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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

LG

Apr 21, 2023

Magnificent!

Clear and concise revelations about the human condition, how to understand the tricky nature of our minds and practical advice about how to counteract those deceptions.

Marvellous.!

LH

Aug 21, 2020

Great fun way of learning about personal thought processing, attitudes and well-being.

Very helpful course to get me to assess my life and how to make the changes I needed to improve my well-being.

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By Sonia R

May 15, 2022

Laurie, you did a fantastic course on the Science of Well-Being. I learned new ways of managing realistically how to achieve wellness which is so connected to experiencing happiness as you live a purposeful and meaningful life.

I like the evidence-based content and the practical ways of rewirement. Thank you, Teacher Laurie, for being a wonderful life changer.

By Jessica D

Jul 27, 2020

I am very surprised about the content of this course and all the scientific research that was done up to now about the subject that goes from things that makes us happy and also how our mind works. I am very pleased to have completed this course in such a difficult period we are all facing. It is definitely helping me to come through it better than I expected.

By Christine B A

Jul 23, 2020

The science of wellbeing is the best way to learn new strategies, tricks and habits to get in order to boost your happiness, everything backed up by science. Explained in a very simple entry level way, any one can do this course and have great results from it. Knowledge that will be useful YOUR ENTIRE LIFE. Everyone should do this course, it will surprise you.

By L H

Jul 19, 2020

I highly recommend this course. During these 10 weeks I learned the Science of Well-Being and more importantly how to put this knowledge into practice. Based on my own experience my well being score went up a just under a full point. I have been able to take what I've learned and share with my friends therefore increasing the well-being of those in my circle.

By Alicja K

Jun 16, 2020

I have taken a few different courses on Coursera, but I can say with all honesty that this course is truly life-changing. Ten weeks went past before I even knew it, my happiness score went up by more than 100% and I've learned so much about psychology, as well as everyday use practices to make my life a happier one. I will definitely be rewatching this course.

By Julia D

Jun 4, 2020

An absolutely life changing course that gives you all the theory from social comparisons to strategies for goal setting. This course will benefit those who are struggling mentally, particularly during Covid-19, to aspire to reach longer term happiness through a range of exercises that will cognitively resonate and remain transfixed within the memory for ever.

By Violeta R

May 21, 2020

A definite must for anyone looking to improve their quality of life. The things that you think make you happy might not matter as much as you think. I thought the course was very well thought out and assembled, and the information presented in a way that was interesting and easy to understand. So grateful to have had this opportunity to complete this course.

By Roula S B

Sep 5, 2022

The Science of Well-Being course gave me an immersive and cognitively challenging experience. The course helped me to identify my capabilities and how to control my behavior in various situations.

I would like to command Prof. Laurie Santos engaging and vivid way of giving the course she clearly presented the skills, tools, concepts, and techniques. Thank you.

By Connie W

Mar 21, 2021

I found this course through a random online comment, and I am so very grateful for that person’s feedback. I found the course 100% engaging and useful, particularly as I was feeling some “virus fatigue.” Thank you, Dr. Santos and Coursera for offering this wonderfully presented information and pragmatic content. Learning by doing simply stated is THE BEST.

By Nicki H

Dec 10, 2020

I have done a lot of digital learning this year, but THIS course was by far my favorite! I loved the style of teaching/sharing ; the research supporting the concepts was on point and kept me reading for days but mostly I have found a difference in my quality of thinking and reframing resulting in a much happier me! I would recommend (and have) this course!

By Jennifer p e a

Nov 7, 2020

The topic we discussed was very interesting, it achievesan introespection and selfquestioning in whoever works it.

I was glad to see the changes and achievements that I have had and now I am working an other change.

And it has been intereting to see that other around me have been interested in changes and have asked me to share the link to take the course.

Tanks

By Dylan C

Jul 31, 2020

I found the class very helpful in learning new skills to use daily to help boost happiness and feelings of well-being. I really enjoyed the daily rewirement exercises and know that they helped me find more happiness in being present in my life. I highly recommend this course. I have recommended it to others who have also taken it and found it helpful as well.

By Christy J

May 30, 2020

It is important to have an attitude of gratitude. This course provides scientific studies to prove that happiness starts from within. You DO have ultimate control of how happy you are. Prof. Santos presents the information in an engaging way that makes you want to learn more, do more and be more. Thank you for making this course available for all to enjoy.

By bronwyn w

Jul 11, 2021

I loved this course! It gave me good tips on how to achieve happiness and the things we think will make us happy, but really don't. It helped me understand that my behavior was human behavior and what strategies I can use to counteract my normal, human behavior. I will be coming back to review and remind myself and use the strategies to be happy! Thank you!!

By Cindy C

Apr 5, 2021

Enlightening and interesting, this course helped me tremendously in my pursuit of happiness. The mist important takeaway is the rewirements, we can change our lives for the better by changing a few small things, that led to even greater happiness. It is also wonderful to see the validation that taking care of yourself creates more self happiness. Thank you!!

By Uma R

Jul 20, 2020

Learning "The Science of Well Being" was a mind opener and reassured most of my current practices lead towards peace and happiness in and around me. It was thoroughly enjoyable and Laurie Santos and the team were quite engaging. Will definitely recommend to anyone seeking knowledge on being happy whilst setting the right goals in leading a successful life.

By Adam A K

Jun 10, 2020

This is a great course that I would thoroughly recommend to anyone and everyone. The professor is very engaging and there is enough discussion with her students to clear up most questions. The things that are learned on the course can be practised at home and if taken seriously can change your life. I am very pleased I took this course and you should too.

By Ali H

Jun 8, 2020

This course really helped me learn to discipline myself and dedicate the right amount of effort to achieving the goals that would essentially make me happy. I am about 12% happier by completing this course. In addition, I learned of scientific evidence that has come to show that a lot of what we think we know about what makes us truly happy is in fact false!

By Becky H

Jun 8, 2020

This course has helped me find happiness in the little things again. I'd been feeling a bit down and self conscious, and now I'm able to stop, think, appreciate, admire life again. When I'd go on a hike, instead of thinking about what comes next, I'd focus on living in the now, and all the things around me to be grateful more. I highly recommend this course.

By K. J V

May 22, 2020

The course provides learners with research and tools to maximise their own well-being, as well as to assess where "Happiness" and its definition is subjective and contingent on personal thoughts, observations, choices and influences. Understanding all the internal and external factors that affect happiness or inner peace, is a universal tool needed by all.

By Gihan I

May 4, 2020

Prof Laurie Santos does a remarkable job in this presentation with lots of references and techniques to support her Course. Having students participating turned me off initially but then I realized that the Q&A sessions revealed depth and added to the learning.

The interviews were outstanding and very useful. The learning readings are great! wonderful course.

By John M

Dec 13, 2019

I really enjoyed the course and I thought the professor was engaging, articulate and interesting. I would strongly recommend the course to anyone who is interested in understanding happiness as it helps with myth debunking and gives you a solid set of tools to change your self and your happiness. My first Coursera course too which was really cool. Thank you.

By Nadjmeddine D

Nov 29, 2023

Dr. Laurie Santos from Yale made it an exceptional experience to discover innersole, and its reflection on reality and how to be positive and focused on the things that really matters on your life. Thank you for the course, I really appreciate being part of the audit to this unique journey, and thank you for the gifted certificate. Best wishes, @E3nnovation

By Annechina S

Jun 28, 2022

Great course, 1. the educators are inspiring, engaging and highly-knowledgable.

2. the online course is easy to follow, easy to commit to

3. the fact that it is a hands on course, pushing you to push yourself (if you want to), is a great deeping on the knowledge obtained.

This isn't course that just makes you think, it also makes you do! I highly recommend it.

By Janet F

May 18, 2022

I really enjoyed learning about the science of well-being and happiness from Dr. Laurie Santos. As a fan of her podcast, I knew that she wouldn't disappoint me. But I came away with a newfound appreciation for things like sleep and savouring that can help me and my level of happiness.

Thank you Laurie. I look forward to learning more from you in the future.