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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!

SR

May 11, 2022

I​ cannot believe that my happiness score has improved so much from these 10 weeks. The material was enjoyable and straightforward and I loved my weekly challenges. Thank you to Laurie & the team!

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By Kimberly s

Jul 16, 2020

This class was very informative , and I will grow with the knowledge that I was given in this class.

Thank You

By David P

Jul 8, 2020

Excellent course. Great theory, easy to apply in practice, learned a lot and it has already improved my life.

By Tadhgh B O

Jun 22, 2020

A great way to alter your behaviour and start to get lots more small moments of happiness each and every day.

By Heather M

Jun 11, 2020

Honestly I loved this course and it has helped me become a much happier person. I highly recommend taking it!

By Barbara B T

Jun 9, 2020

Great course and full of surprises, all based on science! A good course for any age! Thank you, Dr. Santos!

By Ben K

Jun 9, 2020

So useful! I learned so much and the whole course aims to make us happier, what could be better than that?!?!

By Saritha K

Jun 7, 2020

it was well worth the time and loved how the professor structured the sessions both for learning and practice

By Seri E

Jun 5, 2020

Most truly helpful course I have ever taken. Goes beyond anything we are taught in school as being important.

By Francesca V P

Jun 2, 2020

Absolutely great class! It was very insightful, and helped rewire my thoughts about gratitude and happiness.

By Brandy L

Jun 1, 2020

Perfect course study at such a confusing and frustrating time in American history. This was perfect medicine.

By Priti D

Jun 1, 2020

Highly highly recommend this course for everybody. Take out some time and just do it, you will not regret it.

By Ana B

Jun 1, 2020

This course was a wonderful reminder of what actually happiness is ,and all of that scientifically supported.

By Jessica D L C

Jun 1, 2020

Really good, empowering course. Very important during this time. I'm glad that I was able to join the course.

By Valerie F

Jun 1, 2020

I really enjoyed this course and the way its set out. I will certainly use the skills and techniques learned

By ARANTXA V

Jun 1, 2020

It is an excelent course, the professor and the way she explain every subject is magnific. I really enjoy it.

By Marine Q

May 31, 2020

Very powerful course. From week 1, you can start reflecting and applying learnings to improve your happiness.

By Yash a

May 31, 2020

My frist coursera course this course is very good Laurie mam teaches very well everyone should do this course

By Ania B

May 29, 2020

Loved the course and it definitely increased my happiness. Will have to keep up the work to sustain it now :)

By Gavonna F

May 2, 2020

Very informative and helpful course for increasing your happiness and Well-Being. I'd recommend it to anyone!

By Lucas W

Apr 28, 2020

Excellent. Laurie is great at pacing the teaching and connecting with others. This course is time well stent.

By Steven B

Apr 13, 2020

I have to say that this course was very interesting and easy to follow. I would highly recommend this course.

By Bárbara N

Nov 11, 2019

Um curso recheado de informações e conhecimentos do mais alto quilate. Simplesmente maravilhoso e inspirador!

By Karlie S

Apr 17, 2019

Loved it! Easy to complete, engaging and relevant. Would recommend this to my colleagues, friends and family.