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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.

NN

Mar 31, 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 Kamil T

Apr 25, 2020

Amazing course, wonderful teacher, great content. Highly recommended for everyone who breathes.

By Maria R

Mar 16, 2020

Excellent, evidence-based . Professor Laurie takes you step by step. Great resources.

Thank you

By Janya

Jan 11, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed learning and implementing the theory in real life. Totally worth the time!

By Albertus S

Sep 17, 2019

I recommend this course to people all the time, it really was fascinating and incredibly useful

By shruti s

Sep 3, 2019

The course is very practical!! Loved doing the rewirements. A big thank you to Laurie Santos!!!

By Margaux W

Jul 8, 2019

Great class. Final rewirement is a nice challenge and life-changing.

Thank you for this class !

By Hal C

Apr 10, 2019

Great information; well curated by Prof. Santos. The exercises helped change me for the better.

By Constanza O

Aug 21, 2018

It has been a revealing course, amazing tools to use in order to improve my mood and wellbeing.

By Virginia M d l M R

Dec 12, 2025

Lo recomiendo 100%. Uno de los cursos más hermosos, impactantes y necesarios que he realizado.

By Martin E

Sep 21, 2025

This course was brilliant. No doubt one of the best (if not the best) course I have ever done.

By Norbea M R

Oct 27, 2024

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! I also listen to the podcast of Dr. Laurie, they are one of the bests!!!

By Mariangel I C S

Aug 16, 2024

Aprender a ser feliz es posible junto con este curso y la practica del mismo en nuestras vidas

By Nurgül P

Nov 6, 2023

ÇOK GÜZEL BİR KURSTU,HARİKA ŞEYLER ÖĞRENDİM.SERTİFİKAM ADIMA DÜZENLENSEYDİ DAHA MUTLU OLURDUM.

By Giovanni R

Mar 15, 2023

Course material was very hands-on, with the contents being significant with my life hereafter.

By Trond O

Feb 3, 2022

Science of wellbeing provides increased knowledge to be equipped in working life and private!!

By YINGCHEN C

Jun 26, 2021

The most wonderful and necessary course that I ever took. I strongly recommend it to everyone.

By Maaike B

Mar 31, 2021

Loved this course! Thank you for giving me the tools to make changes in my life one by one :-)

By Tim A

Feb 22, 2021

Applicable and helpful. I really enjoyed the data-driven approach and it still wasn't 'heavy'.

By Sharon D

Nov 17, 2020

Really, really good. It's short and easy to do and the rewards are amazing. Highly recommended

By Bonnie S

Nov 10, 2020

I learned a lot and this course has helped me in my personal and professional life enormously!

By Juozas S

Oct 12, 2020

Thank you very much for great prepared material and interesting topic with deep mind thinking.

By Christy M

Oct 1, 2020

Extremely helpful information and engaging instructor. Will definitely use the tools learned.

By srishti s

Aug 21, 2020

fantastic content. great research simple and easy to understand pedagogy. Thanks Dr. Santos :)

By Lama K

Jul 26, 2020

Amazing course. I learned a lot and have recommended it to several people. Thanks, Dr. Santos!

By Susan M

Jul 21, 2020

It helpEd me start and maintain habits that will enrichment my life for years to come. Thanks!