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About the Course

NEW TEEN VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: https://roshoesn.top/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

MH

May 8, 2020

Dr Santos is engaging and honest. This course was a very helpful and productive way for me to spend some long pandemic days. I honestly feel that I will carry what I have learned through out my life.

SS

Aug 22, 2020

Amazing course and amazing instructor. The environment and vibes throughout were positive and helped me feel much happier and understand much more about looking at life through different perspectives.

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By Kendra M

Apr 19, 2020

Wonderful course! Especially incredible to have taken this during a lonely, isolating time of the Coronavirus. Laurie was incredible! Can't wait to utilize these rewirements in every day life.

By Jasmeet K S

Sep 5, 2019

This is an exceptional class and I really find myself wanting to engage in the activities and seeing a difference in myself. Thank you to the Professor who created all of this amazing content.

By Courtney M S

Apr 24, 2024

This class was enjoyable with a hands on approach and the online lessons were easy to understand - the work you put into it is what you will get out of it! :) I hope that they offer a sequel!

By 何吉猛

May 17, 2023

I was very surprised and surprised. I didn't expect that I was so lucky to learn this course, and I was also surprised that I could change myself so completely. so determined to change myself

By dlew1982

Jan 30, 2023

Great course. Very thorough instruction with self assessment pre and post the course. Awesome instructor and the material really opened up my perspective and influenced my happiness levels.

By Aglaya P

Jan 15, 2023

Best and most meaningful course I have ever done. Absolutely great! The insights and corresponding actions / practices will definitely change my live and happiness level. Great professor too!

By Luciana N

Jul 7, 2022

very interesting course! Although many tips wasn't a new thing for me, what I think was interesting is the data used to ilustrate every tip. It helped me a lot! cangratulations for the course

By Kinjal S

Mar 11, 2021

Excellent content with plenty of scientifically validated learnings. What I liked most was the Rewirement challenges, which helped us implement what we learnt into our daily lives. Thank you.

By Lynn Z

Dec 9, 2020

I appreciated all the scientific cases that supported the instructor's conclusions. This is a worthwhile course. It helped me and I know it will help others to achieve the goal of well-being.

By Sarah H

Nov 17, 2020

Dr. Laurie Santos is amazing! Engaging and inspiring throughout the course. I appreciated the applicable activities to bring into my life in order to increase my own well being and happiness.

By Jane D

Aug 23, 2020

Material was presented in a clear and concise manner. I was able to easily incorporate the methods covered each week and continue to use them as I try to take a positive approach to my life.

By Elysa L

Aug 10, 2020

This is well worth your time. I learned new things that I had not heard anywhere else. She gives you a greater understanding of why your perceptions are often skewed and how to change them.

By Denis d F D

Aug 3, 2020

This course provided me with essential knowledge and tools to deep dive in happiness even in this surreal times caused by COVID-19 and extreme right facist goverments. Thank you, Dr. Santos!!

By Veerle S

Aug 2, 2020

This was not only a fun course but I also learned a lot and implemented a few healthy habits. Laurie brings everything in a fun way and the lectures really make you think. Highly recommended!

By John Y

Jul 16, 2020

This course has very good content and everyone will find something new about themselves and the habits they have and the new habits that will help in maneuvering through life's ups and downs.

By Jacqueline J

Jul 11, 2020

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS COURSE! I LEARNED A LOT. IT REINFORCED WHAT I ALREADY KNEW AND I WILL DEFINITELY USE WHAT I LEARNED TO ASSIST MY STUDENTS/CLIENTS. PROFESSOR SANTOS YOU WERE A DELIGHT.

By Melanie B

Jul 8, 2020

This is a great course. Prof. Santos is a wonderful professor -- smart, engaging and accessible. The course work is interesting and a perfect mix of science and application. Highly recommend!

By Malavika

Jun 25, 2020

I absolutely loved and enjoyed this course from start to finish. Laurie Santos made the course very interesting and enjoyable to learn. I looked forward tomy learning time each day. Thank you

By Amy L D

Jun 23, 2020

This class profoundly affected me. I enjoyed learning about the practices of well-being and how to apply them to my routine as an intentional set of practices to improve my overall happiness.

By Marcelo F

Jun 8, 2020

Absolutely loved it! The video lectures were really interesting, and it was just the right amount of work. This was definitely the most fun college class I have ever taken! Thank you, Laurie!

By Emily C

Jun 7, 2020

Learned practical ways I can make change to increase my happiness. The data shared was very interesting and Laurie Santos presented the course in a way that was easy to understand and follow.

By Jayne M E

Jun 3, 2020

Loved the science behind well-being. I've shared the course with hundreds of educators in my district who are under extreme stress during COVID. I HOPE they take advantage of this offering.

By Blake m

May 31, 2020

I very much enjoyed the course. The content was interesting, the practices were very beneficial and the four week re-wiring challenge improved my overall well-being. Well worth it. Thanks!

By Barbara Y

May 14, 2019

I have found this course to be very informative and helpful in my own personal attempt to increase my well being. There are many skills that can be put into practice that are very effective.