What is Emotional Authority in Human Design?
How to Know if You’re an Emotional Authority in Human Design
53% of people are considered Emotional Authorities in Human Design.
If your Emotional Solar Plexus (ESP) is coloured in on your Human Design chart, it is defined. And if it’s defined, it automatically becomes your Inner Authority—no matter what else is going on in your chart.
That means you are what’s known as an Emotional Authority in Human Design.
Because the Emotional Solar Plexus is defined, or coloured in, this person is an Emotional Authority in Human Design.
What Does Emotional Authority Mean in Human Design?
To put it simply: you need time to decide.
Ra Uru Hu, the founder of Human Design, famously said, “There is no truth in the now for Emotional Authorities.” That means whether you’re a Manifesting Generator, Generator, Projector, or Manifestor, if you have a defined Emotional Solar Plexus, you’re designed to wait before making any major decision.
And that’s a pain in the a$$! I get it because as someone with Emotional Authority, I know that waiting can feel hard. Especially in business, when we’re taught to act fast, be decisive, and ‘go with our gut.’ But Emotional Authority doesn’t work that way. It simmers, over time.
You’ll often hear it said to ‘ride the wave’ or ‘don’t make a decision in a high or a low emotional space.’
That’s great advice, but it can still be hard to get a handle on when IS the right time to make the decision.
For me, it’s a brief moment of peace and clarity around the situation. Magically, I feel unattached - and that may only be for a small amount of time, but it’s there. That’s the neutrality we’re looking for as Emotional Authorities, trying to make decisions.
There’s a myth in the Human Design world that if something doesn’t feel like a "hell yes" at every stage of your emotional wave, then it’s a no. That hasn’t been my lived experience. Honestly? If I waited for a "yes" at every moment, I’d never do anything.
Here’s the thing:
Your emotional wave brings clarity over time. Some days you’ll feel super excited about something, and the next, you might feel low or uncertain. The goal isn’t to feel constant enthusiasm—it’s to find emotional neutrality. When you can land in the space between the highs and lows, and still feel a grounded "yes," that’s your aligned decision.
Creativity and Emotional Authority
One of the most overlooked aspects of Emotional Authority in Human Design is how deeply it's tied to creativity. Your Emotional Solar Plexus isn’t just about decision-making. It’s also a centre for emotional intelligence, creative flow, and even energetic timing.
When you’re pushing yourself to create during a low wave, things might feel forced. When you’re riding a high, you may want to create everything all at once. Neither is wrong, but over time, you’ll begin to notice that your most aligned creative work emerges when you honour the rhythm of your wave.
Try This: Track Your Emotional Wave
Start tracking your emotions daily. It doesn’t need to be complicated. A smiley face, a neutral line, or a sad face in your calendar is enough. Over time, you’ll begin to see your own patterns. You’ll learn when you’re most clear. And you’ll start giving yourself the grace to wait—instead of pushing decisions prematurely.
Decision-Making Tips for Emotional Authorities
Don’t rush big decisions. Even if it feels right in the moment, wait a few days.
Journal your feelings. Notice the highs and lows and what triggers them.
Talk things out with someone who understands your wave—not to get advice, but to process.
Don’t expect 100% certainty. 70% clarity is enough for Emotional Authorities.
Let go of the need to justify your feelings. Emotional clarity doesn’t follow logic.
The Gift of Emotional Authority in Human Design
It’s taken me years to truly work with my wave. I’m still learning. But what I know now is that my Emotional Authority has been one of the greatest gifts in my life and business. It’s helped me make aligned choices,
connect more deeply with others, and trust that clarity always comes - just not right away - almost never right away. And that’s hard for a Manifesting Generator who missed out on the patience gene!
If you’re an Emotional Authority in Human Design, your timing is your magic. You are not here to rush.
You are here to feel. Start to play around with how things feel - conversations, small decisions, environments. You may have been conditioned away from this powerful feeling sense of yours. Time to bring it back, baby!
Want to go deeper? I recorded a podcast episode that walks through how I use my Emotional Authority in
real life and business. It’s honest, real, and filled with insights for anyone trying to honour their wave.
And if you want to explore your Emotional Authority inside a supportive community, be sure to check out my Human Design offerings. I’m here to help you honour your rhythm and build a life that feels like you.