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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 liz n

Jul 13, 2020

This course really was incredible! Helped me get into healthy habits to better my mood and taught me the importance of maintaining them.

By Ricardo F

Jul 10, 2020

This course should be given to all eighteen years old, this would help a lot to understand life and all its challenges in a positive way

By Karen

Jun 22, 2020

Great practical exercises and references are shared. Definitely helped build sustainable habits that will benefit me throughout my life.

By Elena Z

Jun 15, 2020

I loved this course - informative, science-based, playful and impactful. Also, it is structured in a way that makes attending it a child

By Meghan A

Jun 10, 2020

So glad that I took this course! I was always interested in this subject material, but it really helped me get through COVID. Thank you!

By Marvyn C

Jun 9, 2020

Thank you so much professor Laurie Santos. You're an excellent teacher. You and your course were amazing and positively life changing :)

By Vincent F

Jun 9, 2020

Great course! I learned a great deal. I engaged and feel happier as a result. I plan to continue practicing the techniques I learned.

By Elena A

Jun 2, 2020

Amazing course! Learned so much! Very grateful for this opportunity. It have been eye opening and definitely life changing experience.

By Rebecca M

Jun 1, 2020

Extremely useful, well put-together course that you can complete at your own pace. The insight and tools provided will change your life!

By Tamara T

May 30, 2020

Great course! Interesting science and data as well as practical tips and exercises to incorporate in to daily life. Highly recommend it!

By Erica B

May 29, 2020

I took this course to help me through the grief of my baby. I am feeling much happier, and see the world through a different lens now :)

By Brynnen B

May 27, 2020

So easy to follow along (I have a tough time doing all things virtually, but it was so smooth) and SO useful! Can't recommend it enough.

By Mark B

May 23, 2020

Awesome course! I learned a lot, gained new beneficial habits, and started meditating again! I highly recommend this course to everyone.

By SILVIA M C H

May 14, 2020

I liked this course a lot. The information was great. The profesor always encouraged the participants to engage in the course with her.

By Helder O

Apr 18, 2020

Interesting course that helped me re-direct my attention to other parts of my life that were being forgotten or not so much appreciated.

By Claudia Á G

Oct 25, 2024

Maravillosa profesora, muy dinámica, divertida, alegre y motivadora. Excelente curso, realmente cambia la forma de disfrutar la vida :D

By Diana L B

Feb 12, 2023

The instructor was engaging and I loved the scientifically backed information. The interviews that she presented were very interesting.

By H T

Sep 29, 2022

Outstanding lectures by Dr. Santos, and excellent asessments and actionable steps to improve one's awareness, wellbeing, and happiness.

By Jens F

May 31, 2022

Very interesting to better understand the "real" factors for increased happiness and how the human mind can trick itself. Really nice!

By Thomas N

Dec 18, 2021

Good nuts and bolts course on positive psychology. I took Dr. Seligman's 5 month course and enjoyed this much more. Laurie is charming.

By Jenny C

Dec 10, 2021

i hold 7 degrees in general, ( 3 masters) , i have to say that she one of the greatest teachers ever.

just wish i was a student in YALE

By Lisa D

Nov 6, 2021

A truly interesting course. Although it took me a while to complete, the teachings involved were excellent. I would recommend to all.

By Tianle W

Sep 8, 2021

This course is great! It is life-renewing! I am now a less confused college graduate on happiness and what I should plan my life to be.

By GEMA B

May 23, 2021

Useful 100%, you learn from research and theory and also will learn about how to bring all your knowledge into a daily routine. Thanks!

By Sylvia L

Apr 27, 2021

This course helped to rewire my way of thinking during a time of unease. It was enjoyable listening to the lectures and easy to follow.