Welcome to the article on Human Design - Gates. In this series, we embark on a journey through the individual Gates. Each of the 64 gates represents unique energetic frequencies that influence our lives, our essence, and our uniqueness.
The Gates allow us to see our deepest potentials, gifts, and talents, as well as our shadows. This knowledge can illuminate areas of our challenges, lessons, and growth opportunities. Each Gate can offer valuable insights and tools for self-knowledge and self-development.
All the information in this series is based on the teachings of Human Design founder, Ra Uru Hu, and enriched by my own experience, through the perspective of an Emotional Manifesting Generator 6/2 living the Incarnation Cross of Refinement.
This series is not only a theoretical guide but also a practical manual on how to integrate the knowledge of the Gates into our everyday lives.
SELF EXPRESSION
"Creation as a primal force. The energetic potential to manifest inspiration without limitation."
Harmonic Gate: Gate 8 - Contribution
Location: Center G towards the Throat center
Circuity: Knowing
Lane: 1-8 - Inspiration - Creative Role Model
Keywords: creativity, surrendering to the ups and downs of creativity & self-expression
Horoscope : Scorpio
Energy Type: Projected
What is always good to remember:
Each energy contained in the individual aspects of the Chart manifests as a spectrum of energy. It is important to understand that Human Design never states that something is good or bad. It does not distinguish value. Value is something we have artificially created as humanity to describe the differences between this or that, but it is not something we would encounter in the rest of the universe. Value is a construct of the human mind. Just as we have named night and day, yin and yang, or black and white as two concepts on opposite sides of the spectrum, it does not mean that there is nothing in between. These concepts are just two points on the opposite ends of the spectrum, which encompass everything we experience and observe around us. Similarly, the Gates and their energies reflect a spectrum of possibilities and potentials.
Therefore, it is necessary to look at the Gates, as well as all aspects of Human Design, as an unbiased observer and try not to judge anything. Only when we start to view everything without bias can we penetrate the mysteries of our Design.
Gate 1 in Human Design, often called "The Gate of Creativity," As we already know, it is located in the G Center, the place directly connected to our identity, where our internal GPS is situated.
From the perspective of the I-Ching, this is the most yang hexagram, characterized by a deep need to express itself creatively. People with a Defined Gate 1 can have a strong inner impulse to express their uniqueness through various forms of expression in all spheres of life.
But how does this energy really manifest itself in everyday life? Let's look at some examples:
❣️ Positive expression of Gate 1 energy:
the potential to live from your inner truth and uniqueness
the potential to draw attention to yourself and your work
the potential to inspire others to express their authenticity
the potential to show people a unique path through life through their own actions
the potential to have a tremendous impact on everything around me if I stay true to my own authenticity
the potential to gain the attention of others even when it is not intended
the potential to use self-expression as a super-power
❌ Negative energy expression of Gate 1:
a feeling of lingering melancholy, overworked...
a feeling of inadequacy or a belief that my own individuality is worthless
constant comparison of one's impression with others
suppressing authenticity for fear of being judged by others
underestimating one's own creative process
losing access to your creative part of Self, feeling isolated and alienated
a blind belief that creativity should be a part of every minute of my life
The manifestations of this energy can be much more diverse, depending on the other aspects of our Chart, which is why it is always good to consult our entire Self.
My experience with Gate 1:
Gate 1, which I have defined twice in my Human Design Chart, has proven to be a key element in my life (perhaps because my unconscious Sun, which is very important for each of us, carries this energy 😃). Gate 1 is very close to my heart and is inseparably part of who I am.
Long before I discovered Human Design, I felt that expressing my true self was something I should suppress. I often felt that the way I wanted to express myself did not align with others' expectations. I tried to be someone I was not to fit in and be accepted. I lived under the impression that authenticity could not lead to happiness. Looking back now, this makes no sense at all, but I remember it very well...
The energy of Gate 1 is very variable and can be a source of deep melancholy, but also exceptional peaks of creativity. Melancholy, in particular, is something that most people "struggle" with.
WHAT IS MELANCHOLY? - Melancholy is a state of mind characterised by a deep feeling of sadness or pensiveness, often without an apparent cause. Unlike depression, which can be a clinical condition requiring professional care, melancholy is more of a temporary and natural feeling. This state can be associated with reflection, introspection, and the creative process. In art and literature, melancholy is often depicted as a source of inspiration and deep thinking.
When I did not yet know about Human Design, I often thought that if I was not at the peak of my creativity, something was wrong. I felt that I had to keep pushing myself, even when my energy was at rock bottom. I did not understand that the feeling I was so familiar with was the aforementioned melancholy. Feelings of melancholy or the need for solitude are common manifestations of the energy of Gate 1, and its owner should not avoid them. Now I don't, but before? Solitude? Melancholy? Away with it. I fought it so hard. Unnecessarily.
This defensive approach brought me a lot of frustration and insecurity because I did not realize that these emotions are a natural part of my dynamics. I did not understand that the "low" periods are just as important as the "high" periods of creation.
Over time and with a deeper study of Human Design, I began to better understand how Gate 1 influences my life processes. I realized that the periods when I feel that "nothing makes sense" often precede periods when an unexpected wave of creativity arrives. These insights helped me stop fearing these "low" phases and instead start viewing them as an essential part of my creative cycle. That is where the power comes from.
Interestingly, all the projects I have ever worked on, all the essays and papers in college, even ideas that seemed "impractical" at first glance, came to me when I allowed myself to be in touch with my own feelings of melancholy. I learned not only to accept these moments but also to use them as a springboard back to creative energy.
Understanding and accepting the dynamics of Gate 1 has allowed me to discover a new level of personal freedom and authenticity. Now I know that there is nothing wrong with being "down" sometimes and that these periods are very necessary. This is the key realisation that working with this gate has brought me. I have accepted myself as a being that is constantly moving between different states of this energy, and each of these states has its reason and place in my life. I no longer feel that "I have to please anyone with my expression of self."
If you also have Gate 1 Defined in your Chart, it is incredibly important to accept the fact that only in times of "working on your own things, authentically, without needing to interest anyone else," can you attract the attention of others, even when you don't want it or it is not your intention. In these moments, you can fully express who you are. You can inspire. What you do and how you do it has the greatest impact on others when you stay true to your creative process.
"Being yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you someone else is the greatest achievement." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
✨ Affirmation for Gate 1: ✨
"My creativity is an endless source of inspiration."
"I am unique in my expression and my originality enriches the world."
"I trust my inner voice and express myself freely through my true Self."
"My ideas and what I create has a valuable contribution."
"I embrace and celebrate my uniqueness, discovering new ways to express myself every day."
"I allow myself to experience the "peaks" and "falls" of this energy."
❓ What are your experiences with this Gate? Do you have it yourself Defined in your Graph? Do you know someone who has one?
If you have it Defined, try to think about these questions:
What does CREATIVITY mean to you?
What form of self-expression is most natural for you?
During which activities do you feel the greatest or strongest flow of creativity?
Do you experience situations where you are forced to suppress your true nature?
What would you like to express if there was nothing, no circumstances, preventing you from doing so?
I hope this look at Gate 1 has given you some useful insight into the dynamics and potential this energy can bring. Each Gate in our personal Chart carries its own unique messages and lessons that can fundamentally affect our life and growth.
If you feel that you would like to learn more about your own uniqueness, you can get to know your Design. Unlock a whole new perspective on your life. Message me and we can start your own journey through your Human Design.
Next week we will look at Gate 2 - The Gate of Higher Consciousness. I'll be looking forward to.
Love, Johana
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