But what is so bad about being humanistic? I am a humanist, at least partially so, and do NOT see anything wrong with it. (besides the usual glitches all philosophies have) hu·man·ism Date: 1832 a doctrine, attitude, or way of life centered on human interests or values; especially : a philosophy that usually rejects supernaturalism and stresses an individual's dignity and worth and capacity for self-realization through reason I my case, I do believe in a supernatural being that maybe does exist, or once existed.