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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

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 Carla L

Jun 30, 2020

Very informative course, well-worth the time involved to commit to the positive changes that can be incorporated into ones daily life. I would recommend this course.

By Kerstin S

Jun 3, 2020

I enjoyed being a part of the course during Corona. It was a great help to stay focused on good and I learned a lot about the tricks my mind plays. Thank you so much!

By Diana C S

May 28, 2020

Fue uno de los cursos más lindos que hice en esta página. Muy bien llevado, divertido y lleno de contenido científicamente probado. Lo disfruté mucho y lo recomiendo.

By Ale M

Feb 25, 2020

This has been one of the most helpful courses that I have ever taken. It has transformed my life and the way I prioritize my well-being. I 100% recommend to everyone.

By Idowu D

Jan 7, 2020

This was an excellent course and I have gained a much greater insight into how we think and act and the impact it has on on our mental, physical and emotional lives.

By Rafael C

Nov 26, 2019

Enjoyed the fact proofing and reserach behind happiness and well-being, but most of all, the practical exercises that enables anyone wanting to live better, to do it.

By Amy A

Nov 11, 2019

Excellent course! The up-to-date research was delivered in an engaging way, and the lesson progressions were easy to keep track of with Coursera. Thank you so much!

By Филиппова Е А

Aug 10, 2019

I had my doubts before taking the course but now I'm really happy I did it. Laurie did a wonderful and thorough job and I don't think I can thank her enough for that.

By Katie A M

Apr 29, 2018

This course is awesome! I would love to be able to take all the psychology courses at Yale with this awesome person! I would love to see more of these online courses!

By Marnie D

Nov 16, 2022

Learned so much, thank you. Great course to discover more about yourself, expectations and breaking bad habits while creating healthier habits for our own happiness.

By Eman M R T

Oct 27, 2022

I am grateful for this remarkable learning experience. It helped me to better understand and work toward wanting to improve myself and be a better version of myself.

By Natalia L

Sep 9, 2022

Such a game-changer! I started this course during the pandemic, and it made me realize a lot more than I thought I knew about myself. Trully appreciated this course.

By William L

Dec 8, 2021

Great course with real world applications, truly needed during the pandemic and should be a mandatory course in many schools and workplaces, particularly Healthcare.

By Cat L

Jul 6, 2021

This course should be taught in schools and communities for people of all ages. I found it incredibly helpful, and I am recommending it to all my friends. Thank you!

By Holly H

Jan 15, 2021

I can highly recommend this course. The time and effort needed to successfully learn the science of well-being is well spent. Thank you so much for the opportunity.

By Outi H A

Jan 3, 2021

This was an amazing experience to me. I enjoyed every weekly sessions, the readings, and a most importantly, the exercises, including the final rewirement challenge.

By Tatiana M

Dec 17, 2020

This was one of the highlight discoveries of 2020 among all that is happening in the world, a great tool for everyone that wants to keep and happy and balanced life.

By Juan E L

Oct 1, 2020

I have tried to take the quizes but it appear a massage that it is blocked. What can I do ??

I dont see where to comunicate or report a problem in the coursera page.

By Jason A

Sep 4, 2020

The teaching was absolutely phenomenal, though it would be nice if the site had a better mobile interface. Overall I loved it and would absolutely take another class

By Shobha D

Aug 11, 2020

Excellent course. Taught by a very knowledgeable instructor. Based on the findings of rigorous research. Provides very practical advice to increase one's well-being.

By Joanne C D

Aug 9, 2020

Very engaging course content! With the way it is presented by the instructor, it is definitely not boring. Something to recommend to your friends for a happier life.

By Brandon L P

Aug 1, 2020

This course was more beneficial than I imagined it would be. I came across it by mistake during the current pandemic. I’d take this course or a similar course again.

By Sebastian R

Jul 6, 2020

High quality videos and scientific research based lectures on happiness. I liked the final group rewirement challenge to reflect on the practical part of the course.

By Ijanla H

Jun 29, 2020

This course made a noticeable impact in my life. It helped me to become a happier person. I recommend this course to anyone seeking to improve their quality of life.

By Ganna L

Jun 21, 2020

I recommend course to everybody, it really helps to improve quality of life! THere are alot of usefull references if somebody would like to dive deeper in the topic.