Mind (Strategic or Receptive)

The distinction between "Human" and "Rave" mind in Human Design addresses two distinct ways of processing thoughts and information, marking an evolutionary transition in human consciousness.

Human Mind (Strategic): Refers to the traditional approach to cognition, where the focus is on strategic thinking, planning, and controlling the thought process. People with human minds are action-oriented, focused on preparation and planning, always with a goal or agenda in mind. This approach requires active attention and is characterized by attempting to actively understand, conceptualize, and manipulate information.

Rave Mind (Receptive): Refers to a newer mode of thought processing that does not actively engage in controlling or directing thought. Instead, it operates receptively, absorbing information and experiences without the pressure of manipulating or using them strategically. The Rave mind is more about being present and receptive, trusting that the internal process will organize and make use of information appropriately, without conscious effort.

Living with a Rave mind in a world that values and rewards strategic thinking can be challenging. People with Rave minds should not force themselves to think or plan strategically, as this may be counterproductive and even detrimental to mental and physical health. They operate best when allowing their mind to function passively, being fully present and open to experience without trying to control or direct it.

For children with Rave minds, it is essential to recognize and respect their natural way of processing information. Pressuring them to adopt learning and thinking strategies that go against their nature can lead to stress, anxiety, and learning difficulties. It is important for parents and educators to provide an environment that honors and supports the unique way these children experience and understand the world.

6 Points of View in Human Design

Human Design presents us with six distinct lenses, each revealing a fundamental aspect of the environment around us. By understanding our natural point of view, we can navigate the world with more clarity and purpose, avoiding the pitfalls of "transference" that distort our perception. The Points of View are six different ways of looking at the world, each pointing to a specific direction or aspect of the external, setting the stage for what our mind will find interesting and what we will actually see. Essentially, the Point of View determines where our eyes, metaphorically speaking, should focus, but not necessarily where we should go or what to do next.

The Point of View is like the information the "passenger," sitting in our body (ourselves), receives from the outside. It is distinct from our actions or thoughts, serving more as a filter for our perception than as a driver of our decisions or beliefs. This distinction is crucial because what we see is fueled by our Point of View, thus influencing what our Personality, or who we are at the level of the mind, deems worthy of attention. It is the food for thought of our consciousness.

Understanding this interaction between body and mind reveals the importance of being in the right place and seeing what we need to see, rather than trying to control or direct these visions according to our desires or fears. Vision/Point of View is a byproduct of correcting our bodily vehicle; when we align with the design of our body, the correct vision manifests spontaneously, without conscious effort.

The role of transference is like a distraction that diverts us from the correct focus. It occurs when we are drawn to the wrong things, a sign that the mind is trying to control life or desires to do so. The six Visions/Points of View — Survival, Possibility, Power, Wanting, Probability, and Personal — offer themes for the mind to focus on, each with its specific distractions that limit and/or distort our perception.

The first three Visions form the basis of our civilization, reflecting the perspectives necessary for its development and maintenance. The three subsequent ones focus on how the evolutionary process continues, going beyond basic needs to sustain civilization.

Understanding and operating correctly within our design not only avoids the tragedy of not seeing what we need but also allows us to experience the world authentically, aligning our vision with the reality that surrounds us, free from distortions caused by transference.

The Six Visions in Human Design

1. Survival View

   • Focus: This vision is characterized by constant attention to the environment, with the aim of identifying opportunities and threats to survival. It values adaptability and the ability to manage resources and face challenges, considering these aspects crucial for individual and collective survival.
   • Transference : The obsession with personal needs and desires, to the point of losing the ability to assess the environment holistically and objectively.
   • Transcending Transference: Recognizing when excessive concern for one's own well-being obscures the perception of collective needs. The key is to redirect the focus to a broader view, considering both individual and group survival and well-being.

2. Probability View

   • Focus: It focuses on evaluating the chances of success or failure in initiatives and projects, prioritizing practical approaches and avoiding unrealistic expectations. This vision seeks viable and sustainable solutions that can be applied with confidence.
   • Transference : The tendency to pursue attractive possibilities, but without grounding in practical reality, resulting in scattered efforts and unsatisfactory outcomes.
   • Transcending Transference: Developing the ability to distinguish between unfounded optimism and evidence-based evaluation. This involves a return to pragmatism, focusing on strategies that are proven effective and well-founded probabilities.

3. Power View

   • Focus: This vision explores power dynamics within groups and societies, identifying who holds power, how it is acquired, maintained, and used. Understanding these dynamics is seen as essential for navigating and positively influencing the social and political environment.
   • Transference : The pursuit of power for personal benefit, which can lead to manipulation and abuse of power, compromising objectivity and fairness.
   • Transcending Transference: Requires awareness of one's own motivation when seeking power, redirecting the focus to equitable understanding of power structures and to the responsible and ethical use of influence.

4. Wanting View

   • Focus: It focuses on identifying and understanding the desires and aspirations of others, beyond mere survival needs. This includes the ability to perceive underlying motivations and unexpressed desires, facilitating more empathetic and constructive interactions.
   • Transference : Limiting perception to basic aspects of survival, ignoring the complexities of human desires, which can lead to superficial interactions and a limited understanding of others.
   • Transcending Transference: Involves expanding one's perception beyond immediate, both personal and others', needs, cultivating the ability for empathy and recognition of deeper desires and needs of others.

5. Possibility View

   • Focus: This vision is always on the lookout for new opportunities, innovations, and possible future changes. It values the ability to imagine scenarios and alternative solutions, maintaining an open mind to the unexplored potential in various situations.
   • Transference : Fixation on possibilities without considering their practical viability can lead to an endless cycle of searching for new options without ever committing or applying concrete solutions.
   • Transcending Transference: The key to overcoming transference in this vision is developing a balance between innovative optimism and realistic evaluation. This involves recognizing when an idea, despite being attractive, lacks practical foundation and directing creativity towards possibilities that offer tangible and effective solutions.

6. Personal View

• Focus: Characterized by introspection and the desire to understand oneself within the broader context of the world. This vision encourages exploration of one's own motivations, desires, and individual role in society.
• Transference : Excessive focus on oneself can lead to narcissism, where personal needs and desires are prioritized at the expense of collective well-being or the ability to empathize.
• Transcending Transference: Overcoming transference here means cultivating an awareness of how one's actions and desires impact others. It involves an openness to see beyond the self, recognizing the interconnection with the collective and the importance of positively contributing to the surrounding world.

Perspective of View: Focused or Peripheral, Human or Rave

The distinction between a focused (human) and a peripheral (Rave) vision in Human Design reflects how we interact with the world around us through our visual perspective and interest.

Focused Vision (Human): Individuals with a focused vision tend to actively choose what they want to focus their attention on. They enjoy actively looking at things, consciously deciding what to observe. This approach is characterized by specific selection and interest, causing these individuals to appreciate exploring details and deliberately directing their gaze to points of interest.

Peripheral Vision (Rave): On the other hand, those with a peripheral vision have a more passive and comprehensive approach. They do not have a specific agenda on what to observe and are open to seeing everything with equal interest, without applying directed focus. For these people, life determines what they need to see, without the need for conscious effort to choose their objects of observation.

Challenges and Conflicts:

• Individuals with a focused vision may find it difficult to understand how someone with a peripheral vision interacts with the world, as they may interpret this approach as disinterest or lack of attention.
• People with peripheral vision may feel uncomfortable or pressured by others' constant attempts to direct their attention to specific objects or details.
• In cases where partners have different types of vision, conflict may arise due to mutual misunderstanding of how each appreciates and experiences the world.

Understanding and Mutual Respect: It is vital for harmony in any relationship, whether romantic, friendship, or familial, to recognize and respect differences in how each person sees and interacts with the world. Understanding that focused or peripheral vision is not just a preference but an innate characteristic that profoundly influences a person's life experience can lead to greater acceptance and appreciation of individual differences.

6 Senses of the Mind

The six senses of the mind are divided into strategic (active) and receptive (passive) categories. Each category consists of three tones, representing different aspects of how the mind processes information and interacts with the world.

Strategic Minds (Active):

1. Certainty (Tone 1): Focused on security and data collection. Located in the Spleen, it drives the quest for knowledge and information to ensure survival.
2. Uncertainty (Tone 2): Curious and prone to risk management. Situated in the Spleen, it seeks to explore the unknown and deal with uncertainty through investigation and speculation.
3. Action (Tone 3): Adventurous and oriented towards exploration. Originating in the Ajna, it propels the pursuit of new experiences and the impulse to act without excessive concern for security or uncertainty.

Receptive Minds (Passive):

1. Meditation (Tone 4): Tranquil and focused on the quietude of the mind. Associated with the Ajna, it allows access to deep areas of the brain and inspiration through the absence of thoughts.
2. Judgment (Tone 5): Discerning, able to assess emotions. Rooted in the Solar Plexus, it develops the ability to judge based on emotional experience, recognizing patterns and nuances.
3. Acceptance (Tone 6): Receptive and open to transformation. Originating in the Solar Plexus, it enables the integration of experiences and full acceptance of oneself and others, paving the way for consciousness mutation.

6 Motivations in Human Design

In Human Design, Motivations are a fundamental aspect of personality, influencing how you process information, make decisions, and interact with the world around you. They are distinct from Vision, which refers to the external perceptions available to the mind, while motivation is the internal driving force that guides your thoughts and actions.

The six Motivations are divided into two groups:

Egocentric Motivations:

1. Insecurity: Seeking security through knowledge and understanding.
2. Hope: Faith in future possibilities and ideals.
3. Desire: Desire to lead, influence, or follow.

Transpersonal Motivations: 4.

1. Need: Need to transmit knowledge or learn.
   
2. Guilt: Focus on impact and influence on others.
3. Innocence: Pure and uncomplicated experience of life.

Each Motivation has a spectrum with two polarities, representing different nuances of the same energy.

1. Insecurity (Group Person/Loner): Primary Motivation: Seeking security through knowledge and understanding.

   1. Group Person: Motivated by collaboration and sharing knowledge within a group.
   2. Loner: Motivated by individual quest for knowledge and self-sufficiency.
   3. Personality Development: Passive minds (Rave) tend to move from Group Person to Loner, while active minds (Human) move in the opposite direction.
   4. Transfer: Shifts to the Need Motivation (Master/Novice), focusing on structure and relationship in teaching and learning.

2. Hope (Believer/Nonbeliever): Primary Motivation: Faith and hope in future possibilities or ideals.

   1. Believer: Belief in something greater that offers hope and purpose.
   2. Nonbeliever: More skeptical or questioning stance, seeking evidence before accepting beliefs.
   3. Personality Development: Passive minds (Rave) tend to move from Believer to Nonbeliever, while active minds (Human) move in the opposite direction.
   4. Transfer: Shifts to the Guilt Motivation (Manipulator/Manipulated), focusing on power dynamics and influence in teaching and learning.

3. Desire (Leader/Follower): Primary Motivation: Desire to lead and make a difference or follow and be guided by others.

   1. Leader: Desire to influence, guide, and be a driving force for action and change.
   2. Follower: Willingness to be guided, learn from others, and find security in reliable leadership.
   3. Personality Development: Passive minds (Rave) tend to move from Leader to Follower, while active minds (Human) move in the opposite direction.
   4. Transfer: Shifts to the Innocence Motivation (Observer/Observed), transitioning from a desire to lead or follow to a more contemplative or passive stance in life.

4. Need (Master/Novice): Primary Motivation: Transmitting knowledge or learning and absorbing new information.

   1. Master: Need to teach, guide, and share wisdom or skills with others.
   2. Novice: Need to learn, explore, and absorb knowledge from external sources.
   3. Personality Development: Passive minds (Rave) tend to move from Master to Novice, while active minds (Human) move in the opposite direction.
   4. Transfer: Shifts to the Insecurity Motivation (Group Person/Loner), focusing on teaching or learning to personal security concerns and the search for a place within or outside social groups.

5. Guilt (Manipulator/Manipulated): Primary Motivation: Impact and influence one person may have on others or others may have on them.

   1. Manipulator: Need to influence, direct, or control outcomes of situations or others' behaviors.
   2. Manipulated: Experience of being influenced by external forces, yielding under pressure or influence.
   3. Personality Development:
      1. Passive minds (Rave) tend to move from Manipulator to Manipulated, recognizing vulnerability to external influence and learning to open up to guidance from others.
      2. Active minds (Human) may evolve from Manipulated to Manipulator, strengthening their will and influence, learning to take control over circumstances.
   4. Transfer: Shifts to the Hope Motivation (Believer/Nonbeliever), changing focus from power and control dynamics to guidance around faith, optimism, or skepticism.

6. Innocence (Observer/Observed): Primary Motivation: Pure and uncomplicated experience of life.

1. Observer: Capacity to witness and understand the world without the need to intervene.
2. Observed: Experience of being part of the world, allowing external events and influences to touch personal life.
3. Personality Development: Rave and Human minds tend to value observation and reflection throughout life.
4. Transfer: Shifts to the Desire Motivation (Leader/Follower), transitioning from pure experience to a power, control, influence, or direction-seeking dynamic.