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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

BT

Nov 26, 2019

Loved the practical "rewiring" assignments that helped me with understanding what really makes us happy. Not only this course changed my life perspective but enriched the lives of the people around me

MR

Apr 3, 2021

Fabulous course. I learned a lot of does and doesn't make us happy, and learned valuable tools for introducing and integrating new habits into my life that will definitely contribute to my well-being.

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By Lawrence D

Jun 20, 2020

Awesome Course. Thank you Dr. Santos. I have read a lot of the books you mentioned on happiness prior to taking the course, but the way you structured everything shows your incredible communication abilities and made it practically useful, which is the most important thing!

By Dani Y

Jun 9, 2020

When I started the course, at the beginning of the pandemic, I was hoping to learn how to get through some of the worst days. The course went beyond what I expected. The lectures, the readings, the studies, have given me tools that I believe will help me going forward.

By mario c

May 18, 2020

Excellent course. Very easy to follow and understand. The material was very informative and complete. The videos were excellent. The course have helped me to learn and strengthen my knowledge and will day not only help me in my every day live, but also at work. Thank You!!

By Akhila P

Aug 26, 2018

A must for people looking to make some significant meaningful changes in their lives. The principles explained are very simple and the course is structured in such a way that, one would be able to make at least one significant change in their life if they follow the course.

By Stephanie S

Mar 23, 2022

This course made me realize how important mental and physical health is to our general well-being. Laurie is a fantastic teacher and probably also has a fantastic team working alongside her to make this initiative as great as it is. Amazingly grateful for coming across it!

By Montserrat L

Jan 17, 2022

Laurie is a super good teacher, with this course I did some questions to myself regarding my current habits, skills, activities. So it is a good option to improve our life and habits. No matter your age, where you live, this course is a good option to improve our everyday,

By Gary J R M C M A

May 21, 2021

Discourse amplified and embellished upon much of what I’m doing at my work regarding positive psychology and mindfulness I’m privilege to facilitate groups in the aforementioned categories and this course gave me added insight and comprehension of the science of happiness.

By Kim E J

Feb 22, 2021

I would recommend this course to people of all ages. The course covers all the bases needed to reach the goal of personal well-being. Laurie Santos is very down to earth, personable and explains everything in easy to comprehend terms. I'm very glad I opted to participate.

By Celeste W

Jan 22, 2021

I absolutely loved this course. What I found most amazing was that the course imparts lots of scientific information but also encourages the application of the science. This was one of the best courses I have ever done. I highly recommend it to every person on this planet!

By Dr. M S

Jan 7, 2021

This course really helped me to overcome my obstacles and enriched me with a lot of positive aspects of life. Definitely, it is a blessing to attend and complete the course. Thank you, professor, and Coursera for this wonderful course to enrich the souls in a positive way.

By Helen D

Oct 11, 2020

Thank you for an informative and enjoyable course. I feel my own well-being has been enhanced through understanding and employing the strategies discussed. As a family doctor, I will be recommending this course to my patients as an accessible and user-friendly resource.

By VLADIMER J N

Aug 20, 2020

This course is very helpful especially during this time of pandemic. It allows me to revisit happiness again, but on a deeper and intellectual level. Professor Santos is very good at explaining studies, findings, models, etc. Her rewirements are very helpful and engaging.

By mda

Aug 10, 2020

Nothing overwhelming or technical here.

This is just a clear and concise course about one of the least clear and concise of human pursuits. It's definitely not a magic cure-all of self-help. It is just a nudge in the direction of understanding your own positive psychology.

By Paula

Jul 23, 2020

I really enjoyed this course, I got a lot more out of it than expected. The Professor was very engaging and easy to relate to and to understand. It flowed really well and kept you interested the whole time.

Thanks for the opportunity to be apart of this learning experience.

By Mariyah S

Jul 4, 2020

Laurie Santos is an amazing professor. She's extremely relatable and the things taught in this course have improved my life and well-being dramatically. Do start this course and inculcate what she teaches in your life, you are in for a great time - in and after the course.

By Kara G

Jun 17, 2020

This was an amazing course to take! I welcomed something challenging and new especially during this COVID-19 pandemic. The online format as well as the Coursera app made it easy to use and complete. Absolutely recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their lives.

By Matty G K

Jun 7, 2020

I simply loved it and enjoyed every single lecture! It is simple and complete! It gives you the tools to improve your happiness levels. So now it is up to you! It is your choice! It is your life! your happiness depends only in your decisions, so go ahead and enrolled asap!

By Katie A

Jun 1, 2020

Excellent course! Really enjoyed it. The professor was awesome, she really kept me interested and explained it all in a way I could understand.

You definitely need to put in the hard work, but any effort you do put in is WORTH IT and you will benefit immensely if you do!!!

By Suz

May 6, 2020

This was a wonderful course. The professor was engaging and full of insight. What a pleasure during a difficult time during a global pandemic. Dr. Santos gave applicable activities to utilize in daily life. I hope this course continues for other individuals to participate.

By ANA B J V - J

Feb 20, 2019

I felt surprised in making this course. I knew some abilities new for me and I be pushed to develop them. The tutor made a big job deguiding us to a new world of emphaty for the others. It was a wonderful time I spent during 10 weeks. Congratulations for you and for me.

By Robiya A

Sep 2, 2024

Hello, I'm your student from Uzbekistan! Thank you very much! I really appreciate your hard work. I do like your explanations, especially on those videos. It's such an enjoyable journey that I have finished your The Science of Well-Being course even prior to the deadline.

By Lori B

Oct 11, 2021

Excellent course; amazing information about how the mind actually works; not exactly how we want it to. Elevated my level of awareness, thoughts and behaviors that actually prevent me from reaching my full potential. Lovely instructor, taught with grace. Content expert!

By Blagovesta M

Aug 17, 2021

The course was fun to listen to. I longed for interactions with the students and the professor but online courses are challenging in that way. Still, the material was manageable: the extra readings and the guests were also super important. A very useful course! Thank you!

By Chavez K C K

Apr 11, 2021

Un curso que tiene la finalidad de cambiar nuestra perspectiva sobre el bienestar con base a los fundamentos de la ciencia. Un curso que te ofrece las herramientas, sustentadas por la ciencia, para mejorar el bienestar y alcanzar la felicidad. Un curso necesario y eficaz.

By Federica M

Mar 8, 2021

This course happened at such a particular time in my life and it changed it incredibly for the better. It accompanied me to the discovery of new techniques and studies on well-being with competence, professionalism and sympathy. I couldn't have wished for more, I'm happy!