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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

LK

Sep 21, 2020

I found the course content to be interesting and very well organized. I often find myself thinking about the ideas presented and how to apply them to my daily life. Dr.Laurie Santos did a great job!

IC

Aug 11, 2021

Absolutely amazing course with a large dose of science and practical exercises. The instructor is very knowledgeable. It was a pleasure for me to attend the course and listen to Laurie every week. :)

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By Gosia S

Aug 22, 2019

A very educational course, I have learnt a lot and am going to use some of the techniques discussed in the course. Highly recommended

By Ellen R

Apr 29, 2019

A wonderful course everyone should take! This course really put me on track for a better, more fulfilled and happier life. Thank you!

By salvador g

Apr 28, 2022

The concepts are very clear and the backup data is also well reviewed. The teacher does a very good job answering student questions.

By Alla H

Apr 4, 2022

Thank you so much Dr. Laurie, I appreciate a gem like this at a time that is hard on all of us but filled with blessings like this.

By winnie I

Sep 16, 2021

Great to learn something useful and beneficial to our whole life.

Thank you Lauire. Love to join your new courses whenever there are.

By David V

Aug 23, 2021

I loved doing this course & think that anyone and everyone should do it to get an objective perspective on happiness and well-being.

By Debra A H

Apr 19, 2021

Got a lot out of this course, and appreciated the structure and timing - being able to work at my own pace over 10 weeks. Thank you!

By Jo B

Apr 9, 2021

Every human being should take this class! It is amazing at separating what really makes us happy as opposed to temporary happiness!

By Muhammad H S B S

Mar 30, 2021

Great course. Awesome learning outcomes and easy to follow yet can make a real impact on your daily life and understanding yourself.

By shona f

Feb 25, 2021

This was a really useful course that has encouraged me to make small but very meaningful changes to my life. I'd highly recommend it

By Beth S

Jan 3, 2021

An excellent design and thoughtful guide on how to improve your well-being. Intentional practice opportunities are also so valuable.

By Laura L

Nov 2, 2020

absolutely fantastic! learned a lot about myself and happiness in general. Laurie is amazing, such a sweet heart. Thank you so much!

By Sally D

Oct 13, 2020

I really like the personal assignments to make me use my inner self to help me grow. All the while subconsciously completing a task.

By Eva L R

Sep 21, 2020

So glad I found this course even though it took a whole lot of WOOP method of trial and fail to finally finishing in times of COVID.

By Rachan S

Aug 31, 2020

Excellent course. The tips and rewirements that I learnt in the course should hopefully help me lead a happier more meaningful life!

By Amy S

Aug 12, 2020

This was a great course and gave me tools to use on a daily basis that allowed me to have a positive impact on my overall happiness.

By MILDRED B R

Aug 6, 2020

I'm so glad that I enrolled in this course because I learned a lot. Thank you so much. Because of this, I feel so great with myself.

By Shona D

Jul 15, 2020

I love how inclusive this course is, how it helps in improving our personalities just by setting our goals and mentalities straight.

By Clara A

Jul 11, 2020

Excellent course, very practical. The information is given in a fun and simple way and the practice makes the difference in my life.

By Juliana E P

Jul 6, 2020

Excellent course, I learned a lot of tips and gained a lot of knowledge about a topic so valuable that it is to live well and happy.

By Shalini J

Jul 4, 2020

This course has a good mix of academic content and practical exercises to synthesize learning. I found it interesting and effective.

By BIKRAMJIT K

Jul 2, 2020

Thanks this course help to clear my mind, about what is important in life and what is not along with strategies towards a happy life

By Andreas J

Jun 29, 2020

This has been a truly wonderful and insightful course - exactly what I needed during a weird, pandemic-filled time. Excellent stuff.

By Zhansaya

Jun 26, 2020

Amazing course, amazing professor. Like literally I was so amazed by everything she taught along the course. Definitely recommend it