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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

SD

May 24, 2020

This is an amazing Course and is highly recommended. Prof. Raj has amazing energy while delivering the course and a great sense of connect with his students even while we are learning virtually.

MM

Nov 11, 2017

I knew some of the topics but other were new to me, I found particularly interesting the primer to mindfulness and meditation.Prof. Raj style is really good and the course is nicely crafted

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By Maribel C

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Aug 24, 2015

Too practical and enjoyable.

By ANIKET G

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May 14, 2021

i did'nt got my certificate

By fabrina t f

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Nov 16, 2020

The best course that I did.

By Shreyam R

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Jul 29, 2020

Loved the course very much.

By Viswajit K

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Apr 30, 2020

Superb I have enjoyed a lot

By Paula X M C

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Jun 19, 2017

Awesome Course! Thanksss!!!

By Marius F

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Jun 18, 2016

Refreshing and enlightening

By ALEXANDROS C

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Dec 18, 2015

Interesting and exciting...

By Susmita A

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Jul 12, 2021

This experience is awesome

By MEIYARASAN V K

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Aug 28, 2020

good and intresting videos

By Najmussaman P

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Aug 25, 2020

Excellent way to teaching.

By ROHITH K

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Aug 17, 2020

Wonderful Course. Loved it

By yerra p r

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Jul 27, 2020

great knowledgeable course

By annarita z

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May 18, 2020

It's a five-stars course!!

By Rasha A

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Jan 31, 2019

Thank you soooooooooo much

By Yaneth C R G

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Apr 10, 2018

Gracias por la experiencia

By Adrianna M

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May 25, 2017

Me cambio la vida ! Thanks

By Camila B

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Jun 13, 2016

Excellent, very inspiring!

By Alexandra B

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Feb 1, 2016

Great concept! Much needed

By Fanny C

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Dec 20, 2015

Dinámico y enriquecedor :)

By Jessica C

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Nov 18, 2015

What an awesome adventure!

By Shin I R

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Nov 19, 2022

This is a amazing course.

By Anitha S

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Jul 14, 2021

It was a Great Experience

By Aryan P

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Jul 1, 2021

It was a good experience.

By Darpan

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Jul 18, 2020

good to enhance knowledge