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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....

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SN

Aug 27, 2020

This is an outstanding course! I was able to change into a more positive and productive mindset as taught in this course. I highly recommend it to everyone regardless of your profession or background.

EN

May 30, 2019

I absolutely enjoyed and learned a lot about happiness from this course. I will definitely recommend it to my peers, as it gets me to the core from my misconceptions to developing the right practices.

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By Meghan S

May 7, 2020

Changed the way I looked at "my happiness" by taking care of myself through productive habits. It helped me create a meditation practice, a journaling practice, and also how better to manage my spending.

By Bernadette S

May 6, 2020

This is an excellent course. We really are the drivers of our own happiness. I highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in learning how just a few changes can make a huge difference in your life.

By Sara G

May 4, 2020

Loved the course layout and material. Delivered in an easy to digest way with points of reference to measure your progress and understanding. I learned a lot and enjoyed the scientific research presented.

By Fatma H E

Jan 7, 2020

it's an amazing course & incredible instructor that makes me know myself better and encourages me to bring new habits in my life :)

it's will be a reference for me & I recommended it already to my friends.

By Juan V G M

Apr 20, 2018

Great course. Very well organized. The teacher is really helpful in her explanations. I really love the science based approach to delve into the happiness and well being realm. I strongly recommend it ;)

By Shannon C

May 17, 2021

I loved the content, presentation, and pace of this course. Thank you so much for this gift. It was lovely to not only track my improvements over time but to feel their positive effects on my well-being.

By María A F

Apr 15, 2021

A M A Z I N G

If you take the time to commit to doing the rewirements and the exercises, you will see the results in your attitude, your everyday life, your relationships, your health... Totally worth it!

By Paul F

Mar 27, 2021

This is very useful information, well presented, for living a happier life. If you liked the course, try Dr. Santos's podcast (The Happiness Lab), which elaborates on the themes introduced in the course.

By Pamela D ( - A

Feb 16, 2021

Thank you for the opportunity to learn so much we can apply and benefit from the science of well-being. The mindset and behaviors we have addressed will continue to provide improvements for all learners!

By Sheila L

Jan 21, 2021

This course validated what I have come to know, but offered many great references and techniques. I liked the format and the practical experience to help build healthy habits that foster true happiness.

By shwetha v r

Dec 11, 2020

A great course. Week 6 talks about how to build good habits. for that section i wanted to suggest this great book by Stanford Behavior Scientist BJ Fogg called "Tiny Habits" - https://www.tinyhabits.com/

By Rupesh K

Dec 6, 2020

The course is very scientific and research orientations and teaches us some useful tips about being happy, avoid the trap of miswanting and also how to overcome hedonic adaptation. Liked every bit of it.

By Kimberly S A

Oct 12, 2020

I thought it was a very helpful and insightful course. I has helped me learned better ways to find joy and happiness as well as deal with stress and anxiety. I think it'as a course everyone should take.

By Nicole N

Sep 27, 2020

This course definitely helped me in my daily life. It taught me a lot of important lessons that changed my perspective on life in general and I can't wait to implement those lessons with my son as well.

By Wade T

Sep 27, 2020

Really enjoyed this course and believe the content and material added value to my overall well being. Also would say this is one of the best things I did for myself during the unprecedent COVID pandemic!

By Ajo B

Sep 8, 2020

I think this course came at the right time for me. When a lot of people were thinking what next, this course helped me find my happy. So much more to be said.. simply, I am so glad I took this. Thank you

By Pearl W

Jul 13, 2020

Awesome course. I am in awe that Yale offers this high quality course at no cost to individuals. I told my sister about it. If young people will get this NOW, the suicide and divorce rate would go DOWN!

By Tricia C A

Jun 16, 2020

This course helped me see that the things that we think are going to make us happy actually are not. It provides strategies to help you become a happier person. But ultimately, you have to work for it.

By Natasha W

Jun 9, 2020

I really enjoyed studying what psychology has to say about being happy. I have learnt tangible skills that I can implement and work on in the future to improve my well-being and my attitude towards life.

By Melanie T

Jun 9, 2020

Amazing course. I believe everyone should complete this course. It's simple yet refreshing. You will learn new tools for your personal and professional life. I would 100% recommend this course to anyone.

By Wibke D

Jun 8, 2020

This course was so much more than I expected. I got deep knowledge and - most important - the motivation boost to really change my habits and live a happier life. Thank you so much for this life present.

By Deborah

Jun 7, 2020

A fascinating and insightful class. What you think will make you happy doesn't lead to long term joy. Take this class to discover what truly makes you happy, and how to be more peaceful, happy and light.

By Lucy P

Jun 5, 2020

I loved this course and all the knowledge I acquired. It's taught me tools I can use forever as well as the understanding of the human brain. I enjoyed Professor Laurie Santos method of teaching as well.

By Kjerstin W

Jun 5, 2020

I loved this course! I enjoyed hearing about the research in the lectures and then being able to follow up and read more, when I choose to do so. I also liked the supplemental videos, like the TED talks.

By Heather C

May 31, 2020

I learned a great deal about the science behind happiness. The best take away from this course is actually being able to do the work and try a change to rewire your habits. I highly recommend the course.