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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

KV

Jun 14, 2020

This course helped me think of news ways to think and new ways to reach certain goals that I would have not thought about. It's kind of long but I was interested and completed the course feeling good.

NN

Mar 30, 2023

This course was really interesting! I loved it. The teacher was amazing and very engaging. And it was my first time doing peer-graded assignments, i was scared but i did it and i'm so proud of myself.

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By Suzanne K

Jul 31, 2020

Very meaningful and engaging course that was crucial for my well being and mental growth during COVID-19.

By Patrick H

Jul 28, 2020

Outstanding! Made me question everything that I thought I "knew" about happiness and hove to achieve it.

By Sharon W

Jul 23, 2020

I loved this class! It was fun and informative. I learned a lot from this class, especially about myself.

By norhan a

Jul 21, 2020

such a great course.

if you want to really know what happiness is, I highly recommend this course for you.

By Bismita D P

Jul 20, 2020

Awesome course! I particularly loved how simplified it was and how beautifully my professor presented it.

By Aja C

Jul 11, 2020

Course was absolutely amazing. However, I am unsure whether or not I actually will receive a certificate.

By Lufeng Z

Jul 6, 2020

That's a great class! Especially helpful when we are feeling down during this pandemic. That's a godsent!

By LuDina M

Jul 2, 2020

I highly recommend this course to anyone that has the time to become happier and healthier! Who doesn't?

By Priscila A

Jul 1, 2020

It was a great experience! ALl resources, videos, really helped a lot not only today and now but forever!

By Julia P

Jun 30, 2020

AMAZING and LIFE-CHANGING!

The tutor made a great job working on this course. Not even one boring subject.

By Dr S M

Jun 26, 2020

Brilliant content and I liked the way it was presented by Prof. Laurie Santos

God Bless the entire team:)

By Becky W

Jun 24, 2020

Really enjoyed the course! In a relaxed fashion, it reiterated some ways for a person to feel happier :-)

By MaryLee

Jun 24, 2020

I loved this class! So worth the time. It reset how I was living my life and made such a positive impact!

By Crystal

Jun 18, 2020

Excellent course, and so timely during this pandemic. I learned personal and professional best practices.

By Alina R

Jun 10, 2020

This course helped me appreciate life from a different perspective. Thank you so much, professor Santos!

By Amey B

Jun 5, 2020

Really nice course. Young generation must have to do it. It will help them in future increase positivity.

By Kimberly C

Jun 5, 2020

This course was fantastic. It truly improved my understand of well-being as well as my actual well-being.

By Lowell W

Jun 3, 2020

Thank you Prof Santos for you commitment to your work and your delightful delivery. You kept me engaged.

By Malene H A

Jun 1, 2020

Thank you so so much for this wonderful course. I have learned so much and it has truly enriched my life.

By Jessica M

May 30, 2020

Full of great, informative science that anyone can put into practice everyday to increase quality of life

By Forest Q

May 26, 2020

It's an excellent course and also my first course at Coursera, I will continue to learn at this platform.

By Aw Z Y

May 20, 2020

This course is very beneficial for everyone to learn and practice ways to improve one's happiness levels.

By Mary P B

May 12, 2020

This was a wonderful course, engaging professor, thoughtful presentations in an easily accessible format.