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About the Course

What are the determinants of a happy and fulfilling life? This is surely one of life’s biggest questions, and a question that has interested many of our ancestors. Buddha famously gave up his kingdom in search of happiness. Several Greek philosophers (from Aristotle to Epicurus and Plato to Socrates) had their own views on what it takes to be happy. And of course, we all have our own theories about happiness too. How valid are our theories? Until recently, if you wished for an answer to this question, you would've been forced to base it on discussions with spiritual leaders. Or, if you were lucky, you could've based it on late-night (and perhaps intoxicant-fueled) conversations with friends and family. Happily, all that has changed now. Over the past decade-and-a-half, scientists have gotten into the act big time. We now have a pretty good idea of what it takes to lead a happy and fulfilling life. This course, based on the award-winning class offered both at the Indian School of Business and at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin, developed by Prof. Raj Raghunathan (aka "Dr. Happy-smarts") draws content from a variety of fields, including psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral decision theory to offer a tested and practical recipe for leading a life of happiness and fulfillment. Although not mandatory, reading Prof. Raj's forthcoming book, titled If you're so smart, why aren't you happy? can help you review and assimilate the material covered in this book at your leisure. For Coursera learners alone, the hardcover version of the book is available for a deep discount of 50%, plus shipping and handling. You can order the hardcover for 50% off by writing to Aaron at: Aaron@800ceoread.com. Please mention that you are a student of the "coursera happiness course" in your email. The course will feature guest appearances by several well-known thought leaders, including: - Dan Ariely (author of Predictably Irrational and, soon to be released, Irrationally Yours), - Ed Diener (“Dr. Happiness”), - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (author of Flow), By taking this course, you will discover the answers to questions such as: - Why aren’t the smart-and-the-successful as happy as they could—or should—be - What are the “7 Deadly Happiness Sins” that even the smart and the successful commit?, and - What are the “7 Habits of the Highly Happy” and how can you implement them in your life? By the end of the course, I expect students who have been diligent with the lectures and exercises to not just gain a deeper understanding of the science of happiness, but to also be significantly happier....

Top reviews

PP

Aug 3, 2020

The course has been challenging , yet fulfilling. Conducted in a scientific way, the course has changed the way I look at Happiness ! Thanks a lot Dr. Raj and team for making the course so engrossing!

JM

Apr 27, 2021

It is a nice course but the numbers of assignments to review are too much (5) should be 2 or 3, sometimes you have to wait days for others students assignments or for your assignment to be review.

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By Olaf D

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Dec 13, 2015

I think this is a wonderful course, very inspiring!

By Roland I

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Aug 18, 2015

V meaningful; very uplifting presenters. Thank you.

By Bikash

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Sep 27, 2021

Good Experience. Learns a lot. Thanks to Coursera.

By Aman K g

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Aug 11, 2020

it helped me to find happiness and being confident

By Ana J F F

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May 28, 2020

It's a great course and I learned a lot with that.

By thomas

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Mar 13, 2017

Thank you for the class. It was really insightful.

By Alex T

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Jul 31, 2016

This has been very informative and helpful for me.

By Amit B

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Nov 17, 2015

Amazing course - very well designed and delivered.

By Michelle L

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Oct 1, 2015

Amazing course! I would recommend it to everybody!

By Sofia O D C

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Oct 3, 2021

Me pareció un curso muy interesante y reflectivo.

By Pamela F

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Apr 26, 2021

This course is both entertaining and educational!

By Frank

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Jul 14, 2020

Comprehensive and very instructive. Thanks a lot.

By América V V

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Oct 21, 2017

The source of happiness is inside :D Thaks!!!!!!

By Roseanne T

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Jul 28, 2017

Possibly the most fantastic MOOC of all time. <3

By Dmytro K

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Apr 21, 2017

Very interesting course. Recommend it to everyone

By Alexandra K

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Jul 18, 2016

It is the best course on Coursere that I ever saw

By Steve

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Feb 29, 2016

Practical and scientific approach to being happy.

By Hannes K

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Jan 3, 2016

This course enriched my life and was fun as well.

By Vira D

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Dec 25, 2015

This course is awesome! I am enjoying every word.

By SANTOSH K

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Nov 14, 2015

Amazing Course!! Everyone should do this couse :)

By Luis I P S

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Aug 20, 2015

Excelent course! it is very funny and interesting

By Altyngul T

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Aug 15, 2015

Very interesting, and the lecturer is just great!

By Lori H

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Aug 7, 2015

loved this course, leaned a lot and want to share

By Christina B

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Mar 16, 2021

fantastic and useful course! I could do it again

By Fabio M

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Sep 21, 2020

A well done, informative and content-rich course