What is a Human Design Projector? Projectors are here to help us grow and evolve through unusual methods of leadership. For this month's podcast, hear about Gloria Gaynor, Human Design Projector and owner of 9 different voices.

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Table of contentsWhat Is a Human Design Projector?Some Famous Human Design ProjectorsProjectors and EnergyBack to Gloria Gaynor - and I Will SurviveGloria Gaynor’s Throat ChakraThe 9 Voice Gates in Gloria’s ChartThe Deeper Meaning of I Will SurviveA Projector’s LegacyDownload the Free Human Design for Beginners PDF

What Is a Human Design Projector?

There are five Human Design types, and Gloria Gaynor, the legendary singer of I Will Survive, is one of them: a Projector.

So what exactly is a Human Design Projector?

They’re the new leaders and guides of humanity — those who see deeply into others and help direct collective growth.

The Projector: A New Kind of Leader

According to the Human Design chart (based on her birthdate, 7th September 1943), Gloria Gaynor is indeed a Projector.

Projectors began incarnating in greater numbers around the mid-1700s, marking the emergence of a new evolutionary role for humanity — one focused not on initiating action, but on guiding it.

While Manifestors (like me) were the leaders of earlier eras, Projectors are designed to connect, visualize, and direct.They read the energy of individuals or groups and help channel that energy toward goals, projects, and even movements.

Some Famous Human Design Projectors

Historical examples include: -

Winston Churchill

Queen Elizabeth II

Nelson Mandela

Napoleon Bonaparte.

(Napoleon may not have embodied the highest expression of this energy, given his war campaigns, but he certainly demonstrated the Projector’s ability to inspire and mobilize others.)

Modern examples include: -

Barack Obama

Pablo Picasso

Steven Spielberg

Princess Anne, Princess Royal

Taylor Swift and, of course,

Gloria Gaynor.

Projectors and Energy

Projectors, like Manifestors, are non-Sacral beings — meaning their Sacral Chakra is undefined. About 30% of humanity shares this trait.

If you’re non-Sacral, your energy works differently.

You’re not designed for constant output.

While Generators and Manifesting Generators have a steady flow of Sacral energy (and can often “work until they drop”), Projectors and Manifestors thrive in shorter bursts, followed by rest.

When Projectors seem full of energy, it’s often because they’re amplifying the Sacral energy of others, especially when they’re collaborating or surrounded by engaged, energized people.

Learning to manage this dynamic of knowing when to rest and recharge when needed is key to thriving as a Projector.

Back to Gloria Gaynor - and I Will Survive

If I asked you to name one song by Gloria Gaynor, you’d likely say it instantly: -

“I Will Survive.”

This timeless anthem wasn’t originally expected to be a hit.

When first released, it was placed on the B-side of a single, an afterthought compared to the main track, Substitute by the Righteous Brothers.

But Gloria knew the song’s power. She felt the audience’s emotional response when she performed it live.

Her intuition (pure Projector wisdom) told her this song would connect with people deeply — and she was right.

Read the full story here on Smooth Radio.

The Story of... 'I Will Survive' by Gloria Gaynor - Smooth (smoothradio.com)

Gloria Gaynor’s Throat Chakra

When I looked at Gloria Gaynor’s Human Design chart, one feature stood out:Her Throat Chakra is alive with expression.

In Human Design, the Throat Center contains 11 gates — each one has a different “voice” or archetype of expression.

Most people have a few of these activated. Gloria has nine.

That’s an extraordinary level of vocal power, not just in the physical sense, but in energetic resonance.

Her voice literally carries multiple frequencies of communication and connection.

Her Throat Chakra is supported by two other defined centers: -

The G Center (Sense of Self) — the green diamond below the Throat

The Ajna (Third Eye) — the darker green triangle above the Throat

This combination gives her voice clarity, purpose, and intuitive resonance, the very qualities that allow a song like I Will Survive to move hearts across generations.

The 9 Voice Gates in Gloria’s Chart

Here are Gloria’s activated Throat Gates and their energetic “tones”:

Gate 56 – The Wanderer: Curiosity and storytelling.

Gate 35 – Progress: Versatility and experience.

Gate 12 – Standstill: Reflection, openness, and social grace.

Gate 33 – Retreat: The witness; one who holds history.

Gate 8 – Contribution: Offering something valuable to the collective.

Gate 31 – Influence: Leadership and authority.

Gate 20 – The Now: Manifestation — turning thoughts into action.

Gate 16 – Selectivity: Talent and refinement.

Gate 62 – Expressing Details: Precision and organization.

No wonder her voice feels so multi-dimensional.

Through these nine energetic “voices,” she can reach thousands — even millions — with her expression.

The Deeper Meaning of I Will Survive

The song was written by Dino Fekaris and Freddie Perren, with Fekaris drawing from his own experience of being fired from Motown Records.

Its lyrics carry universal resonance: strength after struggle, empowerment after loss.When those words met Gloria’s voice, carrying the energy of nine active gates, the result was magic.

As Gloria herself said:

"I love the empowering effect; I love the encouraging effect. It's a timeless lyric that addresses a timeless concern."

Gloria Gaynor

A Projector’s Legacy

It’s no coincidence that I Will Survive became a cross-generational anthem of empowerment.

Gloria Gaynor’s chart shows the pure essence of a Human Design Projector, guiding, inspiring, and influencing through energy, voice, and vision.

A recent documentary film about her life was shown in theaters for one night only (what a shame!). I’m looking forward to watching it soon, and celebrating her as the luminous, magnetic Projector she is.

Want to Explore Your Own Human Design?

Human Design offers a profound way to understand yourself energetically: how you make decisions, what drives your purpose, and where your challenges lie.

In a Human Design Reading, we can explore:

Your Life Purpose

Your unique decision-making strategy

The shadows or blocks that hold you back

The energies influencing your relationships and success

Each chart tells a story, and yours might surprise you and yet feel deeply familiar at the same time

I offer Human Design Readings for anyone interested in connecting energetically with their chart.

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When you sign up for my email list, you'll get access to a free PDF covering Human Design through your Soul's intentions, what Human Design really teaches, and how to begin working with your Human Design.

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What is Energetic Projection?

On Fridays, I like to unwind with People Magazine. It’s a light ritual, a mix of stories about one of my favorite subjects: human nature. Recently, a familiar name caught my eye — Carrie Underwood — and, as it turns out, she’s a Manifesting Generator in the Human Design system.

Carrie Underwood, Human Design, and the Manifesting Generator Type

If you’ve ever flipped to the back page of People Magazine, you’ve probably seen the “One Last Thing” feature, a quick-fire interview where the same five questions are asked of a celebrity each week.

In an October issue, that celebrity was Carrie Underwood, singer, songwriter, and winner of American Idol’s fourth season.

Curious, I looked up her birth date on Wikipedia and ran her Human Design chart.

What I discovered fascinated me: Carrie is a Manifesting Generator, one of the most dynamic energy types in Human Design.

That one chart sparked a whole new exploration and this post (and podcast!) grew from there.

Feeling Overwhelmed by Personality Systems? You’re Not Alone

There are so many personality tests and self-awareness tools out there — Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, astrology, numerology — and now, Human Design.

Life is busy, and many of these systems can feel complicated or even overwhelming. So, how do we get the most out of them without drowning in data?

I often remind my clients: -

“Understanding your energy is like solving a multidimensional Rubik’s cube — one small move at a time unlocks the next level.”

That’s exactly how Human Design works.

What is Human Design?

Human Design is a unique system that weaves together four ancient traditions with one modern scientific discovery - creating a map of how your energy is designed to operate.

It blends:

The Hindu Chakra System

The Jewish Kabbalah (Tree of Life)

Western Astrology

The I-Ching, an ancient Chinese system of 64 archetypes representing facets of the human experience.

The fifth and most modern layer is genetics. The 64 I-Ching hexagrams correspond to the 64 codons in human DNA (discovered by Watson and Crick in 1953).

Together, these elements form a multidimensional framework for understanding who we are, how our energy moves, and how we interact with the world.

The Challenge with Human Design Charts

If you’ve ever seen your chart, you may have felt both intrigued and a little lost.

People often tell me,

“I had my chart done once… and then I had no idea what to do with it!”

It’s understandable. The chart looks like a beautiful matrix of shapes, numbers, and colors, fascinating, but also overwhelming at first.

That’s why I encourage people to start simple: focus on your Type and your chakra pattern first.

Human Design isn’t meant to be memorized; it’s meant to be felt. Once you start noticing how your energy naturally flows, the chart begins to “speak” and each part clicks into place.

If you’d like to begin exploring, connect with me through my secure client portal. I’ll send you a short report and your Human Design chart for free.

If you'd like to make a start, connect with me here at my secure client portal. I'll send you a short report and your Human Design Chart for free.

The Five Human Design Types

There are five main energy Types in Human Design:

Manifestor

Generator

Manifesting Generator

Projector

Reflector

My own aura type is Manifestor, and I’ve written more about that in this blog post.

But today, let’s focus on the Manifesting Generator — the type that both Carrie Underwood and Simon Cowell share.

Understanding the Manifesting Generator

Manifesting Generators are energetic dynamos, creative, fast-moving, and full of drive.

They juggle multiple passions, explore widely, and learn by doing. Once something excites them, they go all in, full throttle, no hesitation.

They often have an entrepreneurial streak or an unconventional approach to life. They innovate naturally, bringing fresh energy or a new twist to familiar ideas.

The Power of the Throat Chakra

Every Manifesting Generator has a defined Throat Chakra, a constant energetic connection to expression.

This gives them a magnetic voice, a natural ability to translate inspiration into sound, speech, and creative manifestation.

Imagine a lamp that’s always plugged in and ready to shine - that’s what a defined Throat Chakra feels like. The current is always on, waiting for a cue to illuminate.

Carrie Underwood’s Heart-Driven Voice

In Human Design terms, Carrie Underwood’s Throat Chakra is powered by both her Heart Chakra and Sacral Chakra — a combination known as The Money Line.

This channel fuses love, passion, and creativity into one steady current, linking heartfelt communication with material and emotional success.

Think about the raw emotion in her song “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” That’s Heart-Throat energy in motion — vulnerability turned into resonance.

When the Heart and Throat align, passion flows into purpose, and purpose into prosperity.

Simon Cowell: A Different Kind of Manifesting Generator

Simon Cowell, interestingly, is also a Manifesting Generator, but his energy moves very differently from Carrie’s.

His Throat connects to his Sacral energy through his Self Center (sometimes called the GPS Chakra). This creates what’s known as the Channel of Exploration, the energy of trailblazing and bold self-expression.

He also carries the Alpha Channel, which drives leadership and the courage to speak truth without apology.

We’ve all seen it on American Idol: Simon’s sharp honesty, his confidence, his clarity. That’s his design in action.

Carrie’s Superpower: The Channel of Concentration

Carrie’s chart also features a defined link between her Root Chakra (drive and stamina) and her Sacral Chakra (life force and creativity).

This forms the Channel of Concentration — the energy of sustained focus and productive flow.

It’s what allows her to channel her creativity day after day, maintaining steady momentum over time. With rest and balance, this becomes her secret to long-term success.

Final Thoughts

Both Carrie Underwood and Simon Cowell are brilliant examples of the Manifesting Generator in action, yet they express that energy in completely different ways.

That’s the beauty of Human Design: no two charts are ever the same. Even when people share the same Type, their specific channels, chakras, and life experiences give them their own energetic fingerprint.

If you’re curious about your own Design, I offer free Human Design charts through my secure client portal. Once you’ve received your chart, we can begin exploring it together — one “Rubik’s cube move” at a time.

You might be surprised at how clearly your energy starts to speak once you know how to listen.

What is Your Unique Human Design?

I hope you have enjoyed this podcast about Human Design Manifesting Generators. Maybe you identify with Carrie or Simon, and are curious about your own Human Design? 

To receive a short chart report and a free Human Design Chart, message me through the client portal.

Would you like a Human Design Reading with me? I'd suggest beginning with the Life Purpose Reading.

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