The Power of Happiness

14 video lessons
8 hours and 55 minutes of class content
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The search for happiness is your key to greater success. Do you know what makes you happy and how to get more of it? Most of us have no idea what drives our internal joy triggers. In this course, you will learn that happiness is concrete and achievable. More importantly, happiness has tremendous benefits for every area of our life.

Vanessa Van Edwards has cracked the code of happiness. She runs the Science of People, a human behavior research lab. After studying the underlying patterns that drive our behavior for 4 years, Vanessa has come up with a framework for happiness—and a system for applying the latest scientifically backed happiness principles to your own life.

This class is designed to be watched over time. Just one lesson a day will keep you on track. Or feel free to binge-watch all the lessons in one day! Rewatch the lessons whenever you need a refresher.

Vanessa’s methods are based on exhaustive research and solid science. This course is based on a literature review of 246 happiness studies, an audit of happiness data from over 12,000 people, and 4 years of research. The metrics that justify her research are just as compelling. Research has found that 50% of our happiness is genetic and 10% is the result of our environment. That means 40% of our happiness is influenced by behavior and mindset. Vanessa will focus on the 40% that you can address, so you can get back on track with your life and your goals.

Don’t be a passive learner! Students who purchase the class will also receive Vanessa’s comprehensive workbook with over 90 pages of exercises, charts, graphs and challenges to keep you on track to becoming a happier person.

Need an extra boost of positive motivation? Join The Power of Happiness Facebook Group to stay connected to people like you, who are retraining their brains and learning the true power of happiness.

Vanessa Van Edwards

Vanessa Van Edwards is lead investigator at the Science of People. She is the national bestselling author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding With People, which has been translated into 14 languages. Her innovative work on behavior, communication and relationships have been featured on CNN, NPR and Fast Company and Entrepreneur Magazine. Her YouTube videos have been seen by over 24 million people.

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The Power of Happiness with Vanessa Van Edwards is rated 4.9 stars by 31 students

Janine C. Aug 25, 2022

I believe these concepts should have been more light because of the title. The course has some interesting anecdotes and data, but it is quite long. I wish it was more succinct in my opinion. I have skipped a few chapters, but overall is a good course.
Yvonne S. Sep 23, 2019

Fantastic
Gary W. Aug 29, 2018

I just LOVE the detail that Vanessa put into this class. I was in a bit of burnout, and this class jumped out at me. I climbed on for an awesome ride. It was a bit overwhelming at first to pick a place to start. I started with sleep and saw results within the first week. I was skeptical if it was working, but then my wife commented on how much calm I have seemed. I'm excited to start my other happiness experiments
Naomi L. Aug 19, 2018

I am so grateful for this course and for Vanessa. I took this course a few weeks ago and my happiness audit was at 100 neither happy nor unhappy. Now i feel so much happier and everything in my life has improved as a ripple effect and i am 134 on the happiness audit. This course really pays off if you put the work in and follow Vanessa's amazing guidance. It is such a fun, uplifting and brilliant course, i highly recommend it to everyone.
Ginny M. Jul 25, 2018

I LOVE everything about this course! I learned 1000% more than I expected to (ended up taking 50 pages of hand-written notes). I am so grateful to Vanessa for sharing these skills.
Michal L. Apr 8, 2018

OK so unlike this person, I have a relevant Ph.D. (from a top university) and two masters and am officially more qualified to teach this then her. I do agree with one negative post that her saying she did "research" and that her team does "research" is really reading about other people's research. She should fix that. That said, she if AMAZINGLY GOOD AT TEACHING THIS MATERIAL. So, I forgive the lack of PhD and the lack of being trained to do primary research in this area. It is OK. She is OUTSTANDING at delivering the material, so hey, if you can't do the research, teach it! Turns out, she is better at teaching it than the vast majority of the people with PhDs who do the research themselves. : ) You go girl! : ) BRAVO! (Just stop calling reading articles research.. secondary research is not quite the same thing as primary research, and when people talk about doing research, they generally mean primary.)
LA M. Apr 8, 2018

love this and so easy to add into your life and evaluate
David N. Mar 31, 2018

This class stands out from other classes one can usually find in the "self-development" category. Other programs of this kind often choose the "problem area" for you, this one let's you choose. I experienced that this course taught me about myself, whereas most courses teach me about other subjects. I really enjoyed it.
Deirdre E. Mar 15, 2018

Vanessa is so generous with her research, knowledge and personal experieces!!! She is constantly encouraging us to take what we've learned and pass it on. It's impossible not to feel more optimistic, you can put almost ever hack into practice immediately and you just want others to be able do the same!
Shonna H. May 8, 2017

I first saw Vanessa on Chase Jarvis's show and was transfixed! I RSVP'd to all of her classes. She is so warm and accessible and her tips and tricks are helpful, specific, and totally do-able. I'm looking forward to increased happiness :)
Jana G. Jan 25, 2017

Workshop of great value! Many resources to take away, many tips to improve your daily life. The topic was very extended to areas like self-skills assessment, productivity, time management. Vanessa was super prepared - setting an example for us all.
Amy A. Oct 19, 2016

Awesome Class. new start.
A. Oct 17, 2016

Cool!!! How did that happen?
U. Oct 13, 2016

This is the best class ever! Following it makes you feel happy already. :-)Vanessa is a great presenter, very structured class with a great mix of theory and pratical tools that you can implement right away. Love it!
Meg . Oct 12, 2016

This class is so valuable and it's truly for everyone. The workbook gently walks you through self assessment and helps you figure out how you're spending your time, what makes you happy, and what you're good at. I highly recommend purchasing this course, it proves its value as it energizes and gives you the a-ha's to finding your happiness.
Nawaz A. Oct 11, 2016

Vanessa u awesome! each every time :)
Antonio I. Oct 10, 2016

Vanessa is engaging and positive in every class, really gets you in the mood for working. This is a great course, and mandatory for all of us who want to start creating that upward spiral and being emotionally open for happiness and create a change in your life.
Jennifer O. Oct 7, 2016

This was a powerful class with so many tools and doable takeaways. Vanessa brings an authenticity to her course. The content is rich and saturated with ideas to spark new challenges and experiences. I am coming away with many things to work on, quests for life change, and inspiration to impact others. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
Jennifer L. Oct 7, 2016

Do you want to find happiness? And take control of your life, and ignite happiness in others? Are you looking to boost your self confidence or looking for ways to make your world a better place? If you said YES to these questions and are curious about the power of happiness, please check out The Power Of Happiness course with Vanessa Van Edwards! This course will awaken you and empower you with practical steps. Check it out. I guarantee you will be glad that you made the investment! Jennifer Lee A student of The Power Of Happiness
Juleen L. Oct 7, 2016

Vanessa provides both thoughtful and practical tools to harness and celebrate happiness on a daily basis. Her discussions include so many gems of wisdom that I look forward to implementing. Vanessa's teaching style is honest and relatable. I highly recommend this course!
Susie S. Oct 7, 2016

Vanessa's Happiness class is a perfect mix of tools and play. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to create true happiness in life, and create visibility with other like-minded happy people!
Andrea M. Oct 7, 2016

This course gave me actionable ways to think about my mindset and take some manageable steps toward improving my happiness. My cheeks were really feeling how much smiling and laughter (as well as dancing!) is included in each of the 10 days. Accepting that my own happiness is an ongoing skill to be exercised, as well as one that can encourage contagious happiness for my friends and family too.
Z. Oct 7, 2016

It was so refreshing to have a 10 day course on Happiness that offered real science, ROI statistics, clear structure and realistic tactics, tips and hacks. Vanessa's passion and her approach is a true gift and I can't wait to pay it forward. Thank you!
vladimir T. Oct 6, 2016

Course is valuable, Vanessa is great, keeps that awareness of ourselves going!
Monica S. Oct 5, 2016

Very easy to follow and engaging. Great information and a lot to think of!!! great speaker.

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