• 15: Navigating Doubt and Career - LIVE READING
    Jul 10 2024
    Overview: In this live-reading demonstration, James “JW” provides guidance to Dave, a 2/4 Sacral Generator, helping him to dive beyond his foundation reading. Two years later! We truly do rise higher the more we practice and understand our own human design chart. They discuss various aspects of Dave's chart, including reviewing his energy type, authority, centers, channels, and gates. JW helps Dave understand his unique gifts and how he can use them to navigate his life's purpose. They explore themes of doubt, community, creativity, and leadership. JW emphasizes the importance of following our strategy and authority, paying attention to details, and embracing curiosity. The conversation concludes with gratitude and a deep connection between the two friends. Keywords human design, doing what lights you up, not self theme, movement arts, making music, Saturn return, career doubts, Saturn gates, nurturing connections, questioning beliefs, human design, energy type, authority, centers, channels, gates, doubt, community, creativity, leadership, strategy, details, curiosity, gratitude, get aligned with me, somatic experiencing, energy psychology, energy healing, holistic healing, sacral. Takeaways Doing what lights you up and brings you joy is valuable in life. The not self theme can provide guidance and help track patterns in life. Rediscovering past passions can bring a deep sense of fulfillment. Saturn return is a significant period of transition and self-discovery. Questioning beliefs and nurturing meaningful connections are important for personal growth. Understanding one's human design chart can provide guidance and insight into one's unique gifts and life's purpose. Following one's strategy and authority is essential for making decisions and navigating life. Doubt can be a powerful tool when used to question things outside of oneself, rather than turning it inward and questioning oneself. Community and connection are important for finding fulfillment and enjoyment in one's work and activities. Embracing curiosity and exploring taboo or unconventional topics can lead to personal growth and spiritual connection. Paying attention to details and using them to deliver information in a meaningful way can have a profound impact on others. Leadership can be demonstrated through leading by example and supporting others in their growth and success. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Human Design 08:02 Finding Joy in Doing What Lights You Up 13:13 Exploring the Not Self Theme and Tracking Patterns 16:02 Rediscovering Passions: Movement Arts and Making Music 21:16 Navigating Doubts and Career Changes during Saturn Return 28:29 The Importance of Nurturing Connections and Questioning Beliefs 40:39 The Beauty of Creation and Exploration 42:29 The Challenge of Losing Community 45:25 Embracing Doubt and Questioning 48:09 The Power of Connection and Community 50:15 Embracing the Genius Within 01:02:46 Leading by Example and Supporting Growth 01:05:38 Exploring Taboo Topics and Embracing Curiosity 01:08:30 Using Details to Deliver Meaningful Information 01:11:04 Guiding Others Towards Success and Growth 01:13:23 Sharing Information in a Unique and Understandable Way Follow on Social Media: Follow James D Williams for updates and behind-the-scenes content. https://linktr.ee/alignedhd Connect on Instagram: @jamesaligns Tiktok:@james.aligns Email: hello@alignedhd.com If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 14: Navigating Relationships: Insights with Michelle Mouhtis
    Jun 18 2024

    Overview:


    Michelle Mouhtis, a relationship coach and licensed therapist, discusses the importance of interpersonal skills and the impact of relationships on our happiness. She shares her journey of becoming a relationship coach and the limitations she found in traditional therapy. Michelle emphasizes the need for trauma-informed therapy and the power of taking accountability for our own actions. She also highlights the unique challenges and strengths of millennials in navigating relationships. The conversation touches on topics such as human design and the role of visualization in manifesting healthy relationships. In this conversation, JW and Michelle discuss the importance of following one's strategy and authority in human design, especially for projectors. They emphasize the need for projectors to wait for invitations and allow the right opportunities to come to them. They also discuss the challenges of being in the space between wanting something and having it, and the conditioning to be a go-getter. They highlight the importance of honing and mastering one's gifts while waiting for the right opportunities. They also touch on the power of the spleen authority and the importance of body awareness in decision-making. The conversation explores the healing journey, including finding the right therapist and mentorship, embracing duality in healing, and the importance of community and balance.

    Michelle shares three tips for listeners: prioritize community, define your own version of happiness, and invest in yourself.


    Timestamps:

    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Grounding Exercise

    04:13 The Challenges of Interpersonal Skills

    07:40 Introduction to Michelle Mouhtis and Her Work

    09:02 The Limitations of Traditional Therapy

    11:13 The Importance of Trauma-Informed Approaches

    14:01 Navigating Relationships as a Millennial

    20:54 Michelle's Journey and Self-Discovery

    25:15 The Role of Visualization in Manifesting Healthy Relationships

    27:56 Understanding Human Design for Relationship Success

    28:55 Following Your Strategy and Authority

    33:41 Waiting for Invitations and Allowing the Right Opportunities

    35:12 Honing and Mastering Your Gifts

    39:01 The Power of Splenic Authority and Body Awareness

    48:17 The Healing Journey: Finding the Right Therapist and Mentorship

    54:14 Defining Your Version of Happiness and Finding Balance

    Social Media: Follow Michelle Mouhtis - IG: @thatmillennialtherapist

    Tiktok: @thatmillennialtherapy


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 13: Unveiling the Human Design Profile Lines
    Jun 4 2024

    Overview:

    In this episode, James delves into the intricacies of human design profiles, exploring the six profile lines and their significance. He discusses the conscious and unconscious aspects of the bodygraph and we come to create the profiles according to some gate details. James provides detailed insights into each profile line, highlighting the unique characteristics and experiences associated with each line. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing one's profile for personal growth and fulfillment. Timestamps

    • 00:00 Unveiling the Intricacies of Human Design Profiles
    • 03:25 The Significance of Gates and Profile Lines
    • 10:24 Understanding the Six Profile Lines

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    23 mins
  • 12: Navigating the Emotional Center
    May 28 2024

    Overview In this episode, the host shares a personal experience of self-discovery and growth inspired by the new moon. He discusses the impact of bitterness, the magic of self-reflection, and the fusion of the biosocial theory with human design. The episode focuses on the defined and undefined solar plexus in human design, exploring emotional authority, empathy, and conditioning. The host provides mantras and insights for both defined and undefined individuals, emphasizing acceptance and observation of emotions without judgment. Time Stamps

    • 00:00 Embracing Self-Discovery and Growth
    • 03:14 Exploring the Defined and Undefined Solar Plexus
    • 13:04 Acceptance and Observation of Emotions

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    17 mins
  • 11: Discovering Your Human Design Authority
    May 14 2024

    Overview:

    In this episode, I discuss more about the Human Design System and how it can help you understand your true nature and live more authentically. I specifically focus on the concept of "authorities" in Human Design, which are unique decision-making strategies that align you with your natural flow and intuition. You'll learn about the different types of authorities, how they function, and practical tips for integrating this knowledge into your daily life. Whether you're new to Human Design or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance on navigating your personal and professional journey with clarity and confidence.

    Time Stamps

    • 01:50 Honoring Your Strategy and Authority
    • 04:09 Hierarchy of Authorities
    • 07:24 Emotional Authority
    • 09:51 Sacral Authority
    • 14:26 Splenic Authority
    • 18:48 Self-Projected Authority
    • 23:35 Environment Authority
    • 26:51 Lunar Authority for Reflectors
    • 31:39 Rebranding Announcement
    • 33:06 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

    Types of Authorities:

    • Emotional Authority: Making decisions based on emotional clarity over time.
    • Sacral Authority: Relying on gut responses and immediate body reactions.
    • Splenic Authority: Trusting spontaneous and intuitive insights.
    • Ego Authority: Decisions driven by willpower and what you truly desire.
    • Self-Projected Authority: Speaking your truth and hearing your own guidance.
    • Environmental (No Inner) Authority: Making choices through external reflections and environments.
    • Lunar Authority: Following the lunar cycle to gain clarity.

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    35 mins
  • 10: Finding Clarity: My Saturn Return & Journey into Human Design
    May 7 2024

    Overview:

    In this episode, JW shares his personal journey of transformation and self-discovery. He discusses his experience of feeling unfulfilled in his job and the toxic work environment he was in. James talks about his spiritual awakening and how he decided to leave his job and start his own business. He also shares his experience with health challenges and the importance of taking care of his body. James emphasizes the power of human design in his life and how it has helped him align with his true purpose.


    Keywords

    transformation, self-discovery, toxic work environment, spiritual awakening, leaving a job, starting a business, health challenges, human design, aligning with purpose


    Takeaways:

    • Sometimes, we need to leave toxic work environments and follow our own path to find fulfillment.
    • Health challenges can be a wake-up call and a catalyst for personal growth and transformation.
    • Listening to our intuition and following our true purpose can lead to a more fulfilling and aligned life.
    • Human design can provide valuable insights into our unique strengths, challenges, and life purpose.

    Chapters/Time Stamp:

    • 00:00 A Vulnerable Journey
    • 10:48 My Saturn Return
    • 28:04 Taking a Leap: Quitting Without a Plan
    • 31:48 Discovering Human Design
    • 35:30 Excitement for the Future


    Key Topics Discussed:

    • What is a Saturn Return and why it's significant
    • The impact of COVID-19 on the host and others.
    • Beginning of a spiritual awakening.
    • The health scare and its impact on personal growth
    • Journey towards Human Design.


    Resources Mentioned:

    • Saturn Return: https://www.thecut.com/article/saturn-return-what-it-is-what-to-expect.html
    • Human Design: https://www.jovianarchive.com
    • Bodygraph: https://www.jovianarchive.com/Get_Your_Chart


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    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@alignedhd

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    email: hello@alignedhd.com


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    36 mins
  • 9: Human Design Type & Strategy
    Feb 1 2024

    Welcome back to another episode!

    In today’s episode, I discuss the 4 Human Design Types, their auras, not-self theme, signature, and strategy.

    Human Design continues to change my life forcing me to look at some uncomfortable and necessary truths. Join me on this journey of Self-Awarnessness, Self-Discovery, & Self-Acceptance.

    Check out your specific transit calendar views for free. Creating a profile on mybodygraph.com

    Are you interested in coaching or a Human Design Reading?

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    34 mins
  • 8: Understanding the Centers
    Jan 25 2024

    Happy Human Design New Year!

    In today's episode, we discuss the 9 Center in Human Design.

    • We cover some defined and undefined details regarding each center.
    • Some not-self talk associated with each center.
    • A list of questions to ask yourself to do a spot check of when you may be engaging in the Not-Self talk.

    Are you interested in coaching or a Human Design Reading?

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    Email me: hello@alignedhd.com

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    58 mins