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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

GK

Jun 2, 2019

I have taken a dozen courses online. This is the most challenging and fulfilling course I have taken so far. And I believe that the course shall be beneficial to all people in different walks of life.

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 Louis P

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Oct 15, 2018

This is very informative. I hope there will be some advanced classes coming.

By Ali D

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Sep 5, 2025

Such a good way to step outside of your normal and get back to the real you!

By Linzie K

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May 5, 2025

I loved this course and have already been able to apply my learning to life.

By Rukhsana S

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Jul 27, 2024

It was wonderful to learn the science of well being. Everyone MUST learn it!

By Kibibi S

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May 10, 2024

Learning what truly makes us HAPPY is a life-cheat-code! Thanks Dr. Santos!

By Oliva G

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Jun 5, 2023

¡Excelente! Realmente me ayudó a una transformación de vida. Muchas gracias.

By Rizwan G

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Nov 15, 2022

This course is wonderful it will tell you what's going on in your daily life

By Abdur R B M R

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Oct 24, 2022

This is a great course <3 Proffesor Lori Santos is a very good explainer <3

By AJ

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Aug 7, 2022

amazing course. I was satisfied and surprised about how many things I learnt

By C P N

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Jun 19, 2022

It is an essentail program that every individual should attend and practice!

By Rebecca H

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Jun 8, 2022

This course is packed with all the tools to make your life and others happy.

By Grace J V

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Apr 8, 2022

This is an enlightening and empowering course. Thank you, Dr. Laurie Santos!

By Asha G

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Mar 20, 2022

Amazing learning outcomes. Helped me understand what happiness is all about.

By Michael F

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Mar 16, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed tis course and learned a lot from doing it. Thank-you !

By Liz W

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Jan 24, 2022

Helpful, great references, engaging assignments and application of learning!

By TuttiED I D E P 2

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Dec 1, 2021

Powerful Experience ! Great Impact on my well being ! Thank you Dr. Santos !

By Rik G

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Jun 1, 2021

Hippie Dippie topic with solid scientific foundations. I strongly recommend!

By Mattias H

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May 22, 2021

A good mix between theory and practice. I like that all is based on science.

By Tess S

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May 18, 2021

Very informative and well researched. Laurie Santos is a fantastic lecturer.

By Adam H

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Apr 2, 2021

This course helped me when I needed to improve my own well-being. Thank you.

By Amanda S

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Mar 30, 2021

I really enjoyed this course and am sure going to use the knowledge acquired

By Beata O

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Mar 15, 2021

It's a very engaging course, allowing me to reflect on my daily performance.

By Umar A

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Mar 3, 2021

This course will cast all the misperceptions and darkness in your head away.

By Gail

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Feb 10, 2021

Great Instructor. I enjoyed this course. Thank you for offering it for free.