DEMOCRACY - The Sun in Gate 31 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The Sun has now moved into Gate 31, DEMOCRACY. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called INFLUENCE.

This is the energy for DEMOCRATIC leadership. DEMOCRATIC leadership can be a bit tricky. Because someone with this energy defined knows they are a leader. But they will get themselves into trouble if they decide to start leading without being chosen first. Meaning, this leader needs to be called out and elected into leadership. If not, people will resent this energy for taking over and telling them what to do. 

But if someone with this energy waits to be elected, they will receive very strong support. This is the energy for approaching leadership as a service. It is here to lead others in the manner that serves them and serves their interests. The key here is to INFLUENCE what people want and then deliver it the way they want it.  

Are you a natural leader? Do people turn to you for guidance and direction? What happens when you take a leadership role? Do you experience rejection? Do you experience support? Why? Are you good enough to lead? Are you prepared to lead? Do you even want to lead? How do you support the leaders in your life? Why not? Are they DEMOCRATIC? Did you ask them to take the lead? What qualities do you look for in a leader? 

Gate 45, THE KING/QUEEN just leads. Gate 31, DEMOCRACY, is called to lead when the timing is right.

What kind of leader do you want?

THE STORYTELLER - The Sun in Gate 56 - #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ICHING #ASTROLOGY

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?

DETAILS - The Sun in Gate 62 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The Sun has now moved into Gate 62, DETAILS or PLANNING. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called PREPONDERANCE OF THE SMALL.

This is the energy for DETAILS. People who have this energy defined tend to be highly DETAILED and very organized, or not. If someone with this energy defined in a prominent position in their chart were to say to me "I'm not detailed or organized at all, my house is a mess!" I would say, "yeah, but you know where everything is right?" Because aware of it or not, they do take in every DETAIL. Which in some ways can be low key overwhelming.

The low expression of this energy might entail being overly anxious and overwhelmed with the self inflicted responsibility for all the DETAILS. Or it can be expressed in a very nit-picky way that is somewhat overbearing about its insistence for precision.

But the gift of this energy, the goal really, is a high level of impeccable precision; a true eye for the DETAILS.

There is also an element here of PLANNING every DETAIL to alleviate any sense of there being no PLAN. How much of this can be trusted to fate? Is it possible to simply have faith that things are naturally going along according to a higher consciousness PLAN with or without your intervention?

Are you good with the DETAILS? Are you more of a big picture person? Is it better to let someone else deal with the DETAILS? Is that bad? Does it make you anxious when every DETAIL of your PLAN does not go accordingly? If things do not go according to your plan is this fate simply stepping in to course correct? Do you feel overwhelmed by the feeling of being responsible for all the DETAILS because other people are just not capable? Is that true? How does your eye for DETAIL enhance your life? Do people appreciate your gift? Why not? Have you been overlooking anything or anyone in your life? Is it possible for you to put self-judgment aside and give it or them some well deserved attention now? 

As the say, the devil is in the DETAILS. Open your eyes. Take it all in. You might be surprised by what is revealed.

STARTING THINGS - The Sun in Gate 53. #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved into Gate 53, STARTING THINGS, NEW BEGINNINGS, or THE STARTER. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called DEVELOPMENT. 

This is the energy for STARTING THINGS but not necessarily finishing them. It stems from the pulse energy of adrenaline. 

Now a lot of people really struggle to START things so someone with this energy is very valuable to have around. In fact it is a perfect example of how the puzzle of humanity is meant to work together. A partnership between two people who each have the energy to START THINGS or the energy to FINISH THINGS is a beautiful thing is it not? 

Now a word about that adrenaline pulse. Sometimes it is off. So if you have this energy defined understand that every once in a while the energy will simply not be there. This is a great time to listen to your body and take a break. The pulse will inevitably return, so enjoy the rest. Because soon enough you'll be off and running with STARTING THINGS again.

Truth be told, someone with this energy defined may find themselves with unfinished projects sitting all over the house. Because the fun here of course lies within the excitement of STARTING something. Please know this is OK and natural for this definition. Throw in a third line profile with the need for experimentation to this mix and there will be a trail of unfinished projects throughout this person’s life. Sometimes the entire point is the initial experience.  

But can you see how delightful this energy can be? Pay attention to the people in your life who have birthdays during this transit. They are really handy to have around when you find yourself simply unable to get a project off the ground. Invite them to collaborate with you in the initial stages with the understanding they will most likely not stick around to see it through. But that's not the point is it? They have contributed their gift.  

Alternatively, if you have this energy defined, recognize this gift for what it is and find a way to utilize it in a way that makes you and everyone else happy. You may not be the perfect Project Manager but you would certainly be dazzling at facilitating new accounts.

Do you find it really difficult to get started on new projects? Why? Without an opportunity to respond or an invitation is that OK? What about when a project is presented to you? Does that make it easier to get started? Do you START THINGS all the time and never finish them? How does that work out for you? Do you have anyone in your life to pick up the baton? Is it worth it in every case to pass that baton? Perhaps the experience of STARTING something new was experience enough? Is it possible to not beat yourself up either way? Do you know when enough is enough if a project seems to have stalled out? Do you keep going anyway? Why?

Is everything you START supposed to be finished? If yes, how will you have the capacity for something new; something truly correct? The universe will only give you what you can handle right now. Do you currently have the space for what it has to offer?

In order to START something new, you might have to let go of something. A lesson people with Gate 53 defined just may be here to teach us.

PROVOCATION - The Sun in Gate 39 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #GATES #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The sun has now moved into Gate 39, PROVOCATION. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called OBSTRUCTION. 

This is a very PROVOCATIVE energy which energetically makes people feel poked and prodded. It is a catalyst for stirring up emotions and sometimes this is exactly what we need. There is an impulse here to PROVOKE people into being authentic.

Ultimately, this energy is meant to be the PROVOCATION for emotional and spiritual growth.  

People with this energy may find themselves baffled by the reaction they get from others just by going about their day. Or not, because they certainly have their moments where they enjoy poking the bear. OR they may actually feel irrationally PROVOKED by other people. Because all energies do go both ways.

Many people with this energy are highly creative and musically gifted, PROVOKING emotional responses in various creative ways. Frida Kahlo was defined by the sun in Gate 39 and I think it is safe to say that she PROVOKED a response in this world.

Let us not forget that PROVOCATIVE energy can also be sexy and flirty. Think Jessica Rabbit and the multitude of double takes she garnered from her costars. Fun right? She PROVOKED a response just by walking into a room.

As with all gates, there is the low expression of PROVOCATION as well. This can manifest as a fear of lack, whether that lack be materialistic or about the fundamental things we need to sustain ourselves. The personal journey of this aspect of PROVOCATION is to find peace in the knowledge that the universe will provide whatever we need; to learn to trust in abundance that isn't forced.

Do you find yourself easily PROVOKED into anger or hurt feelings by the behavior or words of others? Do you unnecessarily poke and prod the people in your life and take pleasure in their discomfort? Or is it pleasure in their opportunity for growth? Is it possible to consider those moments when you are irrationally hurt or angry as opportunities to jump start your own personal growth? What is it exactly about that particular scab or OBSTRUCTION in your psyche that needs to be addressed and maybe even liberated?

The people in your life with PROVOCATION in their chart are here to bring that gift to you.

STILLNESS - The Sun in Gate 52 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The Sun has now moved into Gate 52, PERSPECTIVE, STILLNESS or THE MOUNTAIN. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called KEEPING STILL MOUNTAIN.

This is the energy to stop, be STILL, and take the time to see the proverbial forest for the trees. The lower expression of this energy of course can also mean sitting around doing nothing. I have heard Gate 52 lovingly referred to as the couch potato gate. Of course there is a difference between lying on the couch and distracting yourself with television versus being still enough to allow an awareness of what is.

There is a unique opportunity for wisdom with this energy.

So I invite you to stop, look around, and take it all in. What is the bigger picture? Does Twitter really need your hot take on any subject before you have had a chance to gain PERSPECTIVE? Are you someone who can stop and take stock of a situation or do you act immediately? Is it your habit to continually put out fires or do you consistently plan five steps ahead? Do you meditate? Why? Why not? Is that OK? Are you typically an observer or in the thick of it? Are you always physically moving? Do you find it difficult to get moving? Are you paralyzed; unable to act? Why?

This is a great time to be STILL and take the time necessary to fully take stock of your life. A quiet vacation away from the hustle and bustle would be ideal. In what ways are you truly blessed? What are your particular challenges? In the long run, what is serving you and your loved ones and what is not?

Of course in Human Design we do not encourage over thinking. To be clear, this energy is not about mental gymnastics. It is about developing an awareness based on the gift of STILLNESS.

What bubbles up for you when you do nothing?      

EXTREMES - The Sun in Gate 15 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The Sun has now moved into Gate 15, EXTREMES or LOVE OF HUMANITY. In the I-Ching, this hexagram is called MODESTY. 

This is the energy for EXTREMES in rhythms and patterns. It can be quite the challenge for someone with this energy defined to stick to a rigid schedule. In many ways this has to do with an innate connection to what is going on with nature, there is no denying that pull regardless of what is on the agenda for the day. So it is less a refusal to stick with a schedule and more of an awareness of the true correct timing of nature.

For example, someone with this definition might drive their partner nuts by having to do this or that last minute before leaving their house for a party. But then when they arrive, they might find out the party had been delayed for some reason and that they are in fact arriving at the optimal time. This is an example of the seemingly erratic, yet divine timing of Gate 15.

Also people with this energy defined have very large auras. No matter how low key someone with this energy tries to be, people immediately notice them when they walk into the room. As a result many folks with this energy defined try to shrink themselves to no avail. Hence the hexagram, MODESTY. 

I have also heard this energy called the vortex. It is very easy to get caught up in the energy of someone with Gate 15, truly through no fault of their own. Whether that energy is expressing the high or low version of this energy it can be difficult not to get sucked in. At its best, I would like to think this vortex has the capacity for pulling people in to help HUMANITY.

Because in the end this is the energy for the LOVE OF HUMANITY. Love for all who reside here on this planet. For better or worse. Without awareness one can lose track of their own well being when there is so much love for HUMANITY.  

Do you struggle to keep a fixed schedule? Is that bad? Is it possible to see this as a gift rather than a fault? Does it make you feel less safe if the people around you are incapable of sticking to a pattern? Why? Is it possible to allow yourself to go with their flow every once in a while and allow divine timing to happen?

I invite you to also reflect on your feelings towards HUMANITY. It is so easy to focus on the bad examples of what is happening in the world today but how can we have more faith in HUMANITY as a whole? Do you generally love HUMANITY or do you hold suspicion in your heart? How can you open your heart to be a force of love in this world?

Are you someone who habitually puts others before yourself to a fault? What can you do to establish healthier boundaries? How can you show compassion and love to HUMANITY without losing yourself in the process?

These are strange times. But I keep coming back in my mind to the the role we each play in the puzzle of humanity. We each have an integral part to play. All we can do is strive to be the highest expression of ourselves we can manage and try be kind to the people around us. 

Small acts of kindness matter. They have to.          

CAUTION - The Sun in Gate 12 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The sun has now moved into Gate 12, CAUTION or ROMANTIC. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called STANDSTILL. 

With the right timing, this is the energy of the creative, romantic wordsmith who has the potential to speak straight from source, or not. Because if the timing is wrong, this wonderful energy also has the potential to say the wrong thing and truly cause havoc. Hence the keynote CAUTION. One must be in the mood and in the flow to tap into their greatness. Either way, there is certainly an impact to be had whether it be positive or negative. But when it is positive, it is truly sublime. Joyce Carol Oates has this energy defined by the Sun at the time of her birth. 

When someone with this energy gets into enough trouble enough times however by blurting things out in the wrong way, they may find themselves at a STANDSTILL. Unable to gather the courage to put themselves out there again. But if they can develop the ability to recognize when they are in the right flow and when the energy around them is ready to receive that flow, they will be astounded by their own brilliance. Patience and awareness is key. 

Do you have a history of saying the wrong thing at the wrong time? How did the reaction of others make you feel? CAUTIOUS? How can you be more aware of the people around you and how they may react to what you are inspired to say in the moment? On the other hand, how frustrating is it when you are called to express yourself when you are not at all in the right mood to flow?  

These things cannot be forced. Writer's block is a sign of wrong timing. Don't force it. Respect your natural creative flow both when it is there and when it is not there. Right timing is indeed connected to source.

Trust that, and you will be amazed by what flows out of you as a gift for us all. 

The KING or QUEEN - The Sun in Gate 45 - #HUMANDESIGN #ASTROLOGY #TRANSITS #ICHING

Charles II King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, defined by the Sun in Gate 45.

The Sun has now moved into Gate 45, THE KING OR QUEEN OR CEO. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called GATHERING TOGETHER.

This is the natural leader but it is not necessarily the democratic leader, that is elsewhere in the chart. So this is the energy of someone who is in charge and not selected or appointed to that role, they just are. When you think of the archetype of the CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, think of Gate 45. This is the tribal energy for leadership. There is a bit of entitlement to this energy no doubt and it can go the way of dictatorship if its not careful but the highest expression is the benevolent energy for taking care of its people.

Two KINGS, one Czar, and one Emperor have Gate 45 defined by the Sun at the time of their birth. One Pope and one Cult Leader also have this definition. President George HW Bush has this definition as well. David Rockefeller also had Gate 45 defined by the sun in his chart. No less than 12 QUEENS, Princes, Princesses, Dukes, and Duchesses had this particular definition.   

Our current President in the United States has Gate 45.5 defined by the North Node. Which means this energy is prominent and projected on to him in the later half of his life. You don't say. 

How does the theme of the KING/QUEEN/CEO play out in your life? Are you a natural leader? If not, is that a bad thing? In what way do you support the leaders in your life? How have the leaders in your life treated you? Do you express what you need to your leaders? Do you hold them to a standard and let them know when you don't agree with them? 

If you are a natural leader, how can you be more thoughtful in how you deal with your subjects? That last bit was a joke but really, do you take your leadership position for granted? Do you have a tendency to spend too much money because you feel entitled to it? How can you be more aware of the needs of those around you? How can you also make sure you have the support you need to thoughtfully lead in a manner that is beneficial to all?

Let us hope our current leaders are asking themselves just that. If they are not, let us hold them to a higher standard.

CHANGE - The Sun in Gate 35 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The Sun has now moved into Gate 35, CHANGE or APTITUDE. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called PROGRESS. 

This is the a very capable energy based in experience. It has been there, done that. So much so, the energy can easily go to a place of boredom or a lack of enthusiasm. An interesting and possibly logical transition from the energy of ENTHUSIASM prior to this transit. 

The person with this energy really can handle any challenge that comes their way. Over time and with enough experience, a natural confidence in their own capability is the result. This comes from gathering experiences. CHANGE is to be expected for someone with this energy defined. Or not. 

This energy can also play out as a deep reluctance to experience boredom. So those experiences can become more and more extreme as a result. But fighting boredom is not really the point. Sure this energy craves CHANGE but It is truly about the wisdom one derives from a lifetime of experiences. It is about approaching life as an adventure and embracing CHANGE, not scrambling for the next new thing just to avoid boredom. 

How do you generally handle CHANGE in your life? Does it freak you out? Does it give you a spark of excitement? Do you actually create CHANGE to avoid boredom? Why? Is it possible to consider that you have the capacity to handle anything that comes your way? Do you believe that?  

Sometimes the only way to know for sure is to let go and allow yourself to have a new experience. You just might find out how very capable you are.   

SKILLS - The Sun in Gate 16 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved into Gate 16, SKILLS or TALENT. In the I-Ching, this hexagram is called ENTHUSIASM. 

Some compare this energy to The Fool in Tarot and I can see why. It is a willingness to step off a cliff without having any idea how things will turn out. It's about trusting you have the natural SKILL to land on your feet. In truth, people with Gate 16 prominently defined in their chart are naturally TALENTED and can more often than not get away with simply going for it.

Natural SKILL isn’t always foolproof however. This energy has the potential to get itself into trouble through wrong timing and lack of SKILL. But this natural ENTHUSIASM is rarely dampened for long by the occasional failure. 

Are you one of those bold individuals who jump into new opportunities on a wing and a prayer? How does that work for you? When other people are cautious, do you jump right in? How do they react to that? Has your natural TALENT worked for you more often than not? Does that make you lucky or gifted? Or is the gift having faith in your abilities?

Do you every so often fall flat on your face? Is that OK? What if you were to stop, listen to your Authority and wait for right timing? Would it be so bad to take the the time to adequately prepare?

Or are you someone who is never willing to jump in and try something new because your default is a sense of inadequacy? How can you find the strength and bravery to go ahead and try it anyway? Would falling flat on your face really be that terrible after all? What's the worst that can happen? Is it possible that your tendency to prepare makes you in fact more equipped to handle something new? Are you more prepared than you think? Is it possible to have faith in yourself?

Who exactly is the fool here?

METAMORPHOSIS - The Sun in Gate 20 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The Sun has now moved into Gate 20, METAMORPHOSIS, ANTICIPATION, THE NOW, or CHARISMA. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called CONTEMPLATION.

As you can see, there are a lot of keynotes and interpretations of this energy with good reason. METAMORPHOSIS is complicated.

This is the energy for having an awareness of THE NOW. It is also the energy for doing the right thing even when other people are not. It is about integrity.

My teacher Karen Curry Parker calls METAMORPHOSIS "intuitive awareness to right action." GATE 20 is the physical expression of the Integration Circuit. Which may or may not look like what other people are doing. This is as it should be.

But METAMORPHOSIS is also the energy for intuitively recognizing the skills of others and having that special ability of bringing the right people together at the right time for the right cause.

So yes, there is a lot going on here which makes perfect sense. It is part of the Channel of CHARISMA which is a very busy channel. In the right combination this is part of the archetype of the Manifesting Generator. 

Bob Dylan and Ralph Waldo Emerson both have METAMORPHOSIS defined by the sun at the time of their birth. Can you see how they were both able to have an awareness of the beauty in this world as well as an acute awareness of where there was absence of beauty; how each were also compelled to express their innate integrity within their observations?

Do you live your life with integrity? Do you have a solid sense of what is right and what is wrong? Do you just intuitively know? Why not? How can you be more focused on right action? What is right action? If this sensibility comes easily to you, are you acting on this awareness of right action or are you just playing the observer? What can you do now to bring the right people together to act on this sense of integrity? Should you? 

Are you continually focused on the past or the future? If all we can concentrate on is the future or the past how can we be present for our loved ones now or even have an awareness of the beauty of the present? Do you live your life in THE NOW? Why not? What can you do to be more present in your life right NOW?

“The contemplation of beauty causes the soul to grow wings.” Plato 

For those of us with this energy prominently defined in our charts, if we can just stop, take a breath, and take in the beauty of what is NOW, we have the opportunity to METAMORPHOSIS into the people of integrity that we are meant to embody in this lifetime.

CONTRIBUTION - The Sun in Gate 8 - #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved to Gate 8, CONTRIBUTION. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called HOLDING TOGETHER. 

This energy needs to make a CONTRIBUTION in this world. It is as simple as that.

If given the opportunity this energy will make a difference in this world. Collaboration can be the key to facilitate that opportunity. With the right people and the right energies this can be the individual circuit expression of productive change manifested.

Not having the opportunity to make a CONTRIBUTION can weigh very heavily on people who have this energy prominently defined. If their J-O-B makes them feel like a cog in a wheel that doesn’t make any difference it could very well lead to melancholy.

Here’s the thing. Whether we have this energy defined or not, most of us want to feel like we are here to make a difference. But so many of us do not give ourselves the credit for the CONTRIBUTION we are already making. Some people make a CONTRIBUTION to this world by raising their children with impeccable values. Others, make a CONTRIBUTION by fostering empathy through art. Others make a CONTRIBUTION by changing the face of technology. Others make a CONTRIBUTION by improving the quality of life for others in small ways every day. We are all different, on different paths, and all of this is valid and necessary.

With this is mind, how do you make a CONTRIBUTION? Would you say your CONTRIBUTION to this world is on balance positive or negative? What can you do to make more of a CONTRIBUTION? What does making a CONTRIBUTION mean to you? How can you CONTRIBUTE more to the well being of the people around you? If you're not getting that sense of CONTRIBUTION to the world at work, what can you do in your spare time to feel like you are making a difference? Have you considered volunteering? If it is a creative CONTRIBUTION you desire, how can you be open to those kind of opportunities?

These opportunities present themselves all the time. The trick is using your Strategy and Authority to know when to act. When we are true to our design, we are playing the role that is of most use to this world.

In this way we all have something integral to CONTRIBUTE. 

ASSIMILATION - The Sun in Gate 23 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The Sun has now moved to Gate 23, EXPLANATION or ASSIMILATION. In the I-Ching, this hexagram is called SPLITTING APART.

This is the energy for breaking down very complex ideas and concepts into digestible pieces that are easier to understand. It is SPLITTING APART what could be an overwhelming concept into understandable pieces. This is a process of course. It is as much an internal process of understanding the grand inspiration as it is a method for communicating it.

Be careful though. Right timing is everything. This is part of what is lovingly called the GENIUS TO FREAK channel. You can either come off as a freak or a genius depending on when you communicate. It is just as much about waiting until you have broken it down in an understandable way for yourself as it is waiting until other people are ready to hear it.

People with this energy can be a bit lost in their head which is understandable. They are generally not particularly good listeners. Frustrating for the people around them but certainly not personal. You'd be lost in your head too if you were solving the puzzle of how to break down enormous concepts for the benefit of humanity.

How would you rate your listening skills? Do you have the ability to get out of your own head and really listen to people? Or is this a challenge for you? Do you have a tendency to think out loud before the thought has truly baked? Are you waiting to see if people are open to hearing from you? How can you do a better job of stopping to really listen to what they have to say first?  

Take the time to think it fully through and then use your gift to help others understand.

KEEPER OF THE KEYS - The Sun in Gate 2 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved into Gate 2, RECEIVE SUPPORT, KEEPER OF THE KEYS, or RECEPTIVITY. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called THE RECEPTIVE.

You can see where this is going. This is the energy for receiving resources. It is not necessarily the energy for creating resources. Of course there is a high expression of RECEIVING SUPPORT and a low expression. Meaning one can hold on to what they get or spend it recklessly. But in general, someone who has this energy defined at the time of their birth will RECEIVE the SUPPORT they need. How they manage that SUPPORT is another thing altogether. The high expression of this is managing resources RECEIVED to make a substantive contribution in this world.

I'm a bit tempted to say something off the cuff and lighthearted about sugar babies. But I hesitate to infantilize anyone with this energy. Because a person with this energy defined in their chart has the potential to utilize their propensity for receiving support in a powerfully positive way. Or not.

Do you readily accept SUPPORT? Is that bad? Do you trust in your own ability to gather resources? If not, why? How can you better appreciate the weight of this SUPPORT in your life, the blessing really, and feel more gratitude?

When it comes down to it, isn't this energy for being RECEPTIVE to SUPPORT also a glorious example of self worth? Wouldn't we all love to have the energy to accept help in a gracious way because deep down we know we deserve it? 

Do you have trouble RECEIVING SUPPORT? Does it make you feel uncomfortable? Why? Is it that you don't believe you deserve it? Do you think there is something wrong with RECEIVING SUPPORT? Why? How can you allow yourself to trust the offer of SUPPORT in your life?

Here is the thing; when you accept SUPPORT a closer bond is formed. It makes both parties feel closer to one another. The people who love you want to contribute and help in any way they can. They want to feel important to your life. It is a humbling and empowering experience all at once to let go and RECEIVE SUPPORT.   

We all have our own path. Some of us are meant to RECEIVE SUPPORT in this lifetime. This is right and true. If you are THE KEEPER OF THE KEYS, be grateful. 

Make the most of this opportunity to be a force for good.

RATIONALIZATION - The Sun in Gate 24 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved into Gate 24, RATIONALIZATION. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called RETURNING.

This is the energy for RATIONALIZING what has been, what is, and what will be. It's about making the best of a situation. But also it is RETURNING to a problem over and over until it is tweaked in a manner that is acceptable. Now of course there is the potential for the shadow side of this which is RATIONALIZING the bad behavior of our loved ones or worse, RATIONALIZING our own bad behavior.    

This energy is part of the KNOWING circuit so there is a knowingness at play here that is not based on evidence. But the trick is recognizing what is a positive RATIONALIZATION that moves invention forward versus RATIONALIZING what isn't working.

Do you have an amazing ability to look at the bright side, no matter what? Are small RATIONALIZATIONS helpful along the way? How can you understand and support the behavior of the people in your life without encouraging them to misbehave? Do you make the best of a situation and focus on the positive? Is that good? Is that bad? Do you make excuses for your behavior? Do you make excuses for other people’s behavior? Is it OK to have an awareness of the underlying meaning of behavior and maintain healthy boundaries anyway? Is understanding why people behave the way they do a kindness?

To focus on what is right rather than what is wrong is a gift. Be grateful if you can and take care of yourself.  

RESPONSIBILITY - The Sun in Gate 27 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The Sun has now moved to Gate 27, RESPONSIBILITY or NOURISHING. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called NOURISHMENT. 

This is the energy for transmitting values and NOURISHMENT to the tribe. The classic example of this energy is the Mama Bear who takes care of her family, often at great cost to her own well being. It can easily turn into co-dependent energy that takes enormous RESPONSIBILITY for everyone and everything.

People with NOURISHING defined in their chart are often wonderful cooks who quite literally find joy in feeding and NOURISHING their loved ones.

The highest expression of this energy however is altruism while still maintaining a healthy sense of self preservation; easier said than done. Taking RESPONSIBILITY for one’s own actions in a manner that is NOURISHING to all.

Do you feel RESPONSIBLE for the people in your life? Are your actions helping or hindering the well being of the people around you? How much do you self-sacrifice for your loved ones? Are you someone who puts others before yourself? Is it possible to find more balance? An important part of imparting values includes teaching others to take RESPONSIBILITY for themselves. Can you see how doing everything for others may fall short of that goal? Are you someone who is more independent and less inclined to take responsibility for others? How can you find ways to be more NOURISHING to our loved ones on a regular basis? Is there something you could do this week to demonstrate how very much you care?    

How can you take RESPONSIBILITY for yourself and others in a balanced way?      

ORDERING - The Sun in Gate 3 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

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The Sun now moves into Gate 3, INNOVATION, or ORDERING. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called DIFFICULTY AT THE BEGINNING.

This energy is all about shifting away from the status quo and finding a better way to do things. A more rebellious take on the energy is to refuse to participate in the status quo at all and create chaos. Ultimately, someone who has this defined needs to feel they are part of something INNOVATIVE. They thrive in situations where they are doing something brand new, the stranger the better. 

So it follows when someone is behaving in innovative ways they will experience DIFFICULTY AT THE BEGINNING. Change is hard and it is often met with resistance. So if this energy is defined in your chart, understand that choosing the new way to do something will mean it is also the DIFFICULT way, especially at first.

In Human Design we often say if you are experiencing resistance, it is a sign you are not following your strategy and authority. But if you are a walking agent for INNOVATION, odds are you will experience DIFFICULTY AT THE BEGINNING even when you are on the right path. Don't be dissuaded by the DIFFICULTY. It is part of the process and the cost frankly for INNOVATION.

Both my Mother and my Sister are defined by the Sun in Gate 3. Which means it's their birthday this week. They are both unusual, fascinating women and I cherish the conditioning of Gate 3 in my life. They do things in their own way and they don't particularly care if it lines up with how other folks do things. I really love that about them. 

Does INNOVATION scare you or excite you? Why? Do you hate when things are always done the same way over and over? Why? What is working and what is not working in your life? How can you approach things differently? Are you sure that thing you do in the same way every day is the best way? Is there room for improvement? Isn’t there always room for improvement? Wouldn't it be great to discover a completely different approach that works even better? Would a fresh perspective be so bad?

We really must support the energy for INNOVATION. It is the way forward.

Even if it does feel a little weird.

FINISHING THINGS - The Sun in Gate 42 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The Sun has now traveled to Gate 42, FINISHING THINGS or COMPLETION. In the I-Ching, this hexagram is called INCREASE.

This is the energy for, you guessed it, FINISHING THINGS. What it is not however is the energy for starting things. Tricky that. So someone with this energy defined without its counterpart, Gate 53, STARTING THINGS are better off when they respond to an existing situation where they can come in and COMPLETE the project. 

I can understand why there are multiple quotes from Neil Gaiman about FINISHING THINGS because he has the energy for STARTING THINGS but not FINISHING THINGS. No wonder it's on his mind. He has spent a lifetime trying to figure out how to FINISH THINGS. I think many of us can relate. 

Are you good at FINISHING THINGS? Are you a procrastinator? Do you have someone in your life that can swoop in and COMPLETE things for you? How does that make you feel? What narrative have you created around the concept of FINISHING THINGS? Do you see yourself as someone who never FINISHES what they start? Is that bad? Why? Who assigned that label to you? Do you feel anxiety and pressure when things aren’t FINISHED? Why? What is the worst thing that could happen if you don’t FINISH what’s on your plate right this minute? What are some jobs that you can think of where you have the opportunity to COMPLETE what has already been started?

Wouldn’t it be wonderful for an individual with the energy for STARTING THINGS to partner up with someone with the energy for FINISHING THINGS? Do you see how those puzzle pieces fit together?

Shock - The Sun in Gate 51 #HUMANDESIGN #TRANSITS #ASTROLOGY #ICHING

The sun has now moved into Gate 51, SHOCK or AROUSING. In the I-Ching this hexagram is also called THE AROUSING.

This is the energy of the shaman who goes through a difficult trial to SHOCK themselves into a spiritual awakening. Because ultimately it is about attaining spiritual wisdom. 

Now if someone with this definition is not expressing any interest in spirit in their life, SHOCKING experiences may become a repeating theme until they are forced into that spiritual awakening.

On the lighter side, many people with this energy defined like to be a little shocking. They enjoy it. This is also highly competitive energy which can be experienced by others being competitive with them or being competitive themselves. 

Bette Davis was defined by the Sun in Gate 51 and she embodied the energy of SHOCKING people with her bold choices. Plus her competitive spirit was legendary. I find it impossible to not also mention that Joan Crawford was defined by Mercury in Gate 51 as well.         

What do you find SHOCKING? Do you love or hate a surprise? Are you a practical joker? Are you competitive? Or does the idea of competition make you want to hide in a corner? Is that bad? Do you have someone in your life that loves nothing more than a SHOCKING practical joke? Is that OK? Have you had SHOCKING experiences in your life? How did you handle it? Did it open you up to trusting the universe or shut you down? Did the way you look at life change? Why? What does shamanistic experience mean to you? What does spirituality mean to you? How does it play out in your life? Would you like to tap into spirit? Is it possible to trust the universe?

Start small. Light a candle with a positive intention. Just keep an eye on that flame OK?