Episode 7: Why Strategy & Authority Are So Hard To Follow

Episode 7: Why Strategy & Authority Are So Hard To Follow

SUMMARY:

In this revelatory episode, hosts Andrea Ward Berg and Courtney Napier dive deep into the complexities of strategy and authority within Human Design, framed by the lens of liberation theology. They explore the challenging journey of adhering to one’s innate strategy and authority, highlighting the nuances of personal and collective liberation. Andrea shares insights from her intro course, "Better Human," offering listeners a pathway to understanding their unique design, while both hosts share personal anecdotes that illuminate the struggles and triumphs of living true to one's design. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the intersections between human design, personal fulfillment, and the broader quest for liberation.

KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS

1. Introduction & Purpose of the Podcast [00:00:00]: Introduction by Andrea and Courtney, outlining the podcast's aim to merge human design with liberation theology.
2. The Essence of Strategy and Authority [00:01:00]: An in-depth discussion on the importance of strategy and authority in human design, exploring why these concepts can be challenging to follow.
3. How our Strategy and Authority led to HDxLiberation Podcast [00:01:48]: The significance of the podcast as a creative outlet, and how Courtney and Andrea’s respective strategies and authorities lead them to build it.
4. Overview of Strategies for Different Energy Types [00:04:00]: Explaining how strategies vary across energy types and their importance in guiding individuals toward satisfaction and away from frustration.
5. Personal Stories & Experiences with Strategy and Authority [00:17:17]: Andrea and Courtney share their journeys, highlighting how strategy and authority have played pivotal roles in their lives and the inception of the podcast.
6. The Challenge of Conditioning and Reclaiming Sovereignty [00:20:33]: Discussion on overcoming conditioning to embrace one's strategy and authority.
7. The Role of Authority in Decision Making [00:38:53]: A deep dive into different types of authority and their crucial role in navigating life’s decisions.
8. Concluding Thoughts & Encouragement for Experimentation [00:45:37]: Final reflections on the episode’s theme, emphasizing the value of experimenting with one’s design.

RESOURCES & LINKS

Human Design Intro Course Better Human: Use the promo code “HDXL” to get 30% OFF! https://andreawardberg.com/better-human/ 

Rave Mandala for Human Design Visualization: https://www.jovianarchive.com/Human_Design/The_Chart_and_BodyGraph 

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