In this episode, Erin and Bee explore what it feels like when your old identity stops fitting - and how to navigate the messy middle of change with awareness instead of resistance.
Bee returns from a month in Europe with a hard pivot: Bali no longer expands her. She deconstructs family blow-ups through the lens of a tribal emotional wave, admits to spiritual ego, and names the exact behaviors she’s dropping.
Erin opens up about being witnessed in her emotional low by a partner with an undefined solar plexus - and why that kind of presence can be medicine when it’s not amplifying or avoiding emotion.
Together they dig into:
A grounded, real-world conversation about evolution, deconditioning, and the freedom that comes from owning what no longer fits.
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Tim Hendriks is a 4/6 Mental Projector, strength and mobility coach, and former police officer with a background in skiing, CrossFit, and personal training.
He brings a unique lens to movement - seeing it as both physical practice and a way to access emotional and nervous-system awareness.
In this conversation we trace his childhood in Switzerland, early people-pleasing, burnout in the police force, and the first moment he said “no” to a life others expected of him.
We explore what it means to be a projector in Human Design, why recognition of your uniqueness sets you free, and how awareness—not energy—is the real value projectors bring.
Tim shares how movement, breathwork, and time in nature became tools for nervous-system change, why letting go of control matters, and how invitations from his network have shaped his path.
This episode covers:– Childhood freedom, people-pleasing, and the first honest quit– Mental Projector sensitivity and the role of environment– Coaching through awareness: nervous system, fascia, and movement– Breathwork, nature, and faith as tools for transition– Why recognizing your uniqueness changes everything
Perfect for anyone navigating transition, learning Human Design, or asking what true freedom actually looks like.
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This week, Erin and Bee strip back the highlight reel to talk about what actually keeps you healthy, aligned, and moving forward.
From mold headaches and environmental sensitivity to Human Design, fear, and transference, they dig into how the body makes the truth impossible to ignore.
They call out the performance side of the wellness world - where experiences are curated for content instead of care - and unpack why embodiment, not information, is what creates real change.
They share why entrepreneurship will humble you faster than any course or program - because it demands integrity, self-leadership, and the willingness to ride the cycles without losing yourself in the process.
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Brooklynn left her small-town life in Eden, Utah on a whim at 18- chasing freedom, warm weather, and a bigger vision for herself. That leap set her on a path through Hawaii, Bali, and now Australia, where she’s built not only a jewelry brand but an entirely different way of living.
In this episode, she sits down with Erin to talk about the realities behind the highlight reel: leaving Bali after years of roots, growing a business through pivots and setbacks, navigating relationships with radical honesty, and learning what it really means to live by her Human Design as a 2/4 Emotional Generator.
They explore:
Brooklynn’s story is proof that sometimes the biggest risk isn’t leaving - it’s staying.
You can connect with Brooklyn on Instagram, and make sure to keep your eyes out for her soon-to-be launched waterproof jewelry line!
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Instagram: @brooklynbosworth
Jewelry: @xanthe.jewelry
Erin is joined by friend and client Laura Eigenmann — a 2/4 Emotional Manifesting Generator, coach, hypnotherapist, and psychotherapist-in-training.
Laura’s story is one many will recognize: on paper she had the successful trajectory, from a degree in management and economics to corporate HR and change management, with financial security and stability. But it all felt like a golden cage.
In this conversation, Laura shares how Human Design gave her radical permission to be multi-passionate, to change her mind again and again, and to stop forcing herself into identities that didn’t fit. She speaks candidly about what alignment feels like in her sacral vs. what resistance feels like in her body, and how journaling and hypnotherapy have helped her rewrite old narratives and reconnect with her inner child.
Together, Erin and Laura dig into the wellness industry’s tendency to swap one form of conditioning for another, why environment is such a crucial (and overlooked) part of alignment, and how tools like breathwork and hypnotherapy help bypass the strong mind to access the body.
They also share details of their new collaboration in Zurich (and online) combining Human Design and hypnotherapy — a space to uncover who you are, what’s blocking you, and how to rewire the stories keeping you stuck.
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In this solo episode, Erin steps behind the mic without a script to share raw reflections on what it means to live as a fully receptive being in Human Design.
From exploring how strategic and receptive minds actually process information, to surrendering when the mind tries to force decisions, Erin reveals how resistance shows up in both body and life - and what it teaches when we stop pushing.
She opens up about Portugal, Puerto Rico, and her winding path with visas and business decisions, the lessons in letting go, and a flood of emotion that surfaced when reconnecting with a soul-friend from her Sri Lanka years. This chapter of her story carries themes of grief, gratitude, freedom, and the ongoing cycles of unbecoming and re-becoming.
If you’ve ever felt caught between your mind’s plans and your body’s truth, or wrestled with closing a chapter that shaped you deeply, this episode offers both resonance and relief.
Listen in for:
This is Erin, unfiltered.
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In our first ever conversation with a Reflector, Bee sits down with Emily to explore what it really feels like to live with this rare Human Design type - only 1% of the population.
But this conversation isn’t just for Reflectors.
If you’ve ever felt deeply affected by your environment, drained by certain people, or unsure how to protect your energy without closing yourself off - you’ll find yourself in Emily’s story.
They dive into:
This episode offers a rare inside look at the Reflector experience - from overstimulation to superpowers - and how self-awareness transforms everything.
Whether you’re a Reflector or not, Emily’s insights will have you rethinking the way you manage your own energy.
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In this candid and unscripted episode, Bee sits down with her partner Ben for a long-overdue conversation that almost didn’t happen - after three failed recording attempts, fourth time’s the charm.
Together, they unpack the nuances of their four-year relationship: the polarity of Manifestor and Manifesting Generator energy, Taurus stubbornness, and the realities of building a life together across distance, difference, and deep growth.
From emotional expression and masculine/feminine dynamics to spiritual compatibility, purpose, conflict, and partnership - this one goes all the way in.Expect honest takes, subtle banter, and real talk about modern relationships, Human Design, and the difference between searching for the perfect person vs. building a meaningful relationship with the right one.Free Human Design Chart: https://www.erinxpurdy.com/free-human-design-chartConnect with Bee: https://www.instagram.com/bee.embodied
Jack Purdy is back for round three - and this time, he’s fresh off a six-week sabbatical walking 500 miles across Spain on the Camino de Santiago. What started as a spontaneous sacral nudge became a full-blown rite of passage.
This episode dives into what happens when you stop outsourcing clarity and start letting discomfort guide you.
Jack (a 4/6 Sacral Generator) shares what the Camino stripped away, what it revealed, and how the experience reshaped his relationship with pressure, productivity, purpose, and intuition.
They explore:
If you’ve been craving clarity or standing at a crossroads, this conversation offers perspective without prescription - and proof of what’s possible when you actually follow your design.
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This week on the podcast, Bee sits down with Amelia Whelan - a manifesting generator, health coach turned professional network marketer, and someone who’s followed the thread of what lights her up for over a decade.
From growing up in a creative household to dropping out of college (twice), to biking up mountains in Hawaii and building a seven-figure business online, Amelia shares the unfiltered truth behind what it actually takes to live a life of freedom, creativity, and fulfillment.
They talk about:
This is an expansive conversation about identity, online business, and what’s possible when you stop trying to force the path - and start following the one that’s already calling you.
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What if your relationship struggles weren’t problems to fix—but patterns to understand?
Another repost from one of our favorite episodes last year! In this honest and personal conversation, Erin and Bee dive deep into how Human Design has helped them untangle relationship triggers, emotional conflict, and even unexpected physical symptoms (yes, hair loss included). Erin shares the surprising mind-body connection behind her shedding experience and the emotional split it revealed. Bee opens up about life with a Manifestor partner—navigating polarity, anger, intimacy, and her own healing in the process.
They unpack:
New to Human Design? Start with type, strategy, and authority. Then let the rest unfold.
Want to take your Human Design experiment further? This system is useless unless you you are able to put it to practice. Connect with Erin & Bee to find more alignment in your life, relationships, and/or business
We’re bringing back a listener favorite—this time with video and a fresh new intro.
In this episode, Ruby Jones joins us to talk about what it actually looks like to follow your intuition when your nervous system is in overdrive.
From her journey of reconnecting with feminine energy after years of self-protection, to how 9D Breathwork cracked her open and shifted her path, Ruby shares vulnerably, boldly, and with the kind of honesty that makes you feel less alone in your own becoming.
We explore:
This is for anyone on the path of healing, returning to self, and reclaiming the power of their inner voice.
Watch the video or listen in—wherever you are, we’re glad you’re here.
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In this episode of Aligned, Erin sits down with Tom Fish - mobility coach, ex-military trainer, and unapologetic goofball - to unpack how mobility training can transform your relationship with your body. Tom, a 3/5 Sacral Generator, shares his winding path from traveling the world in his early 20s to finding purpose in helping others heal chronic pain through movement.
Together, Erin and Tom explore:
They also dive into bigger questions about human nature, our disconnect from natural rhythms, and being a bit more “hippie” could make the world a better place.
This conversation is equal parts insightful and hilarious, offering practical takeaways to move, nourish, and know yourself better.
Connect with Tom:> DM “ALIGND” to @tomfyshpt on Instagram **for a free routine> Learn more about The Reclamation Retreat
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In this powerful episode, Erin sits down with Sahar Paz - speaker, author, patient advocate, and founder of House of Paz - to explore what it really takes to heal, trust yourself, and own your voice after a lifetime of survival mode.
Sahar shares her extraordinary journey from being a refugee of war to surviving stage 4 cancer, and how learning to listen to her intuition transformed everything.
They dive deep into:
Whether you’re navigating your own healing, looking to deepen your intuition, or wanting to reclaim your creative power, Sahar’s story will inspire you to choose change, lean back, and trust the wisdom within.
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What happens when you do all the right things - manifesting, healing, seeking - and still feel empty? In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, Erin sits down with her longtime friend and fellow 2/4 emotional Projector, Hollie Freeman, to explore the unexpected journey that led Hollie from New Age spirituality in Bali to a radical, heart-opening relationship with Jesus. They talk about spiritual bypassing, the limitations of self-led transformation, the pitfalls of hyper-individualized healing culture, and what it really means to surrender. This episode isn’t about religion - it’s about remembering your source.
It’s about returning to love that isn’t performative or curated, but deeply personal, messy, and life-changing. Whether you're navigating spiritual disillusionment, craving a deeper connection to the divine, or simply curious about reclaiming your faith on your own terms - this one’s for you.
We cover:
Mentioned in this episode: Hollie's monthly mail subscription, The Poetry Parcel, and her upcoming podcast (stay tuned!).
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What happens when life forces you to stop - and listen?In this powerful conversation, Bee sits down with Kelly, a 1/3 Emotional Manifesting Generator based in Perth, to unpack the deeply human journey from burnout and self-doubt to embodied healing and service.
Kelly shares her origin story - from navigating motherhood, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation to experiencing a traumatic hysterectomy that catalyzed her awakening.
Together, they explore the role of Human Design, emotional authority, and Root Cause Therapy in helping her come home to herself.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like they should be happy, but something still feels off. If you've been stuck in your head, disconnected from your body, or wondering if it's really possible to do work you love… this is your sign.Topics explored:• emotional waves & regulation• root cause healing & inner child work• deconditioning from hustle & people-pleasing• navigating Saturn Return & soul redirection• building a business in alignment with your designKelly’s story is a reminder that the life you’re craving is not only possible - it’s waiting for you to say yes.→ Connect with Kelly on IG: @_kellyhughes_→ Take the ALIGND. Foundations Course: https://www.aligndbydesign.com/offers/eFZfF22o
In this episode, Erin is joined by Dr. Michael Napolitano - functional medicine doctor, ketamine therapist, Reiki practitioner, and 2/4 Manifesting Generator.
Michael shares his journey from traditional psychiatry to creating a multidimensional healing practice that blends Western science with energy work, spirituality, and psychedelic therapy.
They talk about the moment he walked away from residency, how Human Design gave language to what he already knew in his body, and why the most profound transformation often begins with trusting the spark - then letting the rest fall away.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re living someone else’s life, stuck in the wrong story, or unsure how to make the leap into something more aligned… this one’s for you.
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Real Talk on Love, Power Cuts & Partnership Growth
From blackout survival stories in Sumatra to the emotional rollercoaster of being in luteal phase when your partner comes home — Bee and Erin serve up another unfiltered chat on what it really takes to grow through relationships, not just in them.
In this episode, they dive into:– Navigating power outages (both literal and emotional)– How Human Design is saving relationships — one hormonal crash at a time– Attachment styles, communication mismatches, and learning not to take everything personally– How arguments can become initiations (yes, really)– The surprising beauty of being called out by the people closest to you– And why being 30+ feels like a spiritual software upgradeIt’s honest, hilarious, and deeply human.
Grab your tea, your partner (optional), and tune in.
🎧 Plus: Bee’s partner might be joining the pod soon...If you’ve got burning Qs or topics you want us to cover — drop them in the comments or slide into our DMs → @aligndbydesign
Burnt out, uninspired, and going through a messy divorce—Nami, a 3/5 Emotional Generator, walked away from everything stable in her life to bet on something she couldn’t explain: her creativity.In this heartfelt episode, Erin is joined by the radiant Nami Hampe—women’s portrait photographer, mother, educator, and embodiment of creative Generator energy. Nami shares her powerful journey of walking away from a life that looked stable on the outside—but felt misaligned within—to build a six-figure photography business that lights her up from the inside out.We talk about:* what it really means to live as a Generator in alignment* the fatigue that no amount of sleep can solve* the emotional authority learning curve (and how to stop saying yes too fast)* why her transformational “goddess shoot” experiences feel like energetic therapy* and how motherhood deepened, rather than diluted, her creativityWhether you're in a transition, questioning your career path, or longing to reconnect to your creative fire—this conversation is a warm, honest reminder that your joy is not just valid… it's essential.🎧 Tune in and be inspired by Nami’s story of remembering, reclaiming, and becoming.Connect: Instagram: @nami.creative @nami.creative.educationwww.aligndbydesign.com
In this unfiltered tea-sipping chat, Erin and Bee dive into recent psychedelic journeys that cracked open old narratives around creativity, self-worth, and identity. What started as a casual catch-up quickly turned into a deep exploration of how plant medicine (and life) reflects back the stories we’ve unknowingly been living—and the power we have to rewrite them.
We talk about:
This one’s for the creators, seekers, and those navigating the messy middle of expansion. Come join us in the void, in the questions, in the realness.
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