The Human Equation is a timeless series of personal development audio teachings created by Sensei Kirk Ellis. They explore how your thoughts, values, and beliefs shape the quality of your life—and how you can take conscious control of your mind to create happiness for yourself and lasting positive change.

Sensei Kirk Ellis is a 5^th degree Black Belt in Karate and a 3^rd degree black belt in Judo. A martial artist, an author, speaker, and mentor who dedicates his life to helping others grow mentally, emotionally, professionally, and spiritually. He created the Kenju form of martial arts, blending Karate and Judo into one style. His teachings blend practical life wisdom with deep insights about human nature and becoming the master of yourself.

They are a cassette audio series recorded in the 1985, covering essential life topics such as values, beliefs, relationships, emotions, and personal growth. Each cassette tape offers a focused, timeless powerful message on how to improve your self, your mind, and your quality of life.

At the heart of The Human Equation is the formula: Your Values × Your Beliefs = Your Quality of Life. This simple but powerful equation invites you to reflect deeply on what you value and believe—and how those shape every part of your daily experience.

The insights are timeless. They speak to core human values—how to handle stress, change, relationships, and emotional balance. Whether you're just starting your self-growth journey or deep into it, these teachings remain timeless and empowering.

Anyone seeking to find a better relationship with themselves, who they really are and how to have a better life. Whether you're dealing with stress, feeling stuck, or simply want to live with more self awareness and purpose, The Human Equation Tapes offer a way, a path to become the master of yourself and develop a successful positive life.

The creator of this site has been a lifelong student of Sensei Kirk Ellis and was deeply influenced by his teachings from a young age. In 1985, Sensei Ellis recorded The Human Equation Tape Series, which profoundly impacted this student’s life during a pivotal time. Although only a few copies were ever made, the original master recordings were eventually lost, and the series was never widely shared with the world. Fortunately, this student had one surviving copy of the cassette series, which he saved by digitizing it in 2000. Now, twenty-five years later, his student carefully restored and remastered those digital recordings. With Sensei’s full blessing, this timeless series is now being published online to preserve his insights and share this life-changing wisdom with future generations.

No, you can start anywhere, but Tape 1 (“Thoughts Are Your Life”) is a great introduction. You can listen and re-listen to any tape or excerpt as they all stand on their own. As your insights and self awareness grow, each re-listening will have a new and different meaning.

You’ll learn how to:
- Gain control over your thoughts and emotions
- Build successful thinking habits
- Respond to stress and conflict effectively
- Improve relationships and communication

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