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.

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.

What are the Human Design Aura Types?

There are five aura types, each with a unique way of operating: Manifestor – Initiators who spark action (Strategy: Inform before acting; Signature: Peace; Not-Self: Anger). Generator – Builders with sustainable life-force energy (Strategy: Respond to what life brings; Signature: Satisfaction; Not-Self: Frustration). Manifesting Generator – A Generator/Builder with sustainable life-force energy and Manifestor speed (Strategy: Respond to what life brings; Signature: Satisfaction & Peace; Not-Self: Frustration & Anger). Projector – Guides who deeply understand others and systems (Strategy: Wait for the invitation; Signature: Success; Not-Self: Bitterness). Reflector – Mirrors of their environment (Strategy: Wait a full lunar cycle of 28 days; Signature: Surprise; Not-Self: Disappointment).

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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, and Reflectors feel Disappointment.

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.

Lisa Maree Akhurst

IHDS Certified Human Design Analyst & Educator

The Science of Differentiation came into my awareness in 2018, and ever since, I’ve been on the trail of uncovering the mysteries and mechanics of our Maia.

The Human Design System has unlocked a much deeper understanding of the many interrelated facets of the human body, mind, and spirit, reinforcing what I knew within myself while uncovering a greater perception of how I personally interface with life and those around me. The accuracy and purity of this knowledge continue to unfold — I have never experienced such beauty, precision, and perfection.

I remain forever grateful, continually awe-inspired, and feel deeply called to this work. What started as a personal journey has become both my passion and profession, guiding me to live with more grace and tranquility.

As a natural seeker, Human Design continues to inspire me, deepening my connection to myself and immersing me further in the art of being. Through my journey of self-acceptance and mastery of self-expression, I will continue to flower and recognise the beauty of my life that I am here to see.

Born on the Cross of the Vessel of Love, it is an honour to be of service to humanity. As a Projector, I am here to guide and navigate you through this logical and empirical system — bringing awareness to where you may be amplifying life through your openness (the not-self), and where conditioning and mental patterns may be shaping your experience.

I am here to support you in returning to the core essence of who you are, and to empower you to stand confidently in your uniqueness.

We all play a role within this vast frequency puzzle — so let us play.

It is time to fall into the magic of your uniqueness and live a life that truly resonates. Self-love begins with knowing and accepting who we are, leading to embracing the diversity of others.

Lisa Maree Chart

As a 3/6 Mental Projector, I have two defined life force channels that express my key talents and attributes:

17-62 Channel of Acceptance
A Design of an Organisational Being
The ability to guide others in a logical manner through mutual understanding and acceptance.

11-56 Channel of Curiosity
A Design of a Seeker/Searcher
The capacity to stimulate others through storytelling, infusing curiosity and visualise ideas.

Together, with my Personality Sun shining in Gate 15, The Love of Humanity, I can identify new trends and patterns that are safe and beneficial for the future. I have a knack for presenting abstract concepts and exciting ideas and organising them in a sought-after manner.

Waiting for the right invitations ensures I engage in successful interactions that form mutual understanding and acceptance. With that, I bring humility and empowerment through love to help organise and guide the energy of others toward a more satisfying direction by sharing ideas and infusing curiosity. My selfless contributions serve to inspire and ignite the dreams of others.

My greatest fulfilment and success come from guiding individuals to live confidently, embrace their authentic nature and live a life of empowerment, truth and beauty.

Lisa Maree Akhurst

Areas of Expertise & Services

As an IHDS Certified Human Design Analyst and Teacher, my passion is to share the original teachings of Human Design with integrity, compassion, and clarity. Through professional analysis, structured education, and specialist practice, I support individuals, families, and professionals in developing a deeper understanding of their design and learning how to apply this wisdom in everyday life.

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