Unlocking Your Gifts With Human Design Foundations | #19

NOTE: This podcast was transcribed by an AI tool. Please forgive any typos or errors. 19 | Human Design === Cara: [00:00:00] Today's episode is all about the foundations of human design. If you've been here for a bit, I'm sure you've heard me reference human design on many of my episodes. It is one of the most life-changing things that I've come across and it's ultimately made me feel seen and heard on how I'm uniquely designed. Anytime I bring up human design to someone who has maybe heard of it a little bit or nothing about it. Is, they get overwhelmed by looking at the chart that they get and you can get a free chart. I can put some links in the show notes for you. But really when you look at it, it's very overwhelming. And so one thing that I have done is I have made an interactive human design chart. So that being said, if you were to look at. This free interactive chart, each box is clickable. So if you want to learn about the type, their profile, anything of the sort, you click on the box and it will take you to that description. Also on their free interactive. Charts that I've made each of the energy centers are [00:01:00] also clickable. So you can learn about each one. That way you can visually learn as you go If you're interested on getting the interactive free chart that I've designed head over to caradempsey.com/hd that way you can follow along as I talk you through. The interactive design and how you can use human design in your everyday life so thanks for joining and i can't wait to get started INTRO: Welcome to floductivity, a place to inspire and empower women to embrace self-love and self-development for the perfect balance of productivity. I'm your host, Cara Dempsey. And I share ways to connect to your intuition through self care cycle planning, spirituality, wellness, and everything in between. Thank you so much for joining me this week. If this is your first time. Welcome. And if you've been with me here before, thank you so much for coming back. I'm so excited to join you [00:02:00] in this journey. As we learn together. Cara: Thank you so much for joining me on this human design foundations episode. Human design is meant to help embrace your unique design we all have strengths and weaknesses but using them to better understand our build can unlock a power we didn't know existed human design has a very complex breakdown and should be referenced to back over time. When we're looking to overcome an obstacle or help drive us towards a goal. Take a look at your chart and see what can help you through. Different parts of our charts are highlighted at different times of our life. So something that may not seem relevant today could be a breakthrough point down the road. Another part of embracing human design is that when we see that we are built differently, We can allow others to stand in their gifts without feeling that they are not doing things through your viewpoint. Use this concept to understand others and help bring their gifts to the table when needed. This is great for families [00:03:00] business, anything that you need to collaborate with other people. So when we can honor someone else's build, they can step into their power and bring their unique gifts to the table. Human design is a logical system that brings together the principles of the I Ching astrology, Kabbalah, Hindu Brahmin chakra system, and quantum physics. You're human design chart also called the body graph is calculated using your birth date, time and place to reveal your genetic design. Human design accesses your body's consciousness as a decision making tool and ultimately how to live as your true self. Once I became aware of my design. I saw why I was burned out, I saw why I could not connect to my intuition. And the more I uncovered, the more I was able to tap into my design to feel about decisions and how I'm built. So my goal is to help others. Tap into their intuition, how they're designed so they can be the best versions of themselves. I want you to know that when we talk [00:04:00] about the positive energy from each design, you must be following your design for these traits to come through. Here are some signs that you're not following your design. Life feels hard. Like you're moving upstream. You're not self theme keeps occurring. Reoccurring health issues may keep popping up. You feel drained versus energized? And when your decision-making strategy may be overlooked. So the first most important part of your human design is your type. And sometimes, because this is just the general idea of your design. Some people don't fully resonate with it. So let's think of this, like your sun sign and astrology. It's very general. It's very basic. And it's not the catchall to your human design. If I want to be honest with you, the most important part of your design is your decision making strategy. So. We're going to start with the type, but I just want to let you know that this might not feel a hundred percent true, but as you begin to operate, Fully as your human design, your [00:05:00] type will come shining through. . Mystical Faire AD: Are you longing for a life with purpose and ease maybe you're dreaming of a place where you could connect to and understand your natural abilities. By unlocking and using your human design chart, you're able to connect and understand and honor your soul while increasing harmony and success in your life. Human design lens, a microscope. To how the universe designed you from birth. Once, you know, what powers your energetic circuitry you'll have the self-awareness tools to engage. Your highest perspective. Human design supports and powers and aligns your relationships, career and home life. It is time for you to look within at how powerful you are and show up as your authentic self. Human design can be daunting at first, but download my free interactive chart to help you understand the foundations. The chart that I've provided is all clickable, the energy centers, the boxes, anything on the chart that looks like a box, click it, and it will take you to that description so that you can learn more. Head over to [00:06:00] Caradempsey.com/hd to download your free. Human design interactive workbook now. Cara: So we're going to start with the human design type. Your type is determined by which centers, if any. That you have defined and if they are connected to other centers, Once you can see people on how they're built. It gives you an understanding of how we operate differently. Uh, generator is meant to listen to their gut. You're here to transform ideas into something tangible and enjoy the process. When you rush through life or having the pressure to get things done as soon as possible, that will be very unhealthy for your design energetically. When a generator is living fully in their design, there like an Energizer bunny who keeps going and going while everybody is falling behind. Your biggest challenge as a generator is to know when and how to apply this energy. Waiting for the right projects, opportunities and people while honoring your gut response is the key [00:07:00] to following your design learning, not to chase and not giving the chance of waiting can lead to disappointment. Your design is meant to magnetically attract the opportunities. Wellbeing patient will bring the most fulfillment. To follow this you must have the energy within you and then it could bring the opportunities that you desire master the art of patience. you are the law of attraction Next, we're going to talk about manifesting generators, generators and manifesting generators make up 70% of the population. The difference is that manifesting generators are designed to initiate quickly after responding. As a manifesting generator, they have a moment of truth. You have a powerful design and most people can not keep up with your productivity. You have a built-in gut response when you're connected to your body? A manifesting generator is typically very fast mechanically. We can see it reflected in a direct connection between the sacral center and [00:08:00] their throat. When they start something, they do it fast. They skip steps often without realizing it. When making decisions with this type, you should leave space to listen to your gut. Dip your toe in the water to see the moment of truth. Once you feel a definite yes. In your body, then go for it. If down the road, it no longer brings the spark and it feels forced then consider putting that project aside until it gets sparked again, forcing through will only lead to uninspired work and burnout. As a manifesting generator that speaks so true to me and anyone else who may be feeling burnt out. Next we have a manifester. Manifestors make it happen. They are a forest who injects drive and focus into any project and the people around you. You can do it alone, needy, no one, but your own drive. As a manifestor you make up 8% of the world's population. So you are rare. You make it happen? You were born a doer. [00:09:00] You can either attract admiration or jealousy from non manifestors. Think of it as magnetic, sometimes it's so powerful. You can't control what is coming to you. You will definitely push the buttons of others. So be watchful of your impact. Remember that most people can achieve things as effortlessly or quickly as you so cut them some slack Then we have a projector. they work best off of recognition and inclusion. As a projector, you were meant to be waiting in the wings, waiting to be invited as a projector. You yearn to be included. And recognized for your accomplishments. You're born to use your gifts from a position of appreciation. As a projector, you are best as a contributor guide, visionary director, performer, or conductor of affairs. You're mental lead coach. Manage and guide others in their journey, your gifts shine. When you can steer people on how to use their energy with your objective [00:10:00] assistance for your true nature to shine, you must be recognized first for your personal fulfillment. Your best as an observer, waiting for your gifts to be acknowledged before showing how you can shine. And lastly, a reflector has a clear vision. They only make up about 1% of the world they have all nine energy centers open making them incredibly adaptable, highly changeable creatures. They serve as mirrors to those around them. Illuminating energies or situations that others might not have the thought of or want to see. As a reflector, you need trusting sounding boards in your life. Master the art of patience and allowing don't overthink about it being a formal invitation. If it sparks your inner authority, then the timing is probably right. You are here to be wise about the human potential and the human experience Next we're going to talk about definition. Definition in human design represents how many defined energy centers are connected to each other through [00:11:00] defined channels. Translated. It's how we relate to others and how we perceive relationships. If you have a no definition, no defined energy centers. So only reflectors have this definition. They need help from their inner circle to gauge relationships or perspective partners. Then we have single definition. They have only one area, a defined energy centers. They don't need relationships. They feel complete. They already have a sense of wholeness, but they do like them split definitions or the best chance of feeling satisfied in a relationship. Next we have split definitions. That is when you have two areas of defined energy centers, they are only definition type that can find a sense of wholeness and relationship. There were always seeking out potential. Other half. We have triple split definition. Having three separate circuits that are not connected. 11% of the population have this. And because triple split have [00:12:00] multiple places where circuits need bridging. It's good for them to be around more than one aura. Otherwise, they can feel scattered and impatient. Lastly, we have quadruple split definition. These are incredibly rare. As they have four separate areas of defined energy centers. Quadruple splits up here, different depending on who they're with. And as they have such set ways of working. Quadruple splits have the greatest tendency to have secret relationships because they feel the pressure to only have one partner. But need more variety than triple splits. Next, we're going to talk about strategy. Strategy really changed the game for me on how I present myself. If you've ever felt like you tried to share helpful information and it's not received well, it could be likely your strategy. is not being honored in your design. Strategy and human design is how you should take action or a set of rules that determines the response to a certain situation. This is [00:13:00] how we should interact with the outside circumstances and utilize our energy. Your strategy is determined by your human design type. Uh, manifestor strategy is meant to inform the people who may be affected by your actions. So they can either one step up to support you or to stay out of your way. You don't need permission, but you do need to let those around you who will be impacted by your decisions, know what you will be doing. The next strategy is for generators and manifesting generators. We are meant to wait to respond patients and understanding your authority are key to this strategy to use our design fully. It must feel like the right opportunity. That lights us up or we will be depleted in the end. So again, we wait, allow the opportunity to come to us, feel it in our response, and then we make a decision. If we should go forward. I leave it be. Or hold off. The projector strategy is to. Wait to be [00:14:00] invited. Their strategy is to wait for the invitation to find success and avoid bitterness and the process to best utilize your strengths. Wait to be recognized or asked to share your wisdom to be fully appreciated. When you give your guidance without being asked, it will not feel good to you and you will become better in the end. The last one is the reflector strategy and their strategy is to wait 28 days. Because of their open design reflectors are significantly Influenced by the energetic gates created by the cycles of the moon. Surround yourself with good friends and family. And talk about your decisions. Then wait 29 days before making important decisions. Well, it seems like an out there. Perspective too. Work with the moon. I know a lot of people do that without even having a reflector strategy. It's a good way to help give you guidance. When you have such an open, energetic design. Next, we're going to talk about profile. The profile is your [00:15:00] primary way of being or how you operate. It's similar to a rising sign in Western astrology. Think of it as the icing on the cake or how you may interact with other people, human design profiling reveals not just the person, but their way of interacting. The rule of thumb is that if the first number is smaller, For example, a two for you have a more inward introspective focus. Or personal karma in this lifetime, whereas a larger number first, like a five. One means that you do better gaining knowledge from the external world. Then reflecting and we'll be more focused on the collective. The only exception is the four one profile, which is neither. So if you have a line one, You are an investigator or researcher. You have a need for knowledge while taking the time for introspection. There's a sense of security and foundation. When they have done their research. Next is line two. You're a hermit or introvert. You have a need for alone time. You are here to follow what [00:16:00] feels good to you. Line three is the martyr. You have a need for experience and learn to adapt it in life. You are meant to make mistakes while learning to laugh along the way. Line for the opportunist. You have a need for expansion and have a deep wanting to share your knowledge with your community. Remember to be discerning of your relationships and make sure they're meaningful. Line five. You're the hero attic. You have a need for leadership and influence over others with a direct and efficient advice. You are a creative rebel and learning how to master your projection field will help you attract what is meant for you. Line six. You are the role model. You have a need for insight and want to share it with others. You are a great mystical teacher with a higher perspective. Now we're going to move to the inner authority. This is ultimately how you connect with your intuition. This is the biggest part of human design that I feel is the most important. And if you were to find one part that you were going to work with, this would be it. It changed my [00:17:00] life. I hope that it changes yours as well. If you have a sacral authority, that means that you follow your gut. You were born with a natural instinct that is meant to be responsive and not proactive. This is my personal authority and I've always felt like it was within me. But I always. Felt like the conditioning around me. Didn't let me embrace this. And so once I knew that this is how I could feel my intuition. Since using it, I haven't looked back and it has been my number one hands down tool that I have within myself. That I hope others can follow theirs and find the power within it. Next we have emotional or solar plexus. And you're supposed to be emotionally clear. You must seek emotional clarity before making decisions don't make rash decisions. When you were in a storm of emotions, make sure you get to the calm waters before making a decision. Now we have splenic authority and that is [00:18:00] trusting your intuition. As a splenic authority, you were designed to make your decisions in an instant, without hesitation, before you get into your head. Learning how to connect with this intuitive sense is important for your decision making. The best thing I can say with using your intuition is getting out of your head and into your body. Next is an ego authority and you have to be true to yourself. You find yourself talking out your decisions. Not ticket others input. But to find out how it makes you feel before taking action. Then we have the heart authority. What do you want? Do what you want. Attuned to your heart's desires, which is personal subjective process. If your heart is not in it, your answer is clear. The last one is none or environmental. That is assessing intelligence. You must not be rushed into making your decisions. Put yourself in a safe space. That feels good. And talk it out with trusted people. Now we're going to talk about the not self theme. The not self [00:19:00] theme is how you feel when you're not honoring your design. It is what happens when we let our conditioning takeover and do not use our authority to help us in our decision making. Any time you're not self theme comes shining through. I just recommend looking at your inner authority. And your decision making process and seeing how you can adjust from there. First we have a generator and they're not self theme is frustration. With a manifesting generator. They're not self theme is frustration and anger. Manifestors they're not self theme is anger. Projector. They're not self theme is bitterness, envy and comparison. And as a reflector they're not self theme is disappointment Now we're going to talk about the incarnation cross. There are 192 incarnation crosses and they essentially summarized your life's purpose. What are you meant to use your innate gifts to achieve in this lifetime? They're usually a couple of versions of the [00:20:00] same overall incarnation cross. So if you're looking it up for yourself, make sure the numbers. Our in order. And that they match your incarnation cross. Then we're going to talk about channels. There are 36 channels that define the finer components of our design. These channels, run your life force energy to each center. These channels connect two of the 64 gates. When you look at the chart. The channels going from one number to the next number, our channels. If a channel is colored in, then it is an active channel, which means there is a consistent meaning throughout your life. If a channel is white or half colored. It means it's inactive or has no consistent meaning for you. If someone has the missing piece of the channel, it will light up that channel as you are around each other. If a channel is black, these are conscious aspects of our nature that we will recognize in ourselves. If they are red, these are calculated three months before we were born. And our unconscious aspects of our makeup, [00:21:00] which our genetic makeup within four generations of our lineage. Using this knowledge can help propel and uncover our journey. If you have a striped. Channel, which is a mixture of both. You have a better chance of becoming conscious of your unconscious parts. Uh, channel has to be completely colored in or defined for it to be fully connected unless you are around someone who has the missing gate. There are 64 gates that make up your human design. If a gate is colored in, then it's an active gate, which means that there is a consistent meaning throughout your life. If your gate connects with someone else's connecting gate. It has the channel activated. This is where relationships can feel electric, magnetic or harmonious. Having too many channels connected with someone else can leave to overwhelm or intensity. Again, when the gates are black, they are conscious. Aspects of our nature that we will recognize within ourselves. If they are red, these are calculated three months before we are born. In her unconscious. Aspects of our makeup. Which our genetic [00:22:00] makeup within four generations of our lineage use this knowledge can help propel and uncover our journey as well. So if human design has interests you and you want to learn more head over to Caradempsey.com/hd and download my free interactive humid design guide. This guide has a condensed version of what we talked about. It also talks about each energy center and has a place for notes. So you can keep. All the information you gather for your design in one place. Make sure you're on my email list for my exciting new offer coming soon. I have designed completely interactive, customized specifically for you. human design charts so that you can learn. All about your design. I have not seen anything of this sort offered anywhere else. So get on the email list. So you're notified as soon as they come out. Head over to Caradempsey.com/hd to get your free interactive human design chart. Or you can head to [00:23:00] caradempsey.com/18 for the show notes. Thank you so much for joining me on this episode until next time