The Most Important Takeaways for Each Human Design Type
Learning my human design has helped me in so many ways. I love that it gives us permission to be ourselves and live life the way we actually want to, even though it might look differently than what we’re told we “should” do.
I’ll never forget my first time hearing about it, looking up my chart, and being so shocked with HOW ACCURATE it was for me:
Your value comes from what you see, not how much you produce.
You digest hot and cooked foods best. (No wonder smoothies and salads left me feeling worse!)
You thrive when you are in a market (I do love a mall!) or around people who are exchanging ideas.
You like to start things and crave when things are new and fresh. (Explains why I always want to rearrange my space!)
You are not designed to cold call or force things to happen.
Decisions should be made from your intuition and not your mind, because your mind can talk you into or out of anything.
…Plus many more things that made so much sense!
Learning about human design with Buddy💕
Deep down I felt all of these things, but I had a hard time giving myself permission to follow them. It can be difficult to go against what we were taught, what “experts” are saying, or what we think might bring us success. But the reality is that we are all different. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to life—no matter how much we may want that or think that’s how it should be.
Through human design, I have been able to accept things about myself that I thought were wrong, but are really just who I am and how my energy works. It has given me permission to be more myself and embrace my way of doing things, especially when it looks different from society’s expectations.
I found that I was actually more efficient and got more done when I added more space in my day (even though logically it didn’t make sense!). I started being more spontaneous and creative. I got out of my head and trusted my instincts. And even though my mind couldn’t understand how or why, I felt less resistance, more ease, and like I was flowing with life instead of fighting it.
What I appreciate about human design is that it’s not abstract or theoretical. It’s specific, actionable, and can be used by anyone.
There’s so much information that you can get from your human design chart, so today I wanted to share my most important takeaways for each of the human design types. Your type is the foundation of your human design so it is the best place to start because, honestly, the rest of your chart doesn’t really matter if you’re not living according to your type.
If you don’t know your human design you can look it up here. And if you want a personalized reading with me, you can learn more here.
So, with all of that, let’s jump into my most important takeaways for each type!
Note: Technically Manifesting Generators are a sub-type of Generators, but I separated them out into their own section with takeaways that tend to resonate specifically with Manifesting Generators.
Manifestors
The Manifestors in my life constantly inspire me because they are unique, get things started, create momentum, and have a visionary quality to them. When a Manifestor is aligned, they inspire others to be themselves in the most unique way because of how unafraid they are to embrace who they are!
If you are a Manifestor, you are meant to feel a sense of freedom in your life and be yourself without apology. You thrive when you can do things in your own way and it’s important to have relationships that honor that. Things will flow for you when you:
✨ Work with your energy bursts and not against them (you do well with intense work followed by periods of relaxation),
✨ Follow your urges (even if others won’t understand),
✨ Clearly communicate with anyone who will be impacted by your actions when you follow those urges, and
✨ Prioritize your peace (anything or anyone draining you or making you feel angry or stifled? Make a change so that you feel more peace and freedom in that area of your life.)
Key Questions: When do I feel the most at peace? Who would I be and what would I do if I didn’t have to explain or answer to anyone? Be and do more of that!
Manifesting Generators
Both of my sisters are Manifesting Generators and they have the most infectious energy and the ability to make life more fun (usually in expected ways!). When a Manifesting Generator is aligned, they show the world that the impossible IS possible and that it can be achieved in a fun, light way.
If you are a Manifesting Generator, you are meant to follow a non-linear path (step-by-step isn’t always your thing!) and spend your time doing things that satisfy you. You are meant to explore ALL of the things that are exciting you in the moment and let go of anything that feels draining or just doesn’t have a spark anymore. Things will flow for you when you:
✨ Let go of any preconceived notions about what life should be and how you should live it,
✨ Follow whatever excites you and/or makes you feel expansive (even if it doesn’t make sense in the moment, it eventually will!),
✨ Explore all of your passions (don’t limit yourself to one thing just because it “makes sense,” explore everything that interests you until it doesn’t), and
✨ Allow yourself to jump around and change your mind (just make sure to keep others who will be affected in the loop).
Key Questions: Where am I putting limits on myself? Am I forcing myself to do anything because I think I “should”? Reflect on whether it actually feels like a satisfying use of your time!
Generators
All of the Generators in my life feel so sparkly and really know how to have a great time. They feel so good to be around and I just can’t get enough of them! When a Generator is aligned, they uplift everyone around them and create positive energy.
If you are a Generator, you are meant to follow your desires, take care of needs, and do things that make you feel satisfied, happy, and expanded. When you prioritize yourself, it helps everyone around you. Sometimes this can seem counterintuitive (how am I helping others by being selfish???) but when your cup is full, it overflows to everyone around you. Things will flow for you when you:
✨ Focus on your needs (it benefits everyone around you, even if you don’t know why or how),
✨ Let your body guide you (notice when you get a gut feeling, your body lights up, or feels good in response to something that shows up in your life),
✨ Say no more (when you force yourself to use your energy on things when you don’t have the energy for it or out of obligation, it drains you), and
✨ Use up all of your energy in satisfying ways (as much as you can, spend time on things that make you feel fulfilled and make sure you’re exercising and using up the energy you have or it might be hard to sleep!).
Key Questions: Where in my life am I sacrificing myself and needs? What am I doing that I don’t have the energy for?
Projectors
I’m obsessed with the Projectors in my life because they are brilliant, somehow always know how to make things the best that they can be, and give amazing advice. When a Projector is aligned, they make others feel truly seen and help guide everyone in the right direction.
If you are a Projector, you see and understand things in a way that not everyone can, and your perspective can change the world for the better. You are not here to be productive just for the sake of productivity. Your energy is precious and your value comes from how you see things not how much you do. Things will flow for you when you:
✨ Create space in your day (your energy needs time to reset and you may find you feel so much better when you’re not running from one thing right into the next, and you’ll be much more efficient!),
✨ Focus your energy on places where you feel valued and recognized (the right people will appreciate you and what you have to offer, don’t waste your time trying to prove it to people who don’t see you clearly),
✨ Let yourself be seen (showcase your work and share your perspective in ways that feel good to you without expectation and be open to who might resonate with it), and
✨ Spend time observing and learning (give yourself time to explore things without pressure and you might find that it turns into something more!)
Key Questions: Where do you feel appreciated and who values your advice and wisdom? Where can you create more space in your life for learning, observing, and just doing nothing? That’s often when the ahas come!
Reflectors
Reflectors are the rarest type, and every Reflector I’ve ever met is so wise and multifaceted! When a Reflector is aligned, they help others see how magical and delightful life can be.
If you are a Reflector, you experience life differently everyday and are meant to be fluid and evolve. You are tapped into the energy around you and sense what’s beneath the surface and the things that are happening that no one is actually saying out loud. You can get to the heart of a matter and are meant to share your unique insights and wisdom. Things will flow for you when you:
✨ Don’t judge what you sense and feel (when you are objective and neutral, you are able to access your wisdom and insights),
✨ Allow yourself to be different everyday (your energy levels and almost everything about you shifts from day to day, so don’t force yourself to show up in the same way and give yourself time to make big decisions),
✨ Approach life with openness (life is here to surprise you, so stay open to where life is leading you, instead of trying to force things), and
✨ Are selective about who/what you surround yourself with (the right people and environments for you always make you feel good).
Key Questions: How much do you try to define yourself vs allowing yourself to evolve and change everyday? How can you spend more time in environments and relationships that feel good to you?
As you can see, each type is so different and brings such special gifts to the world, and honestly, this only scratches the surface. I could go on and on about each type (and I probably will in other posts and videos lol) but I’ll stop here for now☺️
I hope this was helpful and I’d love to hear what your most important takeaway has been for you as you’ve explored your design. And in terms of the suggestions and takeaways I’ve highlighted: You don’t have to go and change your whole life today and implement every single thing that’s listed for your type. Even one small step will make a huge difference since type is the most important part of your design.
And if you’re curious about the rest of your chart, have specific questions, and want to dive deeper with me, you can do that here.
Hope you have a great week!
xo Andrea