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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....

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SN

Aug 27, 2020

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.

SS

Aug 21, 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 Catherine R N

Mar 25, 2023

Thank you for sharing this wonderful opportunity. This course was presented in a very positive and relatable way. I enjoy learning and I have so many tools to help me stay on a path of Well-Being!

By Ruth G

Oct 10, 2022

I would recommend this course to anyone who is keen on improving their happiness. It helps one take charge of their happiness through cultivating habits that are beneficial for long term wellbeing.

By Mohamed N

Sep 7, 2021

I would like to thank the nice smiling proficient Prof. Laurie Santos, who gives fine and well-prepared lectures, and I also convey my sincerity to Yale University for this useful and crucial topic.

By Tesa H

Mar 13, 2021

This Course is so informational. I have used facts and sources from this course in my daily life, both personal, educational, and professional. I would recommend this course to everyone of all ages.

By Deleted A

Mar 8, 2021

Very insightful and awe-inspiring! The content is rich and scientifically-backed. I learned something new and very useful every week. Highly recommended for anyone in their self-improvement journey.

By Twee D

Jan 18, 2021

This course has exceeded all of my expectations! If you are on the fence and wondering if it's worth your time, ask yourself this: "Who else is going to put forth the effort towards my well-being?"

By Mary A M

Dec 20, 2020

This course is very helpful, this is not just about happiness but I felt that I have come to know more about myself and rediscovered myself in 2 months. More power to Coursera and Ms. Laurie Santos.

By Austin W

Nov 17, 2020

It was such a good course! I learned a lot about the science behind happiness and well-being. It confirmed some of my intuition and gave plenty of tools for increasing your own well-being/happiness.

By Leslie M

Aug 15, 2020

This is an excellent course. I enjoyed learning about what I can personally do to increase my happiness and have usable tools for living a happier life. The course is interesting and well organized.

By rajat a

Jul 12, 2020

When I started the course, I thought I was being imposed by the suggestions but when it continued, I felt blessed that I was introduced to such a thing! Kudos to the instructor!! Keep WOOPing guys!!

By Karen D S

Jun 13, 2020

Thank you! It was enlightening. It was full packed with empirical studies. Very timely at this pandemic crisis wherein mode is survival. With gratitude and meditation, it helped pull things through.

By Ginny M

Jun 6, 2020

The course was great! The absolute only problem was that the actual online part of it was a tiny bit hard to navigate. But Laurie Santos is awesome. Students at Yale are extremely lucky to have her.

By CH P

May 27, 2020

it was truly amazing. we can be able to know like how we should concentrate in our work and everything else which was explained greatly by the instructor. she was amazing dealing with the students.

By Nina S

May 26, 2020

Well organized, amazingly presented with grate detail. Notes section I discovered to late. Very helpful as well the ReWi app. Thank you for helping all of us to overcome and fight our inner battles.

By Elizabeth M

May 25, 2020

This course provided lots of wonderful content. The videos explain overall happiness and how our effort and expectations will directly affect our success within our own well-being. Highly recommend.

By Mariana A

May 22, 2020

I thought it was very well structured and supplemented. I enjoyed it during "stay at home orders" and found that it gave me a motivation to, every day, accomplish nurturing my Well-Being and learn.

By kelly b

Jun 26, 2019

The content is fascinating and gives both the knowledge and the tools to help improve your life. Laurie Santos is engaging and relatable - it was a pleasure to have participated. Highly recommended!

By Татьяна К

Mar 10, 2019

Amazing course, that can really change lives! If you play the rules, the course can make you healthier, braver, more socially active, and, of course, happier.

I've recommended it to all my friends :)

By Jerri P

May 24, 2024

At my age, I thought I knew a few things. Well, I realized there is so much more going forward that I can still set myself and others up for real authentic wonderful lives. I learned a whole lot!!

By Seth W

Apr 28, 2023

Excellent course! I Highly recommend it especially if you want an insightful approach to life and to improve your overall happiness. Very enjoyable and practical. You will want to take it again.

By cruz

Nov 21, 2022

Changed my look on life and made me an even happier person. Hearth felt thank you to everyone who made this course possible and to Hamza who made me discover this course through his youtube videos.

By Sabrina R B

Sep 1, 2022

The best! most quirky and enjoyable professor to listen to. Totally made my learning expirience fun. I truly learned a lot and I realized a lot of what I learned came naturally from me. Thank you.

By Priya G

Apr 20, 2021

It is one of the most amazing courses I have done online. I strongly recommend it to anyone who want to improve their well being and also learn about the science and research behind the techniques!

By Núria R

Mar 11, 2021

This course have been a huge source of knowledge to break topics stablished behind the science of well being and to understand further how our minds work and how to use them properly to be happier!

By Jai S

Jan 17, 2021

I really enjoyed this class. I did not feel pressured or overwhelmed at any point and that was important to me. The professor was personable and supportive and the content was relevant and helpful.