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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 10, 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 11, 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 T’Asia K P

Jun 7, 2020

Very thorough, in depth, and great for personal benefits. My first course and I enjoyed every bit of it!

By Anmol R S S

Jun 5, 2020

Old habits die hard. New ones are to be cultivated. This course teaches you practical skills to do that.

By Eryn F

Jun 4, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. It was thought provoking, insightful and engaging. Would highly recommend.

By DESPINA B

Jun 2, 2020

Really interesting course. Very happy to learn so many important things for our well-being and happiness

By Sheri B

Jun 1, 2020

Great course! Very interesting and important for everyone to understand their happiness and well-being!

By Deleted A

May 30, 2020

What an incredible class to take in life. I real way you can take action towards a more fulfilling life.

By David P E

May 28, 2020

Thoroughly enjoyed this course and am thankful to have participated during COVID-19 work-from-home time.

By Halyna L

May 14, 2020

This is an excellent well-desined course, which is easy to put into practice and make your life happier.

By Jose L C

Jan 7, 2020

Muy recomendado, te hace reflexionar sobre una habilidad humana muy diferente, la habilidad de ser Feliz

By Jennifer L

Oct 24, 2019

Great course! I recommend it to anyone. Learn how so many elements of well-being are within our control.

By Danielle C

Sep 30, 2019

Excellent course! It changed my mindset about how I address my own happiness and has already improved my

By Evgeny M

Sep 2, 2019

Great course, got several very useful tricks I now use daily. Feel happier and more motivated. Thank you

By Toni B

Jul 26, 2019

What a wonderful way to feel great daily about life and surrounding ourselves with positive experiences.

By larnajack@hotmail.com

Jun 14, 2019

Brilliant course. Very engaging, learned a lot of interesting aspects of what really makes people happy.

By Andrea B

Oct 2, 2018

I am only on week 1. I thoroughly love it so far! Thank You SO Much for Creating This for People! AB.

By Mary W

Apr 5, 2018

This class is much better than verbal therapy. I learned so much! Tools that I can use in everyday life.

By Kameswari S

May 28, 2025

Thanks for this course Prof. Laurie Santos. I gained a lot of insights about the Science of Well Being.

By Charles M

Apr 17, 2025

This is an excellent course for self-improvement and rewiring yourself. I recommend it to other people.

By Haseeb A

Aug 18, 2024

the course was very helpful. I learn a lot from this course and about different books a bout psychology

By Frank D

Mar 25, 2024

The work is minimal (5 minutes daily max) yet the rewards can be great! I highly recommend this course!

By Thiago A

Mar 4, 2024

Este curso lo conocí a través de youtube y de verdad que me ayudo con muchos problemas que tenia, 10/10

By Katarzyna P

Jan 30, 2024

Excellent, practical, life changing course. I am so grateful for the opportunity to complete the course

By Sabrina F

Sep 8, 2022

I loved how dynamic our teacher was ! we was so upfront and honest about a lot of things. Great course

By Sheerin J

Aug 1, 2022

excellent course really helpful for everyone who wants to be a positive change maker in their community