In this episode of the Embodied Leadership Lounge, we explore the rarest of them all: the Reflective Evaluator—also known in traditional Human Design as the Reflector. Making up just 1% of the population, these unicorns of the leadership world are here to show us what’s really going on—whether we’re ready or not.

In this deep and reverent conversation, we explore:

✨ Why Reflective Evaluators are energetic mirrors, reflecting the health and alignment of the environments around them ✨ The emotional cues that signal alignment (surprise) vs. misalignment (disappointment)—and what they reveal about potential and truth ✨ How their fully open energy system makes them profoundly sensitive, adaptable, and wise ✨ The importance of shifting environments, somatic awareness, and lunar timing for decision-making ✨ Why honoring their unique way of being is a radical act of leadership—and a gift to us all

Whether you are a Reflective Evaluator or love/work with one, this conversation offers insight, validation, and deep respect for this powerful, often misunderstood leadership type.

Curious about your leadership type? Want to go deeper?

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In this episode of the Embodied Leadership Lounge, we explore the visionary and deeply perceptive essence of the Possibilitarian Guide—known in traditional Human Design as the Projector. These leaders are here to hold the energetic template of what’s possible, guiding others toward greater alignment, success, and well-being—but their energy doesn’t work like everyone else’s.

We dive into:

✨ The unique role of Possibilitarian Guides as seers, guides, and energetic visionaries who shape what’s possible for humanity ✨ Why they aren’t here to hustle or prove their worth through constant doing—but rather through recognition and aligned invitations ✨ The emotional cues that signal misalignment (bitterness) vs. success—and how to shift into thriving ✨ How to navigate invitations, energetic efficiency, and the magic that happens when Possibilitarian Guides are truly valued ✨ How Possibilitarian Guides and Builders (Generators) thrive in collaboration—and what we’ve learned from our own partnership

Whether you are a Possibilitarian Guide or love/work with one, this conversation will help you better understand, support, and value this powerful leadership energy.

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In this episode of the Embodied Leadership Lounge, we explore the bold and dynamic essence of the Innovating Catalyst leadership type—known in traditional Human Design as the Manifestor. These leaders are here to ignite change, initiate new possibilities, and move with pure creative flow—but their energy doesn’t work like everyone else’s.

We dive into: 

*How Innovating Catalysts are designed to operate at 200% or 20% (and why both speeds are necessary and valuable)*How their aura creates protection for their creative process *The importance of informing—not asking permission—to clear the path forward and minimize resistance *How anger often shows up as an indicator of misalignment & how to cultivate peace instead *How to support and collaborate with Innovating Catalysts in leadership, business, and relationships

Whether you are an Innovating Catalyst or love/work with one, this conversation will help you better understand, support, and value this powerful energy.

Tune in to join the conversation!

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In this episode of the Embodied Leadership Lounge, we explore the dynamic energy of the Accelerated Builder leadership type (the Manifesting Generator in Human Design). Known for their ability to swiftly transform ideas into reality, Manifesting Generators bring vibrant, creative energy to everything they do—when they honor their sacral (gut) authority and unique alignment process.

We dive into the challenges of skipping steps, the art of balancing multiple projects, and the essential practice of pausing to listen to the body’s “yes” or “no” before taking action. This conversation is packed with tips on how Manifesting Generators—and those who lead alongside them—can manage their energy, stay in flow, and harness their creative power with clarity and ease.

Curious about your type? Want to learn more? ✨ Visit us at: www.embodiedleadershipbydesign.com ✨ Connect with us on Instagram: @embodiedleadershipbydesign

Tune in to the conversation and discover how to align with your unique design!

In this episode of the Embodied Leadership Lounge, we dive into the essence of the Master Builder leadership type (the Generator in Human Design). We explore the Master Builder’s unique ability to turn inspired vision into lived reality, guided by their sacral authority—the guiding powerful yes/no gut response that leads to deeper alignment.

As a Master Builder herself, Laura shares her perspective on tuning into this inner guidance, overcoming people-pleasing, and mastering the art of waiting to respond (which can be so challenging!) 

Together, we discuss how this Leadership Type can channel their energy into building aligned opportunities and build bridges from frustration and burn out to sustainable energy and soul-level satisfaction.

Whether you’re a Generator or not, these insights can support you in honoring your inner wisdom more fully so that you can live and lead with greater joy and ease. 

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Curious about your type? Want to learn more? 

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In this episode of The Embodied Leadership Lounge, we’re diving into the messy, magical journey of aligning your business and leadership with your truest self — and how burnout often shows up as an unexpected, wise guide along the way.

Key highlights include:

• Authenticity > Conditioned “shoulds”: We share how ditching a “polished” brand to embrace our most authentically quirky, creative essence unlocked deeper resonance, opportunity and success.

• Burnout as a Wake-Up Call: Hear our personal stories on how burnout can signal misalignment with your purpose, relationships, or inner conditioning — and how addressing it requires both lifestyle shifts and brave and messy inner work.

• Powerful Tools for Alignment: Learn how Human Design, somatics, and other tools can uncover your authentic essence, supporting sustainable leadership.

• Rest as Resistance: Discover the wisdom in slowing down, listening to your body, and leaning into rest as a path to realignment.

• Aligned Action vs. Effort-full Pushing: Explore how soft, flexible strength and resonant action can replace rigid control and over-effort.

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In this episode, we challenge the often negative perception of “shadow work”, inviting you to see it as a path to profound personal growth and healing. We deconstruct societal conditioning that labels shadow as “bad” by emphasizing the transformative power of confronting and embracing your shadows. Sharing personal experiences, we highlight the importance of embracing a lens of curiosity and non-judgment, likening the universally human journey of deconditioning to a heroic adventure. 

By recognizing and integrating unconscious patterns, and approaching personal struggles and life challenges with expanded compassion, we can shift perceptions and foster heart-centered, impactful and truly embodied leadership. 

Join us as we support you in reflecting on your current relationship with conditioning, in viewing judgments and life tensions as guides toward greater empowerment, and in reframing the inherent challenges of life as a natural part of the journey toward embodied purpose.

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In a world that often defines leadership as inherently hierarchical, competitive and achievement oriented, we’re here to expand that definition. 

In this episode, we dive deep into redefining leadership by first questioning and peeling back the layers of traditional systems that, we believe, no longer serve us. With hard earned insights and a touch of Ted Lasso flavored wisdom, we explore synergy, collaboration, and personal growth as the new anchors in new paradigm approaches to Leadership (which goes far beyond “work.”) 

Join us as we challenge assumptions, explore the dance of intuitive, embodied and purpose-full leadership. . . while also sharing our own wildly human experiences of learning to live and lead more intentionally.

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Embodied Leadership Lounge! In this episode, we dive deep into the essence of embodied leadership and how it shapes our approach to personal growth and success. 

What we explore in this episode:

*What is Embodied Leadership? Embodied leadership, for us, is about a shift from leading from the mind to leading from the core of our being, integrating our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves into our daily, moment to moment leadership. 

*How’d we get here? We share how we came to discover Human Design as a powerful tool that brings us and our clients home to a deeper sense of purpose and clarity of direction.

*What is the success blueprint and how does it support us on the path of purpose-full alignment? We explore how unconscious resistance can hinder our growth and how using Human Design as a tool can be helpful in addressing the blindspots we all carry.

At The Embodied Leadership Lounge, we're redefining success and are here to support YOU in cultivating your inner leader and to guide you through the journey from familiar overwhelm (or underwhelm) to a state of inspired thriving and prosperity.

We’re glad you’re here!