48+ Lessons

The Human Manual
You Were Never Given

Learn how your mind actually works. 48+ lessons covering emotions, relationships, identity, resilience, and the mind-body connection—all backed by science.

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Science-backed~6 hours total4.9 rating

Human Manual

The guide to understanding yourself

48+
Lessons
6
Modules
22+
Textbooks

Why you need a Human Manual

1

You weren't taught this

School taught math and history, not how your nervous system works or why you react the way you do.

2

Generic advice fails

'Just breathe' doesn't work when you don't understand WHY you're dysregulated in the first place.

3

Knowledge is power

When you understand the mechanisms, you can actually intervene. Names create control.

Full Curriculum

6 modules, 48+ lessons, covering everything you need to understand yourself

Foundation

Understanding how your mind actually works

1
You Are a System
5 min
Free
2
The PHOSM Framework
8 min
Free
3
Why "Just Relax" Doesn't Work
6 min
Free
4
The Nervous System Primer
10 min
5
Interoception: Reading Body Signals
8 min
6
The Window of Tolerance
7 min

Grounded in Real Science

Every lesson is backed by peer-reviewed research and respected academic textbooks. We consulted 22+ sources to build this curriculum.

James W. Kalat
Biological Psychology
Neil R. Carlson
Foundations of Physiological Psychology
Lisa Feldman Barrett
How Emotions Are Made
Stephen Porges
The Polyvagal Theory
John Bowlby
Attachment and Loss
Bessel van der Kolk
The Body Keeps the Score

Life-changing lessons

"I'm 35 years old and finally understand why I react the way I do. The attachment styles lesson alone was worth the subscription."

David R.
Financial Analyst

"As a therapist, I recommend InGauge to clients as 'homework.' The Human Manual covers concepts I spend sessions explaining."

Dr. Amanda P.
Licensed Psychologist

"The lesson on 'Why Just Relax Doesn't Work' made me cry. Finally someone explained my nervous system to me."

Kira T.
Grad Student

Human Manual FAQ

No, the Human Manual is educational content—think of it as a masterclass on yourself. It teaches you concepts and frameworks that help you understand your patterns. While it's informed by psychological research and therapeutic approaches, it's not a replacement for working with a licensed therapist. Think of it as the textbook; therapy is the personalized tutoring.

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