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The Science of Well-Being
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The Science of Well-Being
Instructor: Laurie Santos
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There are 6 modules in this course
Why take this course?
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6 videos6 readings1 assignment
What do we think will make us happy?
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4 videos2 readings1 assignment
Why do we mispredict what makes us happy?
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6 videos2 readings1 assignment
How we counteract our annoying features of the mind?
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5 videos2 readings1 assignment
What can we do to improve our happiness?
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10 videos2 readings1 assignment
How can we intentionally put these strategies into practice and build healthier habits?
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6 videos7 readings2 assignments
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Reviewed on Sep 21, 2020
I found the course content to be interesting and very well organized. I often find myself thinking about the ideas presented and how to apply them to my daily life. Dr.Laurie Santos did a great job!
IC
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021
Absolutely amazing course with a large dose of science and practical exercises. The instructor is very knowledgeable. It was a pleasure for me to attend the course and listen to Laurie every week. :)
RS
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2020
Awesome course. I am really happy that I took this course and benefited from it. Some of the practice I learnt are life changing and have had a very profound impact on my life. Thank you Prof Santos.
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