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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

CM

Nov 13, 2020

Awesome course. Many people suffer from depression and this course is great to understand and shift your state of mind. Can't solve a problem if you don't truly understand what's causing the problem.

IU

Nov 11, 2020

Loved the course. Filled with so many eye-opening nuggets as to what actually does (or doesn't) make us happier. Would recommend this to anyone wishing to learn more about the science of well-being.

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By Kelsi M

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Oct 20, 2020

This was such a fun, engaging, and informative class with really useful and applicable subject manner. Well-done, Laurie Santos!

By Karla H

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Oct 17, 2020

Great tracking of those aspects in our daily life that is necessary to pay atention, care and be constant in order to been well

By Meha J

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Jul 31, 2020

Commendable. Learnt a lot from this course. Would want to work with Prof. Laura Santos. I am open for any collaborative project.

By Holly M

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Jul 30, 2020

Really enjoyed learning the science behind making yourself happier, enjoyed putting them into practice and seeing the effects :)

By Giulia B

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Jul 27, 2020

Very interesting course! What I find super useful are practical examples and constantly revising previous lectures and concepts.

By zefu s

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Jul 23, 2020

Take the course and the rewirement challenge , it really help to improve my happiness level. The important thing is to practice.

By Elayna C

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Jul 13, 2020

Great class, with an engaging professor. Gives you the tools you need to manage and increase your happiness. Highly recommended.

By Katja M

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Jul 2, 2020

Great course with a lot things to implement in your daily life. Your daily life is really affected by this course in a good way!

By Timo E

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Jul 1, 2020

Fantastic insights into how our minds work and great weekly exercises to change our habbits and improve our happiness over time!

By Laura M

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Jun 14, 2020

This was a super experience! I've learned so much about myself and about the science of well-being. I can recommend this course!

By GLADYS R

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Jun 12, 2020

Great course! Definitely a new perspective on happiness. The class was very direct and easy to follow. Rewirements were awesome!

By Elise S

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Jun 10, 2020

Excellent platform to continue learning in a stress-free way. The course and the lectures are easy to follow and very effective.

By Helen R

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Jun 10, 2020

Engaging presenter, great resources, well supported with research and great interviews with researchers. Thoroughly recommended!

By Lisa S

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Jun 9, 2020

The Science of Well-Being was a great class! Professor was very engaging and shared methods that could be used in everyday life!

By Amber K

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Jun 1, 2020

Covid 19 was heck on a lot of people. This really helped me focus through it and make myself and my kids lives better. Thank you

By Maude-Sarah M

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May 29, 2020

Loved it! Very interesting if you love psychology and wellness. Great tools to build a better life and very interesting teacher.

By Karen K

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Nov 4, 2019

Excellent!!! I've told several friends and relatives about the course. It was a lot of work at first, but well worth the effort.

By Charles P

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Oct 30, 2019

This is an excellent course for anyone who wants to be happier. It truly works! It is based on science and a lot of good advice.

By Leah M

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Oct 16, 2019

Helps a lot! Recommend it! helps one increase their happiness in many different ways and gives useful resources and information.

By TADDEI V

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Dec 4, 2018

Very dynamic and informative course. I was able to hold the deadlines and improve my English while improving my happyness score.

By Omar A

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Nov 2, 2018

This course will Literally change your mind and perspective towards everything around you!

I Totally recommend it to EVERYBODY!!!

By Olga K

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Feb 4, 2023

Very useful course. Everybody must take it!!! It will change your life or at least make it muuuuuuuuuuuuuch better! Believe me!

By Karla J B

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Dec 1, 2022

This course will teach everyone something about themselves that they didn’t know. Awesome class! Even more awesome instructor!!