How to Human

Imagine a world where a single small shift can send a ship miles away from its intended destination. This analogy perfectly captures the essence of what many of us experienced in 2020—a year that did not just bring a global pandemic but a profound disruption to the very fabric of our humanity. Our natural design as humans—to instinctively come together, to help and protect one another—was shaken, leaving many feeling lost and disconnected. In the middle of a chaotic mall, a group of strangers, diverse in race, age, and background, ran after a man carrying a child who was in danger. They didn’t hesitate, didn’t question each other’s motives or identities; they simply acted on a deep, reflexive impulse to help. This moment reminds us that beneath the layers of societal division and personal trauma, there lies an innate human desire to unite for good.

But life’s storms—be it political unrest, health crises, or social upheaval—can knock us off course. Like that ship veering just one degree, the cumulative effect can lead us far from the original path we were created to walk. Recalibrating ourselves means reconnecting with the core of who we are, beyond opinions, biases, or fears. This recalibration is not about rebuilding from scratch but about resetting to our original design—a design rooted in compassion, unity, and courage.

As we begin this journey, remember that even in the darkest times, the human spirit has the power to awaken, to rally, and to heal. This awakening is the first step toward rediscovering how to truly human again.

From this foundation, we now turn to understanding the significance of embracing our full identity, the next crucial step in our path.