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The Gates in Real Life: Human Design & Gene Keys for Purpose Driven Coaches

The Gates in Real Life: Human Design & Gene Keys for Purpose Driven Coaches

Heidi Weiland & Melissa Naslund 50 Episodes Oct 8, 2026

Heidi and Melissa, two holistic coaches and self-described Human Design nerds, host casual, heartfelt conversations about the weekly Sun transits in Human Design and Gene Keys. They aim to keep things down-to-earth and practical, exploring each gate's energy and the Gene Key shadow, gift, and siddhi through their own thoughts and experiences. The discussions touch on business, healing, relationships, creativity, and the messiness of being human, without requiring any prior knowledge of Human Design. It's a reflective, tea-time-style podcast for sensitive souls, intuitive entrepreneurs, and anyone wanting to live in greater alignment with cosmic timing.

Episodes

Gate 57 -  Is It Intuition... or Is It Fear?
Gate 57 - Is It Intuition... or Is It Fear? Oct 8, 2026 45:01 You get a feeling that something is off. Your body seems to know something before your mind does.But how do you know whether that feeling is intuition... or fear?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 57 in Human Design and Gene Key 57—the Gate of Intuitive Clarity—and the journey from the shadow of Unease, to the gift of Intuition, to the Siddhi of Clarity.We talk about the lo
Gate 18 - Why Do We Need to Be Right?
Gate 18 - Why Do We Need to Be Right? Oct 1, 2026 40:19 Do you want to be happy... or do you want to be right?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 18 in Human Design and Gene Key 18 - the Gate of Correction - and the journey from the shadow of Judgment, to the gift of Integrity, to the Siddhi of Perfection.We talk about the difference between judgment and discernment, why noticing what could be better can be an incredible gift, an
Gate 46 - Are You Taking Your Business Too Seriously?
Gate 46 - Are You Taking Your Business Too Seriously? Sep 24, 2026 49:20 What if taking your business so seriously is actually getting in the way?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 46 in Human Design and Gene Key 46 - moving from the shadow of Seriousness, to the gift of Delight, to the Siddhi of Ecstasy.We talk about the pressure to get everything right, control outcomes, hit the goal, follow the strategy, and constantly worry about whether wha
Gate 48 - What if you don’t need to know more?
Gate 48 - What if you don’t need to know more? Sep 17, 2026 48:39 In this one-year anniversary episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Human Design Gate 48 and Gene Key 48 through the themes of inadequacy, resourcefulness, wisdom, trust, and the fear of not knowing enough.We talk about imposter syndrome, the pressure to keep learning or preparing before you feel “ready,” and the difference between seeking more information from fear versus choosing growth f
Gate 36 - Why Everything Feels Like a Crisis (Even When It Isn’t)
Gate 36 - Why Everything Feels Like a Crisis (Even When It Isn’t) Sep 10, 2026 46:23 Why does uncertainty so quickly turn into something is wrong?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 36 in Human Design and Gene Key 36 - the Gate of Crisis - and the journey from the shadow of Turbulence, to the gift of Humanity, to the Siddhi of Compassion.We talk about why humans can be strangely drawn to drama (hello, reality TV), how uncertainty activates the nervous system
Gate 30 - What If Getting What You Want Isn’t the Point?
Gate 30 - What If Getting What You Want Isn’t the Point? Sep 1, 2026 44:24 What if the problem isn't having desires, but believing you'll finally feel better once you get what you want?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 30 in Human Design and Gene Key 30 (the Gate of Desire) and the spectrum from Desire, to Lightness, to Rapture.We talk about our tendency to chase the next goal, idea, business strategy, or version of success - and what happens whe
Gate 59 - What Are You Still Holding Back?
Gate 59 - What Are You Still Holding Back? Aug 27, 2026 39:36 In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 59 in Human Design and the Gene Keys moving from the shadow of Dishonesty, to the gift of Intimacy, to the Siddhi of Transparency.And yes., we start with the infamous Coldplay kiss-cam scandal. Because for an episode about sexuality, secrecy, and what happens when something hidden gets projected onto a giant screen, it felt pretty fitting.
Gate 10 - Why Being More Yourself Might Be Your Best Business Strategy
Gate 10 - Why Being More Yourself Might Be Your Best Business Strategy Aug 20, 2026 41:38 What if the thing that makes your business work isn't another strategy, but becoming more fully yourself?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 10 in Human Design and Gene Key 10, moving from the shadow of self-obsession to the gift of naturalness and ultimately the Siddhi of Being.Gate 10 is often associated with self-love, but this conversation goes much deeper than simply fe
Gate 50 - The Hidden Values Shaping Your Business
Gate 50 - The Hidden Values Shaping Your Business Aug 13, 2026 38:47 What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your strategy, but the values quietly running beneath it?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 50 in Human Design and the Gene Keys - the Gate of Values, also known as the Nurturing Guardian. Together, we unpack how inherited beliefs, unconscious conditioning, and even fear can subtly "corrupt the data" we use to make decisions
Gate 7: Why Great Leaders Don't Need All the Answers
Gate 7: Why Great Leaders Don't Need All the Answers Aug 7, 2026 46:26 Leadership isn't about having all the answers.In this live episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 7 in Human Design and the Gene Keys, and why authentic leadership has far less to do with authority and far more to do with service.If you've ever questioned whether you're "leader material," struggled with visibility, or felt uncomfortable stepping into a bigger role in your business, thi
Gate 31: Why the Best Leaders Don't Want to Be Leaders
Gate 31: Why the Best Leaders Don't Want to Be Leaders Jul 30, 2026 36:57 Do you ever feel uncomfortable calling yourself a leader or an expert?You're not alone.In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 31 in Human Design and the Gene Keys - the Gate of Influence, often called the Reluctant Leader.We unpack why authentic leadership isn't about having all the answers, controlling the narrative, or building a following. Instead, it's about trusting your v
Gate 8: The Real Reason Your Content Doesn't Sound Like You
Gate 8: The Real Reason Your Content Doesn't Sound Like You Jul 23, 2026 39:35 Have you ever followed someone else's strategy perfectly... only to realize your content no longer sounded like you?In this episode of The Gates in Real Life, we explore Gate 8 in Human Design and the Gene Keys - the Gate of Contribution.Together, we unpack why trying to fit in often weakens your message, why your greatest contribution can never be copied, and what it really means to become a role

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