How to Human

Three Ways to Share Life Beyond What Distracts, Divides, and Disconnects Us

By: Carlos Whittaker, Sharon McMahon - foreword

Narrated by: Carlos Whittaker, Sharon McMahon

A much-needed reminder about what it means to be truly human in a world where people feel increasingly disconnected from each other and from God, by the popular author of Enter Wild.

“I hope you will enjoy this book. But more than that, I hope you will enjoy getting to know my friend. He is exactly who we need, today and every day, as we all learn together how to human.”—from the foreword by Sharon McMahon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Small and the Mighty

These are crazy times, people. We are more agitated than ever. We’re fighting. Wrestling with big issues. Less connected than ever to one another and to God. It’s a perfect storm: debilitating anxiety, crashing relationships, and forgetting what it feels like to, well, be human.

In How to Human, author, speaker, and social-media personality Carlos Whittaker offers a fresh vision for becoming the best versions of ourselves. We can refuse to let disagreements define us. We can say no to becoming upset, rage-filled humans and say yes to fuller, happier lives. It begins as we make the shift from “me” to “we” to “everybody” in a three-part journey to be human, see fellow humans, and free those around us.

You’ll think, laugh, and be inspired by this practical guide, which reveals how to help others, how to hope fiercely, and how to experience the thrill of being fully human. Carlos describes a radical path of love—one that requires us to become builders rather than demolitionists. One that gets personal. One that moves toward others in faith rather than away in fear. One that, when times get crazy, is willing to get crazier (in a good way). One that understands the big joy of how to human.

©2023 Carlos Whittaker (P)2023 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“Did politicians make us all forget how to human? Should we point the finger at social media? Is the economy to blame? I’m not sure. But I am certain that Carlos has created an antidote to what ails us. Clear, hopeful, and full of truth, he has once again charted a path to a better world.” —Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking

“Wherever Carlos appears, whether on social media, in his books, or in person as a friend, he shows us how to be a good human. Now we have his stories and God-given heart for humanity in How to Human, and I couldn’t be more excited. Carlos continually reminds me that while there’s so much suffering in this life, there’s so much goodness too. He helps us see the people around us, remembering that everyday moments are something sacred. Carlos lives like Jesus and reflects our Savior as He deals hope to a world that desperately needs it. This book is for anyone who wants that too—it’s a must-read!” —Lysa TerKeurst, #1 New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries

“Carlos lives it first, writes it second. This is one of his superpowers. He faces life’s challenges head on and then invites us to do the same. How To Human is inspiring, challenging, inviting, and hopeful. This is the book we need right now.” —Annie F. Downs, New York Times bestselling author of That Sounds Fun

The hope dealer has entered the discussion

Just finished listening and will be listening again and soon. It's full of grace, truth, laughs and tears. Carlos Whittaker is known to be the "hope dealer" online and this book delivers just that. In this time of division, hate and hopelessness, his words offer ways to find unity, love and hopefulness. Definitely recommend.

An encouraging reminder

This book was just what encouraging reminder I needed - even in the midst of all of life’s chaos, there is hope and he points out clearly where we can find it and how to put it into action.

Insta Familia

Great book that touches on all the emotions… laughter, sadness, anger, hope, empathy.. the list goes on.. definitely recommend!

What a beautiful message

I’m so happy I stumbled upon Carlos and the Instafamilia community a year or so ago. His heart for loving others is so pure, and this book truly shows us how to human. I love his heart and the message of this book. Cannot recommend it enough if you need a little hope and/or some action steps on how to put something’s into action to BE the hope we all want.

See humans. Free humans. Beautiful.

I can’t tell you how many times I reached for my phone to ❤️ your words and wished that I could.
I’ll be giving your book to all my friends.
Thank-you for all you say and for all you do Carlos!
Karen

So Good!

I love Carlos. He is my favorite author. He is real, raw, and honest. I read this book start to finish, like every other book he has released. This book caused me to make some changes in my own life. Carlos gave new perspectives for everyone.
Thank you, Carlos! I am excited for your next book whenever that may be!❤️

Every Human Needs to Read!

In a world divided comes a fresh voice a reason to bring people together. Los gets it right and everyone needs the challenge and encouragement in this book. Must read!

Love, love, love this book!

As a Bible believing, Jesus following Christian, I love the way this book teaches. As a Christian who often cringes at the way other "Christians" engage with the people with whom they disagree, I love the way that Carlos uses faith as the basis for his teaching in a most loving and welcoming way. Bravo.

A gift for every human

I wish every human could, and would, read this book. Carlos does a beautiful job of expressing what so many of us have felt over the years. And he does so with grace and kindness. Even for those who may disagree with him on an issue here and there.

This book can change the world.

Carlos has created the life hack of all life hacks. He lays it out so simply yet the impact of his words is significant and inspiring. I recommend this book to absolutely anyone.