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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

MV

Jan 30, 2019

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.

JH

Jun 5, 2020

I couldn't have asked for a better class to be offered during this time. Got to learn a lot about myself and why I think or do certain things without even thinking about it. Thank you for this course!

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By Vijay G

Sep 21, 2021

Research-backed, engagingly delivered and comprehenisve in coverage. Loved this course!

Have been recommending it to friends and am implementing what i have learnt - it has made a difference to my life!

By Ann M

Sep 4, 2021

Really good course. Good personaly and to share. I took the course since I am going through a big transission but also to enhace my work with students. This course has made a big impact on me and my work.

By Aidan D

May 25, 2021

Amazing! The lessons in this course are easy to understand and practical. Dr. Santos is an amazing Prof and I can't recommend this course enough for anyone looking to learn more about how to become happy.

By Nancy G

Jan 30, 2021

I am happy to have completed this course over Pandemic time. It distracted from being depressed and thinking just sad stuff. watching sad news on TV. I really enjoyed taking this course during this time.

By Charity

Jan 15, 2021

Best Free Course I've Ever Taken...only bad part was trying to submit my final assignment because I never figured out how to read feedback. Laurie was amazing. It was like taking a course with a friend.

By Stefie

Sep 19, 2020

it was a very interesting and enjoyable course. I recommend everyone to take it, you'll get a new perspective of life. Thanks Yale & Prof Santos for making this course available online and also, for free!

By Liv P

Jul 6, 2020

Really enjoyed this course! Would definitely recommend. Can't wait to implement learned techniques into my daily routine to improve happiness and stop focusing on things that don't actually make me happy.

By Anuj K

Jul 1, 2020

I t was an amazing course. i could follow easily. Science of well being gives insights to satay happy regardless of Money and grade factor in our lives. Happiness depends on our attitudes and inner peace.

By Mary A A

Jun 30, 2020

Great class! The strategies are great and will help with making life happier in a positive manner. Thanks for the tools and they can be shared with others to help make our world a happier place for all.

By L R

Jun 25, 2020

Easy to follow and very beneficial. Dr. Santos does a great job of keeping the subject and required activities simple. First course in my life where completing the assignments improved my mental health.

By Sherri V

Jun 22, 2020

At first I wasn't sure where the course was going, but as the weeks progressed the content and learnings became meaningful. I use some of the principles learned daily and will hopefully continue to do so!

By Katie J H

Jun 14, 2020

great course and great professor.

I wish it would move the course to my complete section on coursera even though I didn't pay to earn a certificate. I still did all the work in the course and finished it.

By Eden M

Jun 1, 2020

Such a fulfilling and eye-opening class. Everyone should take this class! It is amazing how much there is to learn about happiness. Dr. Santos presents the information in an interesting and memorable way.

By Deliana N

May 27, 2020

What you will learn in this course goes beyond soft skills and "just happiness". If you apply it, you will be truly successful, confident and will also feel in the right place at the right time, any time!

By Sanober N

May 23, 2020

This is very informative and life changing course I ever attended. I have learnt multiple skills of rewirement for psycho social well being. Thank you course facilitator, you are an excellent facilitator.

By Ali E

May 12, 2020

Laurie does such great job at teaching. She is very articulate and specific with her communication, and tend to deliver great energy to the course. She certainly is a perfect fit for teaching this course.

By Meghan S

May 7, 2020

Changed the way I looked at "my happiness" by taking care of myself through productive habits. It helped me create a meditation practice, a journaling practice, and also how better to manage my spending.

By Bernadette S

May 6, 2020

This is an excellent course. We really are the drivers of our own happiness. I highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in learning how just a few changes can make a huge difference in your life.

By Sara G

May 4, 2020

Loved the course layout and material. Delivered in an easy to digest way with points of reference to measure your progress and understanding. I learned a lot and enjoyed the scientific research presented.

By Fatma H E

Jan 7, 2020

it's an amazing course & incredible instructor that makes me know myself better and encourages me to bring new habits in my life :)

it's will be a reference for me & I recommended it already to my friends.

By Juan V G M

Apr 20, 2018

Great course. Very well organized. The teacher is really helpful in her explanations. I really love the science based approach to delve into the happiness and well being realm. I strongly recommend it ;)

By Shannon C

May 17, 2021

I loved the content, presentation, and pace of this course. Thank you so much for this gift. It was lovely to not only track my improvements over time but to feel their positive effects on my well-being.

By María A F

Apr 15, 2021

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If you take the time to commit to doing the rewirements and the exercises, you will see the results in your attitude, your everyday life, your relationships, your health... Totally worth it!

By Paul F

Mar 27, 2021

This is very useful information, well presented, for living a happier life. If you liked the course, try Dr. Santos's podcast (The Happiness Lab), which elaborates on the themes introduced in the course.

By Pamela D ( - A

Feb 16, 2021

Thank you for the opportunity to learn so much we can apply and benefit from the science of well-being. The mindset and behaviors we have addressed will continue to provide improvements for all learners!