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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

AA

Jan 12, 2021

This course really helped me a lot, I am grateful with Laurie Santos and her team, the people involved into this great project. The oriented me into understanding valuable states of being and actions.

JH

Jun 5, 2020

I couldn't have asked for a better class to be offered during this time. Got to learn a lot about myself and why I think or do certain things without even thinking about it. Thank you for this course!

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By Graham I

Oct 20, 2020

One of the rare instances where you actually come away with the tools that you can easily apply in your everyday life

By د.يحيى ب - R

Oct 1, 2020

very great course as it will change your point of view and your daily habits

you will become happier if you commit it

By Nghia

Sep 29, 2020

Great Courses. It teaches you many skills to increase your well-being and happiness level which is backed by science.

By Christine M

Sep 18, 2020

Very good course that you can do in your own time. I have learned a lot and it really has changed my life. Thank you!

By Michael S

Aug 20, 2020

The class was very good. I think being older I found it much easier to agree with most of her thoughts and teachings.

By Denise M

Aug 16, 2020

Great course. Gives a lot of great examples of what to do and what to avoid in order to pursuit happiness. Easy steps

By Susan B

Aug 10, 2020

Fantastic course. Really interesting and engaging, with practical tips on how to implement the theory into your life.

By Julieta I O J

Aug 5, 2020

I loved this course! Not only did I learned a lot but it is great for increasing your wealth being and being happier!

By Laree T

Jul 24, 2020

I found this course very helpful and interesting. I plan to use the information from it in my daily life. Thank you

By Linda C

Jul 13, 2020

Dr. Santos delivers scientifically relevant and valuable information in a way that is engaging, enjoyable and useful!

By Azer A A

Jul 12, 2020

Excellent course for anyone, because we can all use more happiness and fulfillment in our lives. Highly recommended!

By Low Y L

Jul 4, 2020

I have learned lots of practical tips to boost my happiness. It is a great course and I like the way it is conducted.

By Monica P

Jun 25, 2020

Incredible course. I wanted psychological support to my spiritual practice and it worked perfectly. Thank you Laurie!

By Medhavi P

Jun 23, 2020

A very well- and relevantly curated course! The instructor is engaging with her course content! Strongly recommended!

By Sherry C

Jun 18, 2020

Loved this course and instructor!

Received much needed coping mechanisms during this time of anxiety!

Highly Recommend!

By Vanesa C

Jun 18, 2020

Espectacular!

No solo tiene mucha información importante sino que además brinda herramientas concretas.

MUCHAS GRACIAS!

By Alan O C

Jun 11, 2020

This course has taught me a lot about the wellness and how we can live a better life if we focus on the right things.

By Vanessa E B

Jun 9, 2020

It was a great course to take in the time i needed it most. I liked being able to do it at a pace that worked for me.

By Larisa A

Jun 7, 2020

Amazing. Easy to follow. Dr. Santos is a great teacher. The videos and the research is great. It has helped me a lot.

By Stephanie Z

Jun 7, 2020

I highly recommend this course. I've learned life-long skills in order to better promote my happiness and well-being.

By DHEEMAN K M

Jun 6, 2020

It is very much effective. It helps me to over come the shortcomings of my mind also helps me to control my emotion.

By Yuda C

Jun 2, 2020

This course is brilliant and inspiring, especially the rewirement challenge that made me re-examine my daily routine.

By Andrew O

Jun 2, 2020

This is a must-do course. It really helped me reflect on life, focus on what I want, and give me to tools to succeed.

By Christine C

May 30, 2020

This course came at the perfect time for me during the pandemic. Thank you for all the insight and tips, Dr. Santos!

By Anna B

May 28, 2020

This course really helped to reinforce what is important for a happier life, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic!