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The Science of Well-Being
The Science of Well-Being
Instructor: Laurie Santos
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3 weeks at 6 hours a week
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There are 10 modules in this course
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5 videos9 readings2 plugins
What do we think will make us happy?
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7 videos3 readings1 assignment
Why do we mispredict what makes us happy?
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8 videos3 readings1 assignment
How we counteract our annoying features of the mind?
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7 videos3 readings1 assignment
What can we do to improve our happiness?
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11 videos3 readings1 assignment
How can we intentionally put these strategies into practice and build healthier habits?
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5 videos3 readings1 assignment
What rewirement will you commit to for the next 4 weeks?
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1 video3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
How can you rely on others to help you change your behaviors?
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1 video2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
How can you design your environment to help you change your behaviors?
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1 video2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
What mindset can you have to appreciate your progress so far and continue your progress beyond the course?
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4 videos6 readings1 peer review1 discussion prompt2 plugins
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5
Reviewed on Mar 30, 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.
JP
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Reviewed on May 17, 2020
This course is well worth the time and commitment and came out of this course with some valuable information and tools. I feel the more people that take the course, the better we can be as a society.
IC
5
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. :)
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