The Sun has now moved into Gate 56, THE STORYTELLER. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called THE WANDERER.

This is the energy for STORYTELLING. Someone with this energy defined in a prominent position in their chart loves to hear themselves talk and if they are not paying attention to how receptive their audience is, they may come off as a bit of a bore. But the thing is they are actually really talented at spinning a fantastic yarn. In fact they are wonderfully gifted teachers and can be great writers as well (but the telling of the STORY is what they love the most).

The trick is to make sure the audience is receptive. For example, a teacher has a built in audience that is there specifically to hear their STORIES. Who doesn't love a teacher that tells an engrossing STORY. It is the best way to learn. On the other hand the wife who has listened to her Gate 56 husband tell their friends with same STORY a thousand times might want to pull her hair out.

Again, this is what we call projected energy in Human Design. Which simply means it is energy that will be served best by waiting for an invitation. So if you're dying to tell that favorite STORY which applies just perfectly in the current situation, stop and ask your audience if they would like to hear it. Chances are they will say "sure," and be a much more receptive, appreciative crowd. It’s just that simple.

Do you love to regale a crowd with your STORIES? Why not? Is that OK? Do you like listening to a great STORY? Are you a good listener? Are you a good teacher? What puts you off from wanting to listen to someone tell a STORY? Do you find people receptive to your STORIES or do you experience resistance? Why? How good are you at sensing when the timing is right to tell your STORY? How does it feel when people ask you to tell a particular STORY?

What is your STORY?