Human Design

Human Design is a New Age-inspired practice[1] based on pseudoscience.[2] Its proponents describe it as a holistic self-knowledge system.[3] Its effectiveness has not been confirmed by peer reviewed research.[4]

Human Design combines astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah and Vedic philosophy.[5][6][7][8] It was originated by Alan Robert Krakower who published a book called The Human Design System under the pseudonym Ra Uru Hu in 1992.[9][10] Krakower developed the Human Design system following a mystical experience in 1987.[11][12] [13] [14][15][16] Human Design purports to be a self-knowledge method which does not have any specific religious dogma or affiliation.[17] Despite this, it has been described by theologian J. R. Hustwit as a "transreligious project" that is "breathtaking in scope" and synthesizes seven or more traditions.[18] It has also been described as a psychological counseling instrument[19] and "the new astrology."[20][21]

Human Design Bodygraph from Maia Mechanics Imaging Software

In Human Design analysis, planets are displayed in a type of horoscope called a bodygraph. The bodygraph shows the 64 hexagrams of the I Ching at various locations on the body. It is sometimes shown within a mandala, overlaid on the 12 signs of the zodiac. Human Design also addresses dietary regimen and ideal environments for living, working and relationships.[22] In addition, it claims to facilitate "deep access to bodily, generational and inter-dimensional intelligence."[23]