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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

SR

May 12, 2022

I​ cannot believe that my happiness score has improved so much from these 10 weeks. The material was enjoyable and straightforward and I loved my weekly challenges. Thank you to Laurie & the team!

CM

Nov 13, 2020

Awesome course. Many people suffer from depression and this course is great to understand and shift your state of mind. Can't solve a problem if you don't truly understand what's causing the problem.

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By TJ L

May 12, 2021

I have learnt some interesting strategies around hedonic adaptation, time affluence, random acts of kindness, gratefulness and being present.

By Poh F L

Apr 13, 2021

Very well structured and interesting. Speaker was very engaging and the information provided were very useful and applicable in everyday life.

By Kris B

Apr 10, 2021

Loved the combination of lectures, presentations, research and data, discussions, videos, and challenges. The instructor is highly motivating!

By Sofi

Mar 17, 2021

It was an awesome course , it was both entertaining and educational, it was also fun to learn about some of the annoying features of the mind.

By ANDREA R

Nov 30, 2020

The teacher is amazing, she gives a lot of examples for you to better understand the lectures. A lot of information has been given. Loved it !

By Jane S

Nov 26, 2020

Thank you so much for offering this experience. It has positively challenged my behaviour and I hope to hold on to what I have learned so far.

By AYSEGUL A A

Oct 26, 2020

The awareness on our misconception of happiness was life changing. The techniques given to boost our motivation and happiness are very useful.

By Sudhir P

Oct 2, 2020

This is a fantastic course. While it comes across as something you've always known about happiness, it's astonishing how easy it is to forget.

By odimgbe c

Sep 16, 2020

This course opened my mind to a whole new world and am so grateful I was just lazily surfing the internet and found it.Thanks Dr Laurie santos

By Giselle S R

Sep 9, 2020

I am grateful for this course, which helped me reassess my outlook in life. It was really helpful for me, especially in these uncertain times.

By Antonio S

Aug 30, 2020

Loved how this aligned with my own personal goals and beliefs. Loved that the material was in depth and offered insight into how to live life.

By M R

Aug 25, 2020

Extremely worthwhile and far exceeded my expectations. A great course for those who want to do the work to increase happiness and well-being.

By Luz E P G

Aug 12, 2020

This was a very fun and interesting course; the research presented was very easy to understand and to put in practice in your different goals.

By María A d J J A O

Aug 3, 2020

Un muy buen curso, lleno de herramientas para darse cuenta que la felicidad está dentro de uno y no en nada ni en nadie más. ¡Muy recomendado!

By Claudia S

Jul 24, 2020

This class has actually helped me be happier. It's definitely worth taking, even more with everything we are experiencing due to the pandemic.

By Suzanne B

Jul 20, 2020

Great course, highly recommended! Very compelling research and professor Santos does a fantastic job presenting it and keeping us all engaged!

By MihirChandra

Jul 19, 2020

Wonderful session-- My gratitude to the trainer to savour with satisfaction-- one more learner learnt positivity of life. Thank you from soul.

By Lina T

Jul 5, 2020

This course helped me to realize that Social Connection is important for a personal well-being and one's productive private and business life.

By Samantha J

Jul 3, 2020

Really insightful and informative course. I loved it and will continue to practice what i have learnt beyond completing the course, thank you!

By Tatiana S

Jun 30, 2020

I strongly believe that this kind of courses should be in high school all over the world. Thank you so much for making lives of people better!

By Kevin R

Jun 30, 2020

A very nice introduction into positive psychology/well-being research. I liked the combination of academic material and practical application,

By Mendy G

Jun 28, 2020

Not just great information, but also how-to put it to use and also making yourself accountable for using what we’ve learned. Loved the course!

By Penny P

Jun 20, 2020

I really enjoyed taking this course and really do feel happier and better than I did when I started! Everyone can benefit from this course!!!!

By Haley A

Jun 19, 2020

Simple, informative, thoughtful... it was a great course to learn the facts and learn how to increase your own well-being! Highly recommended.

By Hannah

Jun 15, 2020

Really enjoyed this course and it was perfect timing for working on my own happiness in lockdown. Thank you for making this available for free