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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 22, 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.

SL

Dec 23, 2015

i am a much happier person.This class helped me tremendouslyto see the glass half full(maybe even more than half full)rather than half empty.Thank you Dr. Happy Smartsand the Happiness Team

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By Vinney Z

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Nov 8, 2015

Good course

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Oct 26, 2015

Exceptional

By Cristina A

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Sep 16, 2015

Excellent!!

By Rosmery R L V

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Jul 2, 2021

Buen curso

By vikram k r

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Jan 28, 2021

very happy

By Humaira w

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Sep 26, 2020

I am happy

By Prabhakar J

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Jun 7, 2020

good corse

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May 24, 2020

Thank you.

By Ismael A D L O

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Aug 30, 2017

Excelente.

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Jul 20, 2017

Excelente!

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Apr 7, 2017

Thank You!

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Feb 15, 2017

Excelente!

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Oct 2, 2016

THANK YOU!

By Robbie N

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Jul 27, 2016

I love it!

By Nathalya M

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May 9, 2016

The best c

By Rob B

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Apr 17, 2016

Fun to do.

By Judith P A

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Mar 30, 2016

Excellent!

By Manmohan M

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Jan 27, 2016

Fantastic!

By John L

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Jan 5, 2016

Enjoyed it

By Nuria

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Oct 4, 2015

Just great

By Penny M

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Sep 29, 2015

Awesome!!!

By Md. B J

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May 17, 2025

Very nice

By Anick M

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May 26, 2023

good 100%

By yudith z

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Apr 18, 2023

GREAT JOB

By Dibyendu D

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Jun 15, 2022

very good