04. The Bodygraph

In this episode, Kelsey dives into the mechanics of the Human Design Bodygraph and the foundational elements of the chart that create your Type, Strategy and Authority. She also explains the connections between the Rave Mandala and Astrology and the I-Ching. Kelsey also explores how both your conscious personality and your unconscious design are represented in the chart so that you can start to uncover some of the nuances beneath the surface of your design.

This conversation blends technical insight with accessible guidance, so whether you’re a detail-loving 1st line or a seasoned experimenter, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation how the nuances within the Bodygraph inform your unique experience of life.

What's discussed in this episode:

• The various aspects of the Bodygraph including Gates, Channels, and Centers
• Mechanics of Definition
• Difference between Defined, Undefined and Open Centers
• The Rave Mandala and its link to the zodiac & I-Ching
• Black (personality) vs. red (design) activations
• The 9 Centers and their categories: pressure, awareness, motor, identity, and manifestation
• The flow of energy through the chart — from pressure to expression
• How definition shapes type, strategy, authority, and themes

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