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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!

JP

May 18, 2020

This course is well worth the time and commitment and came out of this course with some valuable information and tools. I feel the more people that take the course, the better we can be as a society.

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By Jairo S

Jun 4, 2020

Laurie Santos: thanks teacher for teach me news ways to search a different happiness. The Hedonic adaptation kills our vision for see other plans that can change or increase our joy.

By Alexandra J G

Jun 2, 2020

This course is well organized, fascinating and taught me a great deal. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to make a change in their lives or learn more about happiness.

By Nicci M

May 29, 2020

Excellent course. It absolutely provides resources and tools designed to help students unlock their potential and "rewire" their minds to achieve an improved state of wellness. 10/10

By claudia l v a

May 28, 2020

The best material that has really helped me take a step towards true happiness and best of all it's free, like the best things in life. Thank you, Professor Laurie, Yale and Coursera

By Jennifer A

Apr 28, 2020

Wonderful instructor and a great course to realign yourself and to help you think in a more positive mindset by giving you tools that are feasible if you take the time to apply them.

By Aoife R

Apr 22, 2020

Such great and valuable insights in this course. I think everyone should do it! What's better than becoming a happier person and developing habits to stay that way? Highly recommend!

By Sophie B

Dec 27, 2023

A great course, with a lot of helpful messages and little practices to implement in everyday life to increase the individual well-being! Also nice that it's accessible for everyone!

By Sandra S

Jul 10, 2023

Cannot recommend this course enough! If you're hoping to find out what really makes us humans happier, or just as a reminder for the strategies you already know of, look no further!

By Louisa L

Jul 12, 2022

A wonderful overview of concepts, theories, studies, experiences and personal interactions that illustrate the science behind human beings' well-being and happiness. A joy to learn!

By Jessica V

Sep 28, 2021

Excellent course, I recommend it. It clarifies many of the beliefs regarding various areas of life which are erroneous, it helps personal growth therefore it has an impact on others

By Rainbow

Feb 16, 2021

It is a very important topic to learn how to be happier. Although being happy is the ultimate goal we are looking for, the real practical approaches are essential. Bravo, I like it.

By Ruth B

Dec 29, 2020

Not only is this course (potentially) life-changing, the set up and evaluations make it so much easier to keep going! This is well-thought through and makes the learning enjoyable!

By Daniel B

Dec 6, 2020

A well done course, that I highly recommend. So many different tools and techniques that can be incorporated into our daily lives to help us achieve better happiness and well being.

By Joy

Sep 14, 2020

I have enjoyed taking part in this course. I found it at a time that I needed to re discipline my mind. It was not a good time in my life and this course helped me to realign.👍😁✌

By Fabio D

Jul 24, 2020

The course is excellent. The most important thing is that you can apply all what you learn in your personal life immediatly. The results of applying this new knowledge is amazing!!!

By Kyla G

Jul 19, 2020

This course was a breath of fresh air to take during quarantine. Thank you so much for making it available to the masses to help improve our collective sense of overall well-being!

By Alexa T B C

Jul 4, 2020

It was difficult to be always at a grateful state during this pandemic, but its nice to note that the situation plus this course brought perspective on the things that truly matter.

By S S

Jun 30, 2020

The couse has really helped me lots. I did take another on positive psicology but was not as useful as this couse.

Thanks a million Poferssor lauri and please do more online couses

By Laura G

Jun 26, 2020

This online course was AWESOME!! Professor Santos was great :) I'm so happy my boss suggested taking this course! I'm going to look into taking some more classes in the near future!

By Lea S

Jun 20, 2020

Thank you so much for this opportunity to learn something important and practical for daily life. I especially loved the structure of this course and your approach towards students.

By Karl G

Jun 16, 2020

An excellent course. The materials were relevant and scientifically rigorous. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wishes to work towards a more happy and fulfilling life.

By Kumiko S

May 30, 2020

I absolutely loved the course.

Especially during this pandemic, this is exactly what I wanted to accomplish.

I will continue my rewirement to stay healthy and happy.

Thank you so much!

By Shelby M

May 28, 2020

This was an awesome course where you learn the science behind what will actually make you happy vs the things that really won't. I really enjoyed all of the lectures and activities.

By NAKESHIA S

May 26, 2020

I really enjoyed the course, alot of "ahah" moments on why I think a certain way, all the information/expectations...social entrapments was very relevant! Kudos Professor L. Santos!

By Haykuhi C

May 19, 2020

The course is really helpful, I have thoroughly enjoyed it and recommended to my family and friends. Thank you Dr Laurie Santos and the team for creating it and giving free access:)