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About the Course

What are the determinants of a happy and fulfilling life? This is surely one of life’s biggest questions, and a question that has interested many of our ancestors. Buddha famously gave up his kingdom in search of happiness. Several Greek philosophers (from Aristotle to Epicurus and Plato to Socrates) had their own views on what it takes to be happy. And of course, we all have our own theories about happiness too. How valid are our theories? Until recently, if you wished for an answer to this question, you would've been forced to base it on discussions with spiritual leaders. Or, if you were lucky, you could've based it on late-night (and perhaps intoxicant-fueled) conversations with friends and family. Happily, all that has changed now. Over the past decade-and-a-half, scientists have gotten into the act big time. We now have a pretty good idea of what it takes to lead a happy and fulfilling life. This course, based on the award-winning class offered both at the Indian School of Business and at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin, developed by Prof. Raj Raghunathan (aka "Dr. Happy-smarts") draws content from a variety of fields, including psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral decision theory to offer a tested and practical recipe for leading a life of happiness and fulfillment. Although not mandatory, reading Prof. Raj's forthcoming book, titled If you're so smart, why aren't you happy? can help you review and assimilate the material covered in this book at your leisure. For Coursera learners alone, the hardcover version of the book is available for a deep discount of 50%, plus shipping and handling. You can order the hardcover for 50% off by writing to Aaron at: Aaron@800ceoread.com. Please mention that you are a student of the "coursera happiness course" in your email. The course will feature guest appearances by several well-known thought leaders, including: - Dan Ariely (author of Predictably Irrational and, soon to be released, Irrationally Yours), - Ed Diener (“Dr. Happiness”), - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (author of Flow), By taking this course, you will discover the answers to questions such as: - Why aren’t the smart-and-the-successful as happy as they could—or should—be - What are the “7 Deadly Happiness Sins” that even the smart and the successful commit?, and - What are the “7 Habits of the Highly Happy” and how can you implement them in your life? By the end of the course, I expect students who have been diligent with the lectures and exercises to not just gain a deeper understanding of the science of happiness, but to also be significantly happier....

Top reviews

CR

Apr 23, 2018

Excellent course, Professor Raj is great. I found it very helpful to see what types of personality traits I have that may contribute to my happiness level and possible approaches to dealing with them.

AG

May 23, 2021

This course is a joy! I cannot recommend it highly enough. Practical advice based on long-term research, interviews with worldwide experts on the topics discussed, and a fabulous professor. So great!

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By Asha S R

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Jun 3, 2020

Very thorough course, worth it!

By Erika B

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Jul 2, 2017

Thoroughly enjoyed this course.

By Nika K

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Jan 30, 2017

Best course I've taken so far!!

By Gulshan Z

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Jan 5, 2017

I absolutely loved this course.

By Olajide

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Aug 13, 2016

Eye opening to the gift of Life

By Blanka F

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Aug 12, 2016

So great! I liked it very much!

By Ali D

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Aug 7, 2016

This is a very enjoyable class.

By Cathy H

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Jun 28, 2016

Excellent! A must for everyone!

By David R

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Jan 11, 2016

Awesome course. Really helpful.

By Daniel G

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Dec 27, 2015

A fundamental course to success

By Danny C

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Dec 1, 2015

Really Really Interesting !! :)

By sanika

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Feb 19, 2022

Great Course

Thank You, Raj Sir

By Antara K

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Dec 19, 2021

ABSOLUTELY ENLIGHTENING COURSE

By ARAGANTHJI J

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Oct 24, 2020

very nice and essential course

By PHAN T T N

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Sep 22, 2020

Thank you for a good course <3

By Rohit R

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Aug 23, 2020

Nice course sir , well done :)

By 46 G K S

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Feb 3, 2019

changed the way of being happy

By Valentina S

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Sep 30, 2016

Very very Good and interesting

By Liza L

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Jun 1, 2016

it is a great course for life.

By Cristian B

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Feb 1, 2016

Faltaron subtitulos en español

By Giselle D M

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Oct 22, 2015

A really life-changing course!

By Beth

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Aug 28, 2015

This is a course worth taking.

By Satyaprem M

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Sep 16, 2024

Very good learning experience

By JR L

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May 31, 2020

I really enjoyed this course.

By Siddharth P

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Jan 21, 2018

excellent course on happiness