Human Design explained: everything you need to know
Welcome to the complete Human Design explanation. On this page you will find an overview of everything you need to understand Human Design: from the origin of the system to the bodygraph, the five Types, the Authorities and how to apply it in your daily life. Each topic links through to an in-depth article.
The basics: what is Human Design?
Start here if you are new. These articles explain what Human Design is, where it comes from and why it tells you something about who you are.
What is the Human Design system? A complete explanation
The Human Design system is a relatively new system of self-knowledge that Ra Uru Hu received in 1987. It combines ancient wisdom traditions with modern science.
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Who created Human Design? The origin of the system
Ra Uru Hu received Human Design in 1987 on Ibiza. Discover the fascinating story behind the origin of this unique system.
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The scientific basis of Human Design: fact or fiction?
Human Design claims a scientific foundation. But what holds up? An honest look at neutrinos, genetics and the limits of the system.
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Human Design vs astrology: what is the difference?
Human Design and astrology both use your birth data, but they do very different things with it. Discover the difference.
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Human Design vs astrology: what is the difference?
Human Design and astrology both use your birth data, but they do very different things with it. Discover the difference.
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Human Design vs MBTI: what are the differences?
Human Design and MBTI sound similar, but they measure different things. This article sets out the seven core differences clearly.
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How the bodygraph works
The bodygraph is the visual map of your design. Learn how Centres, Gates and Channels together form your unique chart.
The 9 Human Design centers explained: defined vs undefined
The nine centers in your bodygraph form the core of your Human Design. Discover what each center means and how it affects your life.
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How do you read a Human Design bodygraph? Step by step
A Human Design bodygraph is full of symbols, colours and numbers. In six steps you learn how to read it, without a course or prior knowledge.
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Channels and gates in Human Design: the details of your design
Channels and gates add depth to your Human Design chart. Discover how they work together to describe your unique gifts and challenges.
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Why Human Design has 9 centers and not 7 chakras
The chakra system has 7 centers, but Human Design works with 9. Discover why this difference exists and what it means for your design.
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Why Human Design has exactly 64 gates
The number 64 in Human Design is no coincidence. It connects the I Ching, your DNA and the bodygraph in a surprising way.
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Strategy, Authority and Profile
Three core concepts that shape how you make decisions and how you move through the world.
Human Design Strategy: how each Type makes the best decisions
Your Strategy is the most practical part of Human Design. Discover what Strategy looks like for each Type and how you can apply it today.
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Human Design Authority: what does it mean and which one do you have?
Your Authority in Human Design is your inner compass for making decisions. Discover which Authority you have and how to apply it.
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Human Design Profile: what the 12 Profiles say about you
Your Human Design Profile describes your personality archetype. There are 12 Profiles, each with a unique combination of conscious and unconscious traits.
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Fascinating facts
A few surprising insights that show why Human Design appeals to so many people.
Why every Human Design chart is unique
Of the more than 8 billion people on earth, nobody has exactly the same Human Design chart. Discover why your design is so unique.
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The surprising link between Human Design and DNA
64 DNA codons, 64 I Ching hexagrams, 64 Human Design gates. Coincidence? Discover the fascinating parallels.
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Why Human Design says something about your energy
Human Design describes how your energy works. But how can a system based on your birth data say anything about your daily energy?
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How Human Design tries to explain your personality
Human Design offers a layered picture of your personality, from your energy Type to your life purpose. Discover how the system describes you.
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Frequently asked questions about Human Design
Defined or undefined
What exactly do the coloured and white shapes in your bodygraph mean?
Can your Type change?
No, but there are three reasons why people think it can.
How reliable is Human Design?
An honest answer about what Human Design is and is not.
What is the Not-Self theme?
Frustration, anger, bitterness or disappointment: your daily gauge.
Human Design in daily life
Apply your design to the five areas of life where the most happens.
Human Design and relationships
How you attract, communicate and grow together.
Human Design and children
Parenting from your own design and theirs.
Human Design and career
Work that gives energy instead of draining it.
Human Design and nutrition
Eating from your design, not a diet.
Human Design and sleep
Resting in the rhythm of your energy.
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Human Design Authorities
Discover which Human Design Authority you have and how to use it to make better decisions. A complete explanation of all seven Authorities on one page.
Human Design Centres
The nine Human Design Centres in detail: defined or undefined, what it means for you and how together they form your bodygraph.
