A Guide To Critical Thinking and Practical Problem-solving

A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

-Lao Tzu


For a more successful and purposeful life.

The Reflective Human


Don’t be trapped by dogma—which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.
— Steve Jobs

STOP. BREATH. THINK.


The Ten Commitments are less about absolutes and serve more as a guide to putting our beliefs into action. They hold us accountable to our values. They ask humanists to be proactive versus reactive. They demonstrate that being humanist involves doing what is inherently right to ensure the well being of everyone and everything in this world. They inspire me to be better as a person - Kristin Wintermute

At The Reflective Human we are removing the paywall often found in-front of online soft skills training courses, and making them available free of charge on our website. While soft skills are often sold as necessary tools for professional development and success, we believe these are essential skills that should be available to all if we want a society that balances progress with compassion. We believe that by grounding our actions in empathy and rational thought, we can work towards a future that respects the dignity of every person, nurtures our environment and supports sustainable growth for all.

Featured Courses

“Mindfulness gives you time. Time gives you choices. Choices, skillfully made lead to freedom”  - Bante Henepola Gunaratana

Cultivating mindfulness offers us a powerful tool to enhance our overall well-being. This guide is designed to help integrate mindfulness practices into their daily lives, creating a greater sense of awareness, presence, and emotional balance.

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HOW TO CULTIVATE MINDFULNESS

EMBRACING THE POWER LOVE

In this guide will explore the impact of love on individual well-being, relationships, and community building. We start with an examination of love in its various forms—romantic, familial, platonic, and self-love—and the ways each influences our lives.

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BUILDING OF SELF-CONTROL AND DISCIPLINE

The ability to exercise self-control and discipline is key to developing self-awareness and emotional intelligence. This guide aims to explore the essential role that self-control and discipline play in achieving personal goals, managing impulses, and building resilience in the face of challenges. {Learn More}

HARNESSING THE POWER OF MEDITATION

Meditation offers a powerful tool for enhancing mental clarity, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. This guide is designed to introduce learners to the practices of meditation and its profound benefits. {Start Learning}

BECOMING A BETTER LISTENER

Effective listening is often overlooked in skills training, yet it is crucial for any meaningful communication. This guide focuses on enhancing our listening skills to promote emotional intelligence and unselfishness in both personal and professional settings. {Start Learning}

DEALING WITH LOSS

Loss is an unavoidable part of our human experience, understanding how to deal with it is essential for personal growth. This guide provides a framework for understanding and managing the multitude emotions we experience when dealing with loss. {Start Learning}

HOW TO MANAGE OTHERS EXPECTATION OF YOU

As we remind ourselves to manage our expectation of others, conversely we have to learn how to manage others expectation of us. In both personal and professional spheres, understanding and managing others' expectations is crucial for a healthy relationship and achieving personal satisfaction. This guide provides practical strategies for navigating external expectations. {Start Learning}

FINDING YOUR PERSONAL PURPOSE

Life can be filled with distractions and competing priorities and discovering your personal purpose can be both challenging and transformative. This guide is designed to lead us through a reflective journey aimed at uncovering our core values, passions and what our unique contributions to the world.

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DEALING WITH DEATH

This guide looks at death through a humanistic lens. We will review the philosophical, psychological, and cultural perspectives surrounding mortality. This topics covers the grieving process, the emotional and practical aspects of loss, rituals and customs, and the role of death in personal growth and emotional intelligence.

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THE POWER OF GIVING AND RECEIVING

Items trade hands daily and in this guide, we will explore the profound impacts that giving and receiving can have on our personal and communal lives. We will highlight the importance of generosity and the ability to accept support gracefully. {Start Learning}

DEALING WITH DEPRESSION

The root cause of depression is in the brain, and it is usually modulated by imbalances in the neurochemical pathways that account for our understanding and appreciation of our physical, emotional and social environment. Individuals dealing with depression are also prone to bouts of anxiety. {Start Learning}