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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 Holly M

Jul 30, 2020

Really enjoyed learning the science behind making yourself happier, enjoyed putting them into practice and seeing the effects :)

By Giulia B

Jul 26, 2020

Very interesting course! What I find super useful are practical examples and constantly revising previous lectures and concepts.

By zefu s

Jul 23, 2020

Take the course and the rewirement challenge , it really help to improve my happiness level. The important thing is to practice.

By Elayna C

Jul 12, 2020

Great class, with an engaging professor. Gives you the tools you need to manage and increase your happiness. Highly recommended.

By Katja M

Jul 2, 2020

Great course with a lot things to implement in your daily life. Your daily life is really affected by this course in a good way!

By Timo E

Jul 1, 2020

Fantastic insights into how our minds work and great weekly exercises to change our habbits and improve our happiness over time!

By Laura M

Jun 14, 2020

This was a super experience! I've learned so much about myself and about the science of well-being. I can recommend this course!

By GLADYS R

Jun 11, 2020

Great course! Definitely a new perspective on happiness. The class was very direct and easy to follow. Rewirements were awesome!

By Elise S

Jun 10, 2020

Excellent platform to continue learning in a stress-free way. The course and the lectures are easy to follow and very effective.

By Lisa S

Jun 8, 2020

The Science of Well-Being was a great class! Professor was very engaging and shared methods that could be used in everyday life!

By Amber K

May 31, 2020

Covid 19 was heck on a lot of people. This really helped me focus through it and make myself and my kids lives better. Thank you

By Maude-Sarah M

May 28, 2020

Loved it! Very interesting if you love psychology and wellness. Great tools to build a better life and very interesting teacher.

By Karen K

Nov 3, 2019

Excellent!!! I've told several friends and relatives about the course. It was a lot of work at first, but well worth the effort.

By Charles P

Oct 29, 2019

This is an excellent course for anyone who wants to be happier. It truly works! It is based on science and a lot of good advice.

By Leah M

Oct 16, 2019

Helps a lot! Recommend it! helps one increase their happiness in many different ways and gives useful resources and information.

By TADDEI V

Dec 3, 2018

Very dynamic and informative course. I was able to hold the deadlines and improve my English while improving my happyness score.

By Omar A

Nov 2, 2018

This course will Literally change your mind and perspective towards everything around you!

I Totally recommend it to EVERYBODY!!!

By Olga K

Feb 3, 2023

Very useful course. Everybody must take it!!! It will change your life or at least make it muuuuuuuuuuuuuch better! Believe me!

By Karla J B

Nov 30, 2022

This course will teach everyone something about themselves that they didn’t know. Awesome class! Even more awesome instructor!!

By Scott W

Oct 24, 2022

Thank you, I like the pace of the course and the way I can adapt to my schedule and time. The content is excellent, thank you.

By Frank L

Jul 18, 2022

The course is very good. Everyone should learn it. It may not make you super happy, but it will make a difference in your life.

By Teresa R

Mar 14, 2022

This online course makes you feel like you're in the classroom and the instructor is phenomenal. I highly recommend it and her.