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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

TD

Oct 21, 2020

This course is very helpful. Dr. Raj is very entertaining. The six weeks or so just flew by. Highly recommended for those who want to learn about Happiness and help other people become happy.

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 liliana g

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Aug 13, 2015

Great set of mind and heart tools to develop

By Dr. K K S

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Aug 7, 2024

Good information and knowledge was obtained

By Keilly m F

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Oct 19, 2020

Excelente curso, me encantó es de lo mejor.

By Suheir H A H

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Sep 2, 2020

Really many thanks to Mr Raj for everything

By Omolewa T

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May 25, 2020

I want to earn a certificate on this course

By Valéry B

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Jul 17, 2017

Thanks. The 6 weeks course is very helpful.

By Nadllely S

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Dec 15, 2016

Excelente curso!!! Totalmente recomendable!

By Laci H

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Oct 24, 2016

This course is a great learning experience!

By Adriana

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Jul 6, 2016

Muy buen curso. Super divertido y dinámico.

By Jasneet k

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Mar 15, 2016

It's not mere course, It's a way of life :)

By Marilyn G

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Mar 13, 2016

Thank you with the utmost sincerity!

Namaste

By Jan E

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Jan 29, 2016

such a great course!!

Thank you so much, Raj

By claudia e g f

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Jul 17, 2023

Hola! me encantó el curso, muchas gracias!

By Mansi S

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Jun 23, 2020

EXCELLENT COURSE.....EVERYONE SHOULD DO IT

By Aravinth M

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Jun 9, 2018

It is a great way to understand happiness.

By Gerlyn

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Dec 5, 2017

This course is just AWESOME!! I love it!!!

By Nguyen T T A

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Jun 25, 2017

thankfully for a course very useful for me

By Carlos H

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Mar 28, 2016

Excellent! everyone has to do this course!

By MEYLIN C

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Jan 27, 2016

Excellent, clair et de facile application.

By kirthika t

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Nov 20, 2015

superb course. Recommending to friends .

By ishita g

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Oct 15, 2015

Best and the most interesting course ever.

By Jedsadaporn T

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Sep 25, 2015

Excellent course with full of inspiration.

By Mad M

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Sep 13, 2015

I like this. I curious and want happy more

By SUSHANTO D

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Aug 29, 2021

EXTREMLY HAPPY TO ATTEND ALL THE CLASSES.