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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....

Top reviews

NN

Mar 31, 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.

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!

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By Chikleet M

Jun 8, 2020

Wipes away your misconceptions about happiness , backed by various researches and facts. More than worth the time.

By Pema D

Jun 8, 2020

Amazing! I am a happier person and have learned new skills to help me continue on my path towards true happiness.

By Azita G

Jun 3, 2020

Brilliant & the learnings are profound! Thank you Prof. Laurie, Coursera and team for sharing this with the world.

By Ethan B

Jun 1, 2020

Best course I’ve ever taken online. It was truly interesting:) I can’t wait to read more research from dr. Santos!

By Rohit U

May 19, 2020

recommended for every one...there is always scope to me more happy and positive and this course helps you with it,

By Abigail V

May 17, 2020

Loved it. It was a lot of fun and an impactful course for the better. It helps you steer your course to happiness.

By catherine m

May 14, 2020

What a joy! This course was evidence based interesting and applicable to my life right now. Thanks so much Laurie.

By Candy W

Apr 29, 2020

Great course that has a good combination of knowledge and practical homework. It is easy to follow and understand.

By Joe L

Apr 28, 2020

I really enjoy this class. Other than the quiz being a little buggy, everything is beyond my expectations. Thanks!

By Annabelle M

Apr 22, 2020

Very positive mindset training these weeks rewired my thinking. Good material and course on making oneself better.

By James S

Apr 10, 2020

Outstanding course....The professor was fun and engaging--this course was absolutely well worth it in these times.

By Sorin D

Mar 9, 2020

Such a great course ! Strongly recommend it, it will positively affect the way you see the environment around you.

By Dionne L

Dec 28, 2019

Thoroughly enjoyed this course in particular identifying the emperical evidence for how/why these strategies work.

By Nicole P

Dec 2, 2019

Great course! Definitely gives you new perspectives in managing your well being in today's very distracting world.

By Jennifer L

Oct 10, 2019

Excellent usage of your time! Go take the class, I truly, profoundly impacts your happiness level. How can it not?

By Namood-e-Sahar

Feb 5, 2019

There are maximum only 5 stars to rate....wish I could give 10 stars to this course. Thank You Professor Laurie :)

By jorge s

Aug 27, 2018

excelente curso, enseña cosa que parecen obvias y no lo son, es motivante y ayuda a ser feliz, cumple el objetivo.

By Hsiao W C

Jun 24, 2018

Very insightful and it provided me with tools that I am now applying in my everyday life in an effort to be happy.

By Natasher N W

Aug 11, 2024

My life is on a more positive path after completing this course, and I loved every single minute of this journey.

By chance b

Jul 26, 2023

This is a great course. I recommend it for all college and high school students. great introduction into wellness

By Carolina C

Aug 4, 2022

Very interesting course and content! It was very pleasent to learn from Laurie, she explains things very clearly.

By Gabriela M

May 9, 2022

Amazing course and I think everybody who is interested in finding happiness from within should take this course.

By Natalie A

Feb 14, 2022

It was time well spent - illuminating the simple truths and then putting in the effort to make the shift. Thanks!

By Catherine A

Sep 8, 2021

This was my very first college course (I am 57 years old) and I loved it! Laurie Santos is an amazing professor!