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About the Course

NEW TEEN VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: https://maonline.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....

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SD

Aug 4, 2020

Nice course. Coursera helps me a lot with give me financial freedom. I want to do more course from this platform like meditation, mindfulness, etc. Etc. Please coursera help me. Thank you. Love you.

MP

Sep 14, 2022

T​his course can be life changing if you implement the concepts. I loved the professor and also loved the podcast that further goes into more detail about the things that actually bring us happiness.

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By Thomas N

Dec 18, 2021

Good nuts and bolts course on positive psychology. I took Dr. Seligman's 5 month course and enjoyed this much more. Laurie is charming.

By Jenny C

Dec 10, 2021

i hold 7 degrees in general, ( 3 masters) , i have to say that she one of the greatest teachers ever.

just wish i was a student in YALE

By Lisa D

Nov 6, 2021

A truly interesting course. Although it took me a while to complete, the teachings involved were excellent. I would recommend to all.

By Tianle W

Sep 8, 2021

This course is great! It is life-renewing! I am now a less confused college graduate on happiness and what I should plan my life to be.

By GEMA B

May 23, 2021

Useful 100%, you learn from research and theory and also will learn about how to bring all your knowledge into a daily routine. Thanks!

By Sylvia L

Apr 27, 2021

This course helped to rewire my way of thinking during a time of unease. It was enjoyable listening to the lectures and easy to follow.

By Plinio S P M

Apr 19, 2021

Eu gostei muito da abordagem científica por trás de todos os aspectos da felicidade. Muito a estrutura do curso e a avaliação. Parabéns

By Paul V

Apr 15, 2021

Love to learn and was very happy with this course. Not overloaded with work and everything was personal to me. Love it and thank you.

By Sandra C T

Apr 9, 2021

Great course! And so full of informative information that I had no idea about. Really enjoyed it. One of my most favorite courses ever.

By Nathalie A

Mar 28, 2021

This course is for anyone who needs help; it's practical, motivating, instructional and brings joy. I loved it and might take it again.

By Pamela C

Dec 30, 2020

This course was great! I liked the video presentations and the opportunity to put into practice ways to improve our well-being. Thanks!

By Krista S

Dec 12, 2020

Excellent course about well-being and how to improve yours. Also a lot of details how science underlines strategies and misconceptions.

By Shaquyla

Oct 21, 2020

This course is very informative and has helped me learn the skills needed to rebuild and change my habits. Thank you, Dr Laurie Santos!

By U V

Oct 8, 2020

If your are looking to learn and practice the latest in the science of happiness/ well-being you will not be disappointed — Just do it!

By Kainat H

Sep 30, 2020

the best things I did in my life so far

Dr Laurie Santos is soo amazing instructor and life changing coach

highly recommended this course

By Arundhati S

Sep 12, 2020

What an incredible course! Very actionable, and science-based techniques to be happy and feel better. Everyone should take this course!

By Ceris M

Aug 25, 2020

This course should be obligatory in all schools!!! Perfect antidote to a scary world where you can easily get your priorities confused.

By Vinesh B

Aug 16, 2020

Loved this course. Goes over how expectations affect well-being. Enjoyed the practical aspect of the course in the second half as well.

By Cam F

Aug 6, 2020

Game-changer. Confirms things I've heard for decades, but backs it up with data. Laurie was great to hear and be with over these weeks.

By Dina E

Jul 16, 2020

This is an amazing course and I would advise anyone to take it. It is life changing. I am extremely proud to have finished it recently.

By Susan G

Jul 7, 2020

This class was particularly helpful during these challenging times, it helped me develop several skills and techniques to calm my head.

By ROSA P A C

Jul 1, 2020

Aprendí muchas cosas sobre mi misma, me ayudo a plantear mis objetivos y a organizar mi mente. Los consejos que brindan son excelentes.

By Manisha S

Jun 26, 2020

Excellent course with loads of strategies which can be incorporated to lead a more satisfying and fulfilling life! Highly recommend it.

By Jennifer D

Jun 21, 2020

This course is given by an excellent professor. All I kept thinking was "why didn't I have professors like her when I was in college?"

By Krisabele B

Jun 16, 2020

It helped me understand what makes someone happy. It redirected me to want the "right things" and gave me tools on how to achieve them.