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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.

NN

Mar 30, 2023

This course was really interesting! I loved it. The teacher was amazing and very engaging. And it was my first time doing peer-graded assignments, i was scared but i did it and i'm so proud of myself.

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By Lindy T

Jun 11, 2020

At first jumping into this course, I was skeptical I would truly be happier at the end of it. However, the data and how I feel shows otherwise. What you learn and what you do for this course will open your eyes and really show you ways to improve your well-being over all. 15/10 highly recommend!

By Alicia G

Jun 7, 2020

The course has been great! Well structured. Well-being for me is living in the present moment, enjoying life and its many gifts, taking care of myself (meditation, healthy food, exercise, sleep). I have been getting there slowly. The course has clarified which is the way to go. Thank you Laurie!

By Ana M S

May 21, 2020

Great experience! Very useful course above all during this challenging period. The scientific explanations and the rewirement scheme were my favourite part of the programme. I learned a lot but most important I acquired practical tools I can apply to improve my levels of wellbeing and happiness.

By Jenna L

May 17, 2020

This was such a great course. Dr. Laurie Santos is a great conversationalist and easy to listen to, and broke down the material so well using relatable anecdotes and humor. I would definitely suggest this class to anyone who is looking for some tools to develop their own happiness a little more.

By Bell T

May 15, 2020

This is such a great course that everyone must take. The sooner we understand and practice what is taught in this course, the happier we can become. It is beneficial to all of us at many levels, from physically, emotionally, intellectually and even spiritually if we choose to meditate every day.

By Kira

May 8, 2020

Thank you Laurie for such a wonderful course! I have learned so much from your lectures, especially how important it is to sleep (that one really stuck with me). I will continue to use what I have learned from you in my daily life, and I am sure that it will bring me great success in the future!

By TLH

Oct 14, 2019

This course was enjoyable, down-to-earth, and practical. If you do what you have always done, you will get what you've always gotten: The principles in this course help you to change your thinking to that which can affect change in just about any area of your life. Thank you, Professor Santos!

By Caithlin V R

Nov 25, 2022

It helped me a lot to gain a better mentality. I am overall happier than before this course, that's because I learned many positive things such as showing more gratitude to the people around me. I recommend this course if you want to work on yourself, it guides u through this journey in detail.

By Vismaad K

Sep 7, 2022

It has been a wonderful, engaging and learning experience. This course has helped me a lot in beng present and think and act productively with the implementation of many strategies which are discussed in this course. If you find this course, by any chance, start without giving a second thought.

By Eric T

Sep 22, 2021

This course was excellent and exceeded my expectations.  It was presented in a thoughtful, clear, and effective manner, chock full of eye-opening, empirical data about the workings of our mind.  The seeker, scientist, and savant in all of us, could benefit from this course.  Highly recommended.

By CLAUDETE M J

Nov 3, 2020

This is a wonderful and very practical course that motivates us to build new habits to increase our sense of well-being.

It is plenty of scientific references that shows we can be responsable for our own satisfaction in many fiels of our life.

Thanks a lot, teacher Laurie Santos, for such a gift!

By Sandra C

Jul 5, 2020

I wanted to understand happiness and the way to get there. Now I know I was looking for it in the wrong places and I understand now that it's a journey, not a destination. This course helped me get a better understanding of how to improve my general well-being and why! Recommend it to everyone!

By Charlotte L

Jun 17, 2020

This course was not only helpful in gaining understanding with regards to the science of well being, but it was so practical in applying what was learned in everyday life to actually make changes. I would recommend this course for anyone who wants to positively affect their overall well being!

By Imilce R

Jun 15, 2020

This is a great course to learn about things (based on real Science) you could do to improve your well-being and live a happy life. Instructor is very engaging! The course is simple and easy to listen to, so this is something you can complete during breakfast or coffee breaks. I learned a lot!

By Angelica

Jun 14, 2020

Es increíble como todo tiene relación en tu vida, como está conectada la psicología con tu vida cotidiana y como puedes aplicar técnicas para que tu vida diaria sea más tranquila y obtengas más satisfacciones de todas tus experiencias.

Vale la pena tomar este curso y más aún ponerlo en práctica.

By B N

Jun 6, 2020

I learned so many things from this course. Things that were in plain sight that you didn't realize they're so important; and also further indicated by science. All the additional videos outside of the class were also so entertaining and educational. Im glad I took this course. Thank you all.

By David N

Apr 28, 2020

Exactly what a good course should look like. First, we got information basis, which really satisfied me for I am that kind of person who wants scholar background, and the, we were about to experiment with what we'd learned on ourselves.

Plus, the humbleness of the lecturer is a remarkable thing.

By Mary D

Apr 28, 2020

This course could not have occurred at a more appropriate time. Self isolation can cause so many negative emotions. Concentrating on well being was a welcomed experience. The professor and the course materials were engaging and interesting. I have recommended this course to several friends

By M J

Oct 8, 2022

Complete content with science-based evidence on what meants to have a healthy and joyful lifestyle. Appreciated the hands on activities to test the concepts during the course, leading to positive changes in my day-to-day thinking and activities. Have been recommending this course to others.

By Vika O

Jun 10, 2022

This course was pleasant and informative. I got a bunch of knowledge and a bunch of practical tips to actually make my life happier. It's great to see some time-honored advice being supported by scientific researches. It gave me a booster to finally listen to some of them and improve my life.

By Hemakshi D K

Jun 23, 2021

The course actually taught what a true well being is and where it lies in our lives and how our expectations in life are so overly exaggerated and how we can try and bring them to what real life has to offer.

Thanks Laurie Santos,Yale and Coursera team for developing such an incredible course!

By santiago b

Feb 3, 2021

Felicitaciones a la profesora Laurie Santos, excelentes exposiciones y quedaré agradecido de por vida a Usted, a Coursera y a Yale por aportar una granito de sabiduría al interrogante que persigue la humanidad desde los tiempos de Aristóteles, Como podemos ser felices. Gracias, muchas gracias.

By David K

Jan 20, 2021

This is the most inspirational class that I’ve ever taken. I have learned that although the world may not be seen as it really is, through mindfulness meditation and living out of my comfort zone the world is much more beautiful than I ever deemed possible. Please take this class it’s sublime!

By Jessica G

Dec 29, 2020

This course was incredibly interesting and insightful. I am actually sad that it is over! I have already begun implementing some of these strategies/habits into my daily life and look forward to being a happier, healthier person. Additionally, I am eager to share what I've learned with others!