spreading the ideas further in my professional and private life. Thank you very much! ♥

By Ingrid M

Aug 7, 2021

This workshop helped me go back to what I have learned over the years but never used for myself. I used it to teach my consumer behavior seminars and my research but didn't make the link. Thank you for helping me make the link and rewire my happiness.

By Yogeswary a M

May 18, 2021

thank you for the wonderful learning and sharing. personally to Prof Laurie. I finally discovered some tips and tricks and proven methods of WOOP to increase my well being ! fantastic learning and so privileged to attend this course with YAle University!

By Manju W

Apr 2, 2021

I am happy to share that this course has shown me a straight path to meet my daily goals of exercise, social mixing, giving to others ,enjoying life and meditating. I have tried to club one with the other in my daily life . Thanks to the course director!

By Jana T

Nov 21, 2020

Thank you for the opportunity to study online at Yale, it was a pleasure to be Dr. Santos student. Great course, excellent instructor, friendly, and supporting classmates from all over the world, useful outcomes.

Greetings from the Czech Republic 🥰

Jana

By Ugn� G

Oct 20, 2020

This course has actually increased my happiness score from 5,7/10 to 8,1/10!

I recommend it to anyone who wants to become aware of the science behind happiness, and control their own wellbeing, rather than letting it be determined by the external factors

By Katia M

Sep 28, 2020

Loved it. Even when I was not sure about some topics or conclusions, I was excited to learn more and expand on them weekly to get a better sense of the big picture. Also learned so many valuable perspectives & skills to use for life. Thank you Dr Santos!

By Alekhya M

Aug 11, 2020

The course will help you understand your perspective on happiness and wellbeing, challenge it and find ways to induct the right kind of happiness in your life. It changed my perspective on a lot of things. Definitely one of the best courses i have taken.

By A.

Jun 8, 2020

I have learned much about myself and human psyche. Plus, have adapted new positive habits towards living a fulfilling and joyous life. Thank you to Dr. Santos and Yale University for the gift of happiness and gratitude. Muchas Gracias. Much love to you.

By Andrew C

May 30, 2020

I have been raving about this course to anyone who will listen while doing it.

The science is well explained and the activities help you to apply the science and see for yourself how it works for you.

I will continue to recommend this course! Thank you :)

By Caitlin A S

May 27, 2020

Amazing course! The professor was outstanding. The content was so engaging. I learned so much about the Science of Well-Being. I wish I had this class when I was in college. Highly recommend taking this class. So much valuable information to use in life.

By Di W

Sep 6, 2019

Not only does it focus on comprehensive coverage on all technical skills or action item suggestions, but it also provides theory analysis, and there is a 4-week rewire challenge at the end to help you actually make some changes, make a move in your life.

By Wouter B

Aug 24, 2019

Great course on the science of well-being. clearly structured with lots of scientific data being presented. and very practical too: the last four weeks is about chosing a rewirement, making a habit out of it and reflecting on the progress. reccommended!

By Eileen O

Sep 2, 2018

Excellent course. It did increase my personal wellbeing. I really liked the lecturer and the way she delivered the course. The literature she referenced is very current and widely sourced. There is a bit of homework each week which I found enjoyable.

By MARIA I R D

Oct 17, 2021

I loved this course and am very grateful that I was able to take it. Laurie Santos is an excellent teacher, the course is quite well structured, with very complete content, and above all with teachings that are the basis for a happy and satisfying life.

By Ernestine Z

Mar 7, 2021

Amazing! I heard Dr.Santos from my professor Dr.Schachner at UCSD, she was working as an RA in Dr.Santos's lab back in college at Yale, and I googled and find this happiness class in Coursera...I will rewatch those lecture again, and take some notes :)

By Gina M A

Dec 29, 2020

Thank you for everything. I really enjoyed every minute. I have learned so much and really recommend it to everybody. Super interesting course with an awesome professor. So sad it is finished after 10 weeks but the impact will hopefully last forever!!!!

By Gem Y

Dec 6, 2020

What a great and insightful course! Everything is clear and direct to the point. The professor is very engaging, well-spoken, and very knowledgeable. The lessons are easy to follow, and the assigments are relevant to the topic. I recommend it to anyone.

By Joseph N

Nov 25, 2020

I absolutely loved this course and I think that I can say that with clear objectivity in that the course material was well organized, the lessons were all relevant, and the perspectives offered were broad enough to cover what bases needed to be covered.

By Davilene K _ S - G

Sep 30, 2020

I enjoyed the course because it helped me understand so many misconceptions about being happy and satisfied with YOUR life and not comparing it to someone else's life. Always find ways to be grateful for what you do have have instead of what is missing.

By Andrea V

Aug 5, 2020

Choosing to take this course during this tough time was one of the best decisions I've made. If I wasn't practicing gratitude and mindfulness my stress levels would have skyrocketed. I'm very appreciative of this course. The insight gained is priceless.

By Florentina A B

Jul 2, 2020

Amazing course, and loved every lecture, reading material and video. Definitely one of the best courses I ever took. I feel like doing it again, because listening to Laurie and her students just helps you remember good habits for an improved well being.

By Dina A

Jun 29, 2020

I could not recommend this course more. Even as a young teenager, I have learned so much about myself and how to make healthy habits that benefit myself. Everyone from pre-teens to elders should check out this course; there is always something to learn.

By Andrea H

Jun 1, 2020

The course was interesting, I got a lot of great ideas for better well being, I will use them in the future. I loved the teacher easy to understand, honest and she seemed very friendly. I really enjoyed this class. I would take more courses she teaches.