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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

RK

Jun 26, 2023

Great content! Well paced. Videos and readings are helpful. The class concludes with a 4 week challenge designed to make a lasting impact, which I found very insightful. I highly recommend this class.

GK

Jun 2, 2019

I have taken a dozen courses online. This is the most challenging and fulfilling course I have taken so far. And I believe that the course shall be beneficial to all people in different walks of life.

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By Jessica M

May 30, 2020

Full of great, informative science that anyone can put into practice everyday to increase quality of life

By Forest Q

May 26, 2020

It's an excellent course and also my first course at Coursera, I will continue to learn at this platform.

By Aw Z Y

May 20, 2020

This course is very beneficial for everyone to learn and practice ways to improve one's happiness levels.

By Mary P B

May 12, 2020

This was a wonderful course, engaging professor, thoughtful presentations in an easily accessible format.

By Fylla F

May 4, 2020

In times with mental health and performance culture, I believe this course should be mandatory education.

By Norbazrina Y

May 1, 2020

Thank you for putting in the science in being happy. People forget being happy requires intentional work.

By Kateřina Z

Apr 28, 2020

Extremely helpful with huge scientific background and hands on use for everyday life. Love it. Thank you!

By Caglar S

Apr 8, 2020

in this difficult period (because of CoronaVirus) you believe you have benefited me a lot. Thanks a lot.

By LUZ M D A D A

Jan 21, 2020

Excelente curso, con información respaldada con estudios y encuestas, claro, enriquecedor y gratificante.

By Raksha G

Jul 3, 2019

Loved the course content and the instructor was amazing. Learnt so much over the last 9 weeks. Thank you!

By Isidro H

Dec 14, 2018

Very interesting. A scientific aproach to well-being... but remember: knowing is nothing with no doing ;)

By Joanna P

Nov 12, 2018

Really important information and techniques so that you can have a happier, more content and joyful life.

By Claudia B

May 14, 2018

I am so happy to have this opportunity to receive this content. Thanks a lot for share this knowledgment.

By Grant M

Sep 19, 2023

Great course instructor - a good blend of low and highbrow (more detailed academic/scientific) material.

By Bbiie P •

May 26, 2023

This course is so standardizable. Learners without concentration might not pass the assessment and quiz.

By Seowoong C

Jan 24, 2023

This has helped me a lot through life and I am very happy that I have decided to watch all the lectures!

By Eric H

Sep 18, 2022

Learned the knowledge, skills and disciplines to be a happier person and spread joy to those around me!

By Trinh L

Oct 4, 2021

this course blowed my mind because what the professor said are right and they are really helpful to me.

By Sissel B

Aug 17, 2021

Loved the classes from the beginning to the end. Well made, and so helpful and informative. Thank you!

By Alisa M

Jul 10, 2021

It was incredible! Thank you for brilliant lovely journey to my inner world! Thank you for the results!

By Sabita K

May 5, 2021

Everyone should take this course, it's an eye opening experience. Thank you Prof, Santos! Amazing class!

By Erin S

Apr 10, 2021

This is a very enlighting course that gives you so many helpful tools to achieve a deep meaningful life.

By Eleonora G

Mar 7, 2021

A beautiful and open-minding course for who is looking for a new and more open vision of our daily life.

By Carina V

Nov 21, 2020

It was a very good course. I really enjoyed it and will benefit from it. Thank you for this opportunity!