FAQ
Human Design - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Human Design?
The Human Design System is a synthesis of ancient wisdom traditions including the I'Ching, Hindu Chakra system, Tree of Life (Kabbalah), and Eastern/Western Astrology, with the Science of Neutrinos, Genetics, and Physics. The Human Design BodyGraph creates a blueprint that reveals the nature of your being, helping individuals understand their energy type, strengths, decision-making style, and life purpose.
2. How is a Human Design chart created?
Your Human Design chart, also known as a BodyGraph, is created using your birth date, time, and place of birth. This information is used to generate a visual representation of how your energy flows and how you're designed to interact with the world.
3. What are the Human Design Aura Types?
There are four aura types, each with a unique way of operating:
- Manifestor – Initiators who spark action.
- Strategy: Inform before acting
- Signature Theme: Peace
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Not-Self Theme: Anger
- Generator – Builders with sustainable life-force energy.
- Strategy: Respond to what life brings
- Signature Theme: Satisfaction
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Not-Self Theme: Frustration
- Manifesting Generator – A Generator/Builder with sustainable life-force energy. and Manifestor speed.
- Strategy: Respond to what life brings
- Signature Theme: Satisfaction & Peace
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Not-Self Theme: Frustration & Anger
- Projector – Guides who deeply understand others and systems.
- Strategy: Wait for the invitation
- Signature Theme: Success
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Not-Self Theme: Bitterness
- Reflector – Mirrors of their environment.
- Strategy: Wait a full lunar cycle (28 days)
- Signature Theme: Surprise
- Not-Self Theme: Disappointment
4. What is a Strategy in Human Design?
Each type has a Strategy that helps align them with their natural energy. For example, Generators are designed to “respond,” while Projectors are here to “wait for the invitation.” Following your strategy leads to greater ease and less resistance in life.
5. What is Authority in Human Design?
Your Authority is your personal decision-making mechanism. Instead of relying on a strategic mind, Human Design teaches that decisions should come from the body. Authorities include: Emotional, Sacral, Splenic, Ego, Self-projected, Environmental (Mental Projectors) and Lunar (for Reflectors).
6. Can your Human Design change over time?
No. Your design does not change — it’s based on your birth data. It reveals your predisposition in this life. However, how you live out your design evolves with self-awareness by experimenting with your Strategy and Authority.
7. Is Human Design a religion or belief system?
No. Human Design is a system for self-understanding, not a religion. It offers practical insights, not dogma. You can use it alongside any belief system or spiritual practice.
8. How is Human Design different from Astrology?
While astrology focuses on planetary influences, Human Design is a synthesis that offers a holistic blueprint of your energy mechanics. It’s not just who you are, but how you’re designed to function.
9. What is a Not-Self theme?
The 'Not-Self' theme is a sign that you're out of alignment with your design. These signposts can guide you back to living in alignment with your true self.
- Manifestors feel Anger
- Generators feel Frustration
- Projectors feel Bitterness
- Reflectors feel Disappointment
10. How do I start living my Human Design?
Start by learning your Type, Strategy, and Authority. These three elements are the foundation. From there, you can explore your Centres, Channels, Gates, Profile, and Incarnation Cross.
Ready to Go Deeper?
To fully embody your design, we highly recommend:
Book a Foundation Reading
A personal 1:1 session where you’ll receive guidance specific to your chart—ideal for understanding your type, strategy, authority, and more.
Join the Living Your Design Program
This transformational course guides you through the essential principles of Human Design, providing practical tools to decondition, align with your inner authority, and live your design with confidence.
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