Glossary

Reflector

Reflector’s are the rarest energy type in Human Design. A Reflector’s bodygraph chart is characterized by having no defined energy centers. They are designed to “sample” the energetic auras of the environments they are in. During the 28 day lunar cycle, they will gain clarity on the things that are energetically correct for them.

Right Angle Cross

These individuals have personal karma which means their purpose will be fulfilled by being self-absorbed (in a good way) and focusing on their own personal pursuits.

Signature

The energetic experience an individual will feel when they are living their Human Design Strategy and Authority.

Strategy

Each energy type in Human Design has a Strategy. Strategy describes how a specific energy type will attract the things they want into their life. It is the way they will navigate through life most authentically and easily. When someone is exercising their strategy, they are able to sift through the external conditioning they have taken and really SEE the things their soul really wants.

The Authentic Self

Also called the “true self”. It refers to an individual’s pure and behavioral nature that is designed to support moving through the world effortlessly and without resistance. When we lean into our Human Design Strategy and Authority we will begin to see the areas where we are conditioned and prevented from experiencing our true self. It is this external programming that is experienced as resistance and masks our authentic self.

The Variables (aka the “Four Transformations” or “the Arrows”)

The “Variables” are an advanced area of the Human Design System which can provide in-depth information about a person’s cognitive design and uniqueness. It provides a clear, practical map for aligning the mind to its natural intelligence, rather than trying to align with the Not-Self.

Tribal

“Tribal” in Human Design refers to family or community.

Tribal Defense Circuit

The “Tribal Defense Circuit” is part of the “Tribal Circuit” and it plays a special role in creating new life and preserving life. Gates 59 and 6 are about creating life and Gates 27 and 50 are focused on caring for life.

Tribal Ego Circuit

The “Tribal Ego Circuit” is the circuit concerned about the needs of community and family. All of the Gates in this circuit are designed to support and fulfill the needs within a tribe. This can include bonding, contracts, money, touch, defense and rebellion.

Undefined (aka “open” or “white”)

The word is used to describe when an energy center, gate or channel in the chart is NOT activated or colored in the chart.