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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

DM

Jan 8, 2021

This course has the power enough to change the course of your life. It can be a journey from misery to well being, if you follow the instructions given in this program. A must must must attend course.

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.

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By Ijanla H

Jun 29, 2020

This course made a noticeable impact in my life. It helped me to become a happier person. I recommend this course to anyone seeking to improve their quality of life.

By Ganna L

Jun 21, 2020

I recommend course to everybody, it really helps to improve quality of life! THere are alot of usefull references if somebody would like to dive deeper in the topic.

By Christy S

Jun 14, 2020

I highly recommend taking this class.

Simple changes to the way we think or to our daily routine really do make a difference in our happiness. Thank you Dr. Santos!!

By Susan H

Jun 11, 2020

Thank you so much for this course! I learned that the things that we think will make us happy really don’t. I now have the tools, and information for true happiness.

By Shilpy S

Jun 7, 2020

I am grateful to be a learner for this wonderfully outlined course, I am determined to use the learning into my routine life & lead a good life according to science.

By Deja M (

Jun 2, 2020

I recommend any and everyone to do this course. It helped jumpstart so many things internally and I'm so grateful for the knowledge I learned from it. Thank you!!!

By Pierre F

Jun 1, 2020

I would like to thank you for opening up this course to a wider audience and giving me the opportunity to take part. This course is life changing. Thank so, so much.

By Deleted A

May 12, 2020

Taking this course was an awesome experience! It´s engaging and the professor really motivates you. I love how it is divided in two parts, the theory and the action.

By Gyra M

Apr 18, 2020

Told in friendly, encouraging language, broken down into very manageable pieces, provides resources and tips I can make use of for life! Thank you Dr. Laurie Santos!

By Hassell G Q

Jan 11, 2020

Este curso es maravillioso! Me hizo explorar otras muchas áreas que tenía descuidadas. La profesora Laurie Santos es genial. Gracias Coursera por ofrecer este curso!

By Laïla K C

Sep 19, 2019

I enjoyed and learned so much this course! It has helped me a lot and I can feel a real change in me. And also I feel I can help others with all the tools I have now

By YA-HUI Y

Oct 23, 2018

Professor Laurie provides very simple and powerful tools and tips for us to understand more about well-being. And I am significantly happier after the class. Thanks!

By Michael T

Jun 12, 2018

A fun and engaging course. I shared the knowledge I learned in my work and found it was eye opening not only to myself but others with whom I shared the information.

By Eliana B

Apr 12, 2022

Excellent course with excellent teacher!!!

I loved the classes, the videos and the lecture tips!!!

Congratulations, Professor Laurie Santos!

And gratitude to all!!!!

By Miguela F

Oct 13, 2021

I toke the course for me but also to learn how can I help my students. I loved the course and it really work. We feel really engage with the Laurie. She is amazing.

By LC

Apr 5, 2021

Very enjoyable. Professor Santos made each lecture so interesting. I very much appreciate the effort she put into sharing her knowledge with so many. Thank you!!

By Danielle M

Mar 21, 2021

If you're looking to up your wellbeing more generally, get involved. Especially helpful out in the world right now. Laurie Santos who leads the course is great too.

By linm 5

Jan 17, 2021

I have provided the course review in the end of the class assessment. It is a great class. I hope more students and younger students can benefit from this as well.

By Ann-Cécile B

Dec 29, 2020

This is a really well-constructed course that can have a lasting impact on one's well-being by teaching what is really effective in making us healthier and happier.

By Jigisha Z

Nov 30, 2020

This course is exceptionally well-designed and based on practical application. The lectures are well- conducted and the content is supported by a lot of researches.

By Pranav P

Sep 19, 2020

It's wonderful course to lead life with correct goals, be happy and peaceful and have more gratitude and respect for others in life that actually makes one happier.

By grace

Sep 9, 2020

An excellent course. The materials are not very difficult, and very friendly to everyone. The time required for completing the course is perfect. I like this course

By Leanora S

Aug 24, 2020

When I completed this course and my month of rewirements, I was much happier and contented with my life. My PERMA and general happiness score went up by two points!

By Dominik S

Aug 11, 2020

I great course that will help you understand some of the science behind happiness and will actively work with you on building better habits for a more content life.

By German E D R

Aug 10, 2020

Laurie Santos is the best! Good thing to provide all the science behind what makes us happy, but even better to practice with the Rewirements exercises!! Thank you!