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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

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.

IC

Aug 12, 2021

Absolutely amazing course with a large dose of science and practical exercises. The instructor is very knowledgeable. It was a pleasure for me to attend the course and listen to Laurie every week. :)

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By Tia C

May 7, 2020

Wonderful course! I highly recommend the professors podcast: The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos.

By Andreea R

May 7, 2020

This was a really good during the working from home period when my morale was not very good. Thank you

By Sandra J

May 1, 2020

This is life-changing course everyone must try. Thank you so much for changing my life for the better.

By Melanie C

Apr 21, 2020

I learned a lot and have implemented a new routine of sleep hygiene because of this course. Thanks!!!

By Lisa

Jan 29, 2020

Amazing, well researched and practical course. Very well designed, engaging and informative. Loved it!

By Cigdem K

Sep 11, 2019

I started only yesterday and I am highly influenced by the high quality of the teacher. Thans Coursera

By Venecia A

Jun 21, 2019

Excellent class and excellent teacher. I am not even done with it but I have been enjoying it so much.

By Guillaume T

May 2, 2019

Only within my 3rd Week but can already say this lecture is amazing and very usefull. Congratulations.

By Jim R

Mar 8, 2019

That was informative and fun. I intend to keep reusing the rewirement worksheets and keep progressing.

By Sylvan S

Jul 3, 2018

Great way to learn about the happiness. This course was rich with research and the exercises were fun.

By Tilak T

Apr 29, 2018

A brilliantly well put together course! Feeling much happier now that I'm practising the rewirements.

By Hernan A

Mar 29, 2018

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By Ma. V T S

Mar 24, 2025

Thank you for this course. The topics, especially on rewirements, are helpful. I am practicing those.

By Klau H

Aug 30, 2024

It was a pleasure to take part of so many diferent opinions and better knowledge. I am very grateful!

By Bob S

Apr 4, 2023

I learned a lot which I am using in courses I teach. The course was well organised and very thorough.

By Gustavo R P y L

Jul 12, 2022

Excellent course. The content and the way the instrtuctor proposed the applilcation of the knowledge.

By Janet G G

Mar 9, 2022

lo mejor que estudie en mi vida simple intenso especifico dinamico y hevcho con mucho amor al projimo

By Jessica M

Aug 3, 2021

Curso maravilhoso, cheio de conteúdo prático e preenchido com estudos fundamentados. Aproveite muito.

By Zena A

Jul 25, 2021

Great - informative and engaging. Left course having learned new skills applicable in many scenarios.

By Billie-Jo B

Jun 5, 2021

This was a very good course. Interesting and great for those who want to make a change in their lives

By Lisa R

May 14, 2021

Wonderful course! I enjoyed learning about the data behind what does and does not bring us happiness.

By Nicole J

May 3, 2021

Loved this! Learned so much more than I expected to and increased my happiness levels in the process.

By A. J W

Apr 28, 2021

Lori conducts an Amazing Class, I am highly recommending this class to anyone that will listen to me!

By Fernanda M

Apr 16, 2021

what a great course! loved it, nothing better than science backing up things we dont want to believe!