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Becoming Wiser: Critical Thinking & Emotional Intelligence
Learn to think critically, manage emotions, build confidence, and understand yourself and others.
Created byRonald Buskens
Last updated 1/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Engage in peaceful discussions and cautiously receive and process information
- Gain insights into the workings of the human mind
- Develop skills to handle criticism constructively
- Identify and differentiate between various forms of bias
- Undertake self-exploration to understand yourself and gain confidence
- Apply ethical principles in personal and professional settings
- Develop empathy and manage difficult emotions effectively
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Course content
8 sections • 19 lectures • 7h 36m total length
Requirements
- There are no requirements. Everybody is welcome to take this course.
Description
Learn to think more clearly, understand yourself better, and respond to the world with wisdom.
In today’s world, filled with conflict, misinformation, and emotional reactions, developing wisdom has never been more important. This course helps you think critically, understand human behavior, and manage your emotions with balance and clarity.
Becoming Wiser is about both critical thinking and emotional intelligence. You’ll learn how to evaluate information objectively while also gaining insight into your own thoughts, emotions, and motivations.
What you’ll learn:
How to separate facts from opinions and think critically
How to understand human emotions, fear, and ego
How to handle criticism and communicate assertively
How to recognize bias, stereotypes, and prejudice
How to build confidence and self-awareness
How to develop empathy, compassion, and ethical reasoning
Course structure
This English-spoken course includes 7 hours and 36 minutes of video lessons, 12 quizzes, and 15 assignments.
Lessons overview:
How to discuss and receive information – facts vs. opinions, listening, fallacies, and reasoning
Understanding the human mind – emotions, egoism, defense mechanisms, and more
Handling criticism – constructive vs. destructive criticism, assertiveness, and freedom of speech
Recognizing bias – stereotypes, discrimination, and prejudice
Knowing yourself and gaining confidence – self-esteem, self-image, and self-knowledge
Being ethical – values, principles, and moral awareness
Empathy and emotions – understanding anger, hate, and compassion
The lessons are presented in a PowerPoint-like format. Taking notes can be helpful but is completely optional.
Why take this course?
By combining critical thinking with social-emotional understanding, you’ll learn how to navigate today’s complex world with wisdom and inner stability. You’ll gain tools for clearer thinking, better communication, and greater self-awareness, skills that benefit every area of life.
Ready to become wiser?
Join today and start understanding both yourself and the world around you more deeply.
Who this course is for:
- This course is suitable for anyone who wish to improve their critical thinking skills, has an interest in developing a deeper understanding of the human mind, and is eager to find ways to deal with challenging situations, such as criticism and bias.