How to be Human Online

A Guide to Digital Etiquette and Empathy in the Age of Screens

By: Dr Richard L Travis

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

How to be Human Online: A Guide to Digital Etiquette and Empathy in the Age of Screens)
We live online now more than ever—but are we really showing up as our best selves?
In a world shaped by social media, comment threads, and Zoom calls, it’s easy to forget there’s a human being behind every screen. How to Be Human Online is your essential guide to navigating the digital world with kindness, clarity, and emotional intelligence.
Whether you're replying to emails, commenting on posts, dating via apps, or participating in group chats, this book offers practical strategies and thoughtful insights to help you communicate more effectively, set healthy boundaries, and avoid the pitfalls of online miscommunication.
From cancel culture and online bullying to meaningful digital friendships and thoughtful discourse, this book explores how to stay grounded, intentional, and—above all—human in our increasingly virtual lives.
Inside you’ll learn:

• The unwritten rules of modern digital etiquette
• How to communicate empathy and authenticity online
• Tips for handling digital conflict, trolls, and “keyboard warriors”
• How to build and maintain real connections in virtual spaces
• The role of online identity, boundaries, and emotional health

Smart, timely, and rooted in both tech and psychology, this is the book we all need right now—for better communication, deeper connection, and a more humane digital culture.