Struggling To Make A Decision? Your Soul Knows The Way
How many times do we have big life decisions to make and we end up going backwards and forwards struggling to figure out which direction to go in?
Human Design is one of the BEST tools for guiding decision-making. In Human Design, everyone has their own ‘Authority’ and this is the guiding wisdom inside each of us that tells us which decision to make. Our Authority knows what’s best for us, it nudges us in the direction of the path that our soul wants us to be on, our Authority never fails us.
The challenge that we often face is learning to quieten the more rational voice of the mind, that often pulls us in the opposite direction to keep us safe (and stuck). That’s why Human Design is a constant practice - to live according to your Human Design takes work. But believe me, it always leads you in the right direction.
Below I outline the seven distinct Human Design Authorities that you can have in your chart and how to make aligned decisions with each:
1. Emotional Authority – Approximately 50% of the Population
How It Works: Emotional Authority individuals experience a natural emotional wave, fluctuating between highs and lows. Clarity emerges over time, not in the heat of the moment so these beings need to ensure that decisions are made when they are feeling emotionally neutral based on what feels good to them.
Decision-Making Tip: Avoid making decisions during emotional peaks or valleys. Give yourself time to ride the emotional wave and reach a state of neutrality before committing. Sleep on it!
2. Sacral Authority – Approximately 35% of the Population
How It Works: Found in Generators and Manifesting Generators only, Sacral Authority is characterized by a strong gut response that occurs instantly in the moment.
Decision-Making Tip: Trust your gut reactions. If a decision doesn't elicit a clear sacral response, it may not be right for you.
3. Splenic Authority – Approximately 11% of the Population
How It Works: Splenic Authority is rooted in intuition and instinct, offering immediate insights without logical reasoning. The voice of the spleen is like a quiet whisper from your soul that only speaks once.
Decision-Making Tip: Pay attention to spontaneous feelings or bodily cues. Your first instinct is often your most aligned choice.
4. Ego Authority – Approximately 2% of the Population
How It Works: Ego Authority individuals are extremely rare and they make decisions based on willpower and personal desires. This authority is about what you truly want and are willing to commit to.
Decision-Making Tip: Ask yourself, "Do I feel like genuinely want this?" and “Does this make me feel motivated?” If the answer stems from a place of self-empowerment, it's likely the right path.
5. Self-Projected Authority (G Center) – Approximately 1% of the Population
How It Works: Only Projectors have this rare type of Authority. This authority relies on expressing thoughts and feelings aloud to gain clarity. Speaking helps align decisions with your identity and direction.
Decision-Making Tip: Engage in conversations with trusted individuals or even talk to yourself. Hearing your thoughts can illuminate your true desires.
6. Environmental Authority (Mental Projectors) – Approximately 1% of the Population
How It Works: Without inner authority, Environmental Authority individuals gain clarity through interactions and their surroundings. This type of Authority is exclusively for Projectors.
Decision-Making Tip: Place yourself in environments that feel good and discuss decisions with trusted confidants. Your surroundings and conversations will guide you.
7. Lunar Authority (Reflectors) – Approximately 1% of the Population
How It Works: Lunar Authority is only for the Reflector energy type. Reflectors need to wait a full lunar cycle (about 28 days) to gain clarity, as their energy is influenced by the moon's phases and decisions need to be considered from all angles.
Decision-Making Tip: Exercise patience. Allow a full lunar cycle to pass before making significant decisions, observing how you feel throughout.
If you’re curious to find out your Human Design Authority, you can download your FREE Human Design bodygraph chart here. If you need help decoding your chart (because believe me, Human Design is not the easiest modality to understand), you can book a personalised reading or order a personalised report here.