Learner Reviews & Feedback for The Science of Well-Being by Yale University
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CM
Nov 13, 2020
Awesome course. Many people suffer from depression and this course is great to understand and shift your state of mind. Can't solve a problem if you don't truly understand what's causing the problem.
IU
Nov 11, 2020
Loved the course. Filled with so many eye-opening nuggets as to what actually does (or doesn't) make us happier. Would recommend this to anyone wishing to learn more about the science of well-being.
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By Tonya D
鈥Apr 21, 2020
Great course! Useful scientific and practical application information. The exercises were relevant and showed results over time as measured by the pre and post testing. Loved it! I recommend it to everyone I know!
By Wendy B
鈥Oct 26, 2019
I really enjoyed this course and actually wished that it went more in-depth and were longer. I found the professor, Laurie Santos wonderful to listen to. She was clear and concise and made the subject interesting.
By Long D
鈥Apr 24, 2019
This is one great course that helped me a lot in the journey of understanding myself.
I hope the Q&A sections' voices from the students could be invested in further for raising the overall experience of the course.
By Rhian D
鈥Oct 28, 2021
Really interesting to learn about the theory of what makes us happy, as well as, behaviour change and then practical tips to actually put it into practice. The assignments were a great way to embed the learning.
By Vernon O
鈥Oct 31, 2020
Great course for the overall improvement of your life as a person. This is not going to help you improve your skills at work but it will definitely help you be more happy, positive, and stay away from depression.
By Ana P M
鈥Jul 26, 2020
I am so grateful for all the learnings that I got with Prof Laurie and Yale University to offer this opportunity for free. I really enjoyed it and appreciate it. I am feeling so proud of my personal achievements.
By Jennifer T
鈥Jun 3, 2020
This course is jam packed with a lot of cool science based facts. It'll help you learn how your mind works and if you are disciplined, you leave the course with a few additional "happiness" tools under your belt.
By Luis M
鈥May 31, 2020
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By Dan H
鈥May 30, 2020
I really enjoyed how Professor Santos pointed out all the obstacles that prevent us from experiencing a more enduring, long-lasting happiness. I also appreciate the concrete strategies to increase our well-being.
By Gail H
鈥May 26, 2020
Love love loved it . I appreciate myself, be more kind to others, am so much more thankful for my life and I still need to get my exercise in . I may just go back through the course because I enjoyed it so much.
By Denise C
鈥May 21, 2020
This was a fantastic course. Articulate, knowledgeable, engaging presenter. Excellent review of relevant scientific materials. Practical applications. Fast paced and not a dull moment. I highly recommend it.
By Ron K
鈥Apr 30, 2020
A topic and course that should be offered to High School and/or college students, maybe even eight grade. I took the course as a senior (in 70s) and found valuable, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis.
By Irfa A
鈥Apr 21, 2020
this is the best course to learn about real happiness and the standards and thing which has positive effects on our well-being. it tells some simple rewirement challenges which help to reset our different habits.
By Tyrone V H
鈥Oct 21, 2025
I really valued this course. As someone who has a rushed life due to my profession + having two young children, it was the perfect course for me at this time of my life. Great split between practical and theory.
By christi l
鈥Mar 29, 2023
Believe it when you hear this is the most popular course at Yale. The professor is thoughtful, empathetic, and impactful. I have recommended this to my peers and friends and think everyone can benefit from it.
By Larry F
鈥Jan 9, 2022
I love this course. Great job on presentation, variable teaching modalities, good assessment tools and all in an excellent accessible package. Kudos to Prof. Santos and her team on bringing the research to life.
By Kerry G
鈥Apr 12, 2021
Not only is this course incredibly interesting, it had a direct impact on my well-being. I'm still growing my use of the strategies I've learned and am enjoying sharing with others so that they can also benefit.
By Carolina P
鈥Jan 29, 2021
I like a lot this course, the methodoly used is very practical, clear and focus. I developmented abilities to recognize which aspects of my life give me a happy mood and well - being. Definitely I recommend you.
By Rob C
鈥Oct 13, 2020
Excellent overview. Very well researched with lots of studies and support documentation. Instructor does an excellent job of presentation and the Q&A systems are well worth the time to gain additional insight.
By Michaela R
鈥Jul 27, 2020
It was fun to learn more about well-being and happiness. The videos each week were great and easy to follow. What I liked the most, were the notes and links for each week (i.e. Ted Talks, pdfs, etc.). Thank you!
By Amy v L
鈥Jul 22, 2020
i appreciated the engaging videos, the content and way it was explained so it was easy to understand and the detailed behaviours to implement in my daily life so the I can practice positive habits for well being
By Rachel K
鈥Jul 16, 2020
Over 10 weeks my happiness scores increased. I was able to apply much of what was taught Definitely worth doing, interesting research and well-presented with a wealth of extra reading and references. Thank you.
By Charito D
鈥Jul 11, 2020
I enjoyed this class so much, and it has been months now, I am still using the re-wire app, it works for me, as I like to measure, myself, as the saying goes, if you can measure, you can enhance it - thank you,
By Tjasa
鈥Jun 29, 2020
The course is very informative. I generally love spychology and I learnt a lot of new information how the mind works. Like a vail was lifted on misconceptions, very eye-opening. Great job on building the course!
By Joana R A
鈥Jun 22, 2020
I love it. It helped me validate the things that I'm doing are effective tools, and I discovered new things that can help me deal with my triggers and other things that contribute to my anxiety and stress level.