Human Being — How Does It Really Work?

"Human being" is a two-part word made up of human and being.

The human part is our physical form—our body, personality, thoughts, emotions, and conditioned mind. It also includes the ego, our sense of self that's built from external things like achievements, roles, possessions, or past experiences. The human self lives in time—caught between the past and the future. It worries, plans, regrets, and replays.

Then there is being—the formless presence within us. It is timeless, still, deeply rooted in the now. It is our true identity.

Our conditioned mind—a big part of the human side—is shaped by upbringing, culture, and personal history. It often runs on autopilot, creating unconscious patterns. This conditioning becomes the veil through which we see the world—the map, the lens, the filter. It shapes our opinions, judgments, actions, and ultimately, the way we live.

The mind produces thoughts. Thoughts create emotions. Emotions can generate more thoughts. And most often, those thoughts and feelings lean toward the negative. It’s human nature to dwell on what’s wrong rather than what’s right—as you’ve probably noticed.

Psychology works with the conditioned mind. Through psychotherapy, you can identify unconscious patterns, core beliefs, and emotional triggers. You can begin to understand your past, express emotions more freely, improve relationships, and so much more. It’s incredibly valuable—you can absolutely improve your life and mental health.

But without access to the being part of yourself, life may always carry a quiet sense that something is missing. A feeling of insufficiency. Even if you accomplish great things—success, recognition, the dream life—the emptiness will resurface sooner or later. Why? Because true fulfillment doesn’t come from the outside in, but from the inside out.

If you're only connected to the form side of life, suffering eventually follows—whether subtle or loud.

To live with peace, to feel whole and aligned, you need both: human and being.

Are you experiencing both dimensions?
Or is the human all you know—and life feels like a constant struggle?