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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

DM

Jan 8, 2021

This course has the power enough to change the course of your life. It can be a journey from misery to well being, if you follow the instructions given in this program. A must must must attend course.

JR

Jun 15, 2020

Love this course! Best class I’ve taken. I teach Social Skills and there are so many things I can incorporate into my classes as well as tools I can use in my own life! - Thank You!

Jessica Rhoades

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By Chloe W

May 3, 2021

It is very worth the time and for just USD49, you are getting a certificate as well as the knowledge that can help equip you with better well-being!

By Christine M D

Dec 18, 2020

Loved the course. Helped me to see that I don't need things to be happy. I need to be mindful of my happiness. I can be happy in my circumstances.

By Raminta V

Dec 11, 2020

I really liked the course, information was really interesting and useful in daily life. I also liked to take the challenge at the end of the course.

By Wen S F

Oct 17, 2020

Great course. Some of the videos were a tad bit long for an online course but I really enjoyed it overall. Thank you for making this free online :)

By madelynne h t

Sep 29, 2020

My thoughts on this course were that it was easy and fun to accomplish, and gave me much needed insight on how to not be a spoiled dumb young adult.

By Allan R

Sep 10, 2020

Un gran curso, lo recomiendo, felicito a la profesora Santos, gracias por ayudarnos a comprendernos y ser mejores, así como mejorar nuestro entorno.

By Sivapriya U

Aug 19, 2020

It's a very interesting course to attend. This is not the short duration course we have to follow this habits through a life to lead a happier life.

By Michelle G

Jul 28, 2020

I enjoyed the teacher and all the lectures. It was very informative, I got a from it. It’s a steppingstones to a new direction of being more happy.

By Emma k

Jul 25, 2020

Highly thought provoking and the combination of information and action provides a course which you should be incorporating into your daily routines.

By Valerie

Jul 12, 2020

So enjoyed doing schoolwork again! This was a little test to see if I could handle online courses and keep working. Thank you for the opportunity :)

By KILLADA A

Jul 8, 2020

I really wanna thank professor Laurie Santos for this amazing course and i will make sure to follow each and every tip in my daily life.

THANKS A LOT

By Gloria A

Jul 7, 2020

This has been such a useful course. I have learnt so much from it. I only hope that I can continue to use what I learnt now that the course is over.

By Hirah g

Jun 25, 2020

It was the best online course I've ever attended. It helped me to practice healthy habits and it really boosted my over all well- being. Thanks Yale

By Mary B

Jun 21, 2020

Really great course that provides interesting content, great delivery and reflective challenges to drive personal growth through a stronger mindset.

By Stephanie P

Jun 17, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed the class and will use the information and skills I learned for the rest of my life. I plan to recommend this class to others!

By Vincent L

Jun 12, 2020

This course is designed for EVERYONE!!! I highly recommend as it truly does help your well-being! You won't regret it and good luck on your journey!

By Cid T

Jun 11, 2020

Amazing course! I love how Professor Laurie explained the theoretical side of wellbeing and crossing it over to practice it on a realistic approach!

By Lori Q

Jun 2, 2020

Real world applications for some pretty esoteric issues. Frankly, I'll be referring back to the content in this course to simply live a better life.

By Gretchen P

Jun 2, 2020

What a wonderful class and way to really think deeply on our personal motivations and goals in order to be successful in the ways that truly matter.

By Alex G

May 30, 2020

Great course. Scientific research explaining the factors of happiness coupled with effective practices to improve your well-being. Highly recommend.

By Sandra B

May 24, 2020

Found this course to be extremely beneficial , would definitely recommend it to everyone who is prepared to put in a little effort for amazing gains

By Beatriz B

May 21, 2020

This course gave me the jump start I needed to learn new positive habits and to change my own way of thinking. It was absolutely an amazing program.

By Thieron R

Apr 18, 2020

Exceptional course! i enjoyed doing it and would definitely recommend others to do it. I had a great learning experience that will last my lifetime.

By Fernando U

Jan 27, 2020

A very complete course on the subject matter, and the teacher does a very good work in explaining all the concepts. The teacher is really very good.

By Andra H

Oct 24, 2019

Great course, really informative and it genuinely improved my degree of well-being,

happiness and satisfaction with my own life. Highly recommended!