Stay Rooted with Astrid Heystee | The Art of Being a Sovereign Human in the Age of AI

Do you ever feel like you’re living between two worlds, not quite rooted, but not fully untethered either? In this solo episode, I open up about the inner tension and beauty of living a life that blends freedom and structure , travel and home , spiritual work and corporate strategy . From my base in the Netherlands to my life as a digital nomad, I explore what it means to bridge realities, and wha...

In this episode of the Travel and Work with Human Design podcast, I’m joined by the radiant expat Willo Sana , a 1/3 Sacral Manifesting Generator , author of Double Down on Your Genius , and a true embodiment of the RAX of the Vessel of Love . We dive into Human Design as a tool for energetic alignment , the concept of the Generator strategy "Waiting for the response", and even travel ha...

In this episode of Travel and Work with Human Design , I’m sharing something deeply personal, a dream that felt like a transmission. It revealed a powerful teaching about the wounded inner child, emotional triggers, and how dreamwork can become a new layer of self-understanding in our Human Design journey. For the first time on the podcast, I’m exploring the world of symbolic dreams, reparenting,...

Have you ever longed to be part of a women’s circle, a space to grow, heal, and be held, but felt like your lifestyle just doesn’t allow for it? Maybe you're traveling, living abroad, or constantly on the move… and while your heart craves community, the kind of soul-nourishing sisterhood you're seeking just doesn’t seem available where you are. That’s the reality for so many of us, women d...

In this episode of Travel and Work with Human Design , I’m joined by Savannah Jordan, a 1/3 Sacral Generator, psychospiritual therapist, Reiki master, and full-time nomad. Savannah shares how she blends Western psychology with Eastern energy healing and how Reiki became a pivotal part of her path to self-healing and freedom. We explore what it means to integrate Human Design into everyday decision...

What if you didn’t have to reinvent yourself to go remote? In this empowering episode, I have a conversation with Brittany Braddock , a 2/4 Sacral Generator , to explore how she transitioned from restaurant management to building a location-independent lifestyle, all while manifesting a life of freedom, travel, confidence and self-trust. We talk about: ✨ How Brittany leveraged her existing skills...

In this deeply cosmic and soul-nourishing episode of the Travel and Work with Human Design Podcast , I’m joined by Hogarth Brown , a Neo-Vedic astrologer , YouTuber , author, and 4/6 Emotional Projector, for a transformative conversation on the intersections of astrology, Human Design, travel, and the divine mysteries of Neptune. We reflect on our epic journey across the Pacific Ocean during a Nom...

This week, I’m taking you with me on a little journey back to Glastonbury, a place that feels like stepping into a different world. Walking through this mystical town, the heart of Avalon, I felt a deep sense of magic and healing in the air. It was here, surrounded by ancient lay lines and sacred sites like the Chalice Well and White Spring Temple, that I was reminded of something so simple yet so...

Feeling like a slave to your endless to-do list? You’re not alone. So many of us are trapped in toxic productivity, rushing from one task to the next with no time to breathe, think, or simply be . This constant pressure keeps you stuck in stress mode, disconnected from your freedom and joy. But what if the real secret to creating the freedom you crave is slowing down ? In this episode of the Self-...

In this episode, we explore what happens when your Human Design deconditioning process starts to change your relationships. Doing the deep inner work means you grow beyond old patterns, and sometimes, your friendships no longer match your new energy. Key topics covered: ✨ Navigating friendships during your Human Design experiment ✨ Releasing limiting beliefs and emotional patterns ✨ How to let...

In this episode, I’m joined by Timea Pintye , a 5/1 Splenic Manifestor , digital nomad, and passionate Muay Thai fighter. We explore her Human Design blueprint and how it plays out in her real life from intrinsic motivation and willpower to burnout recovery and taking a bold sabbatical year. We explore how Human Design shaped her journey from burnout to balance, and how fear has become a companion...

In this solo episode, we explore how authentic relating and Human Design intertwine to deepen your self-love practice and transform your relationships. Discover the power of authentic expression and how your Human Design relationship charts reveal the energetic dynamics between you and others, from friendships to romantic connections. Learn how to observe your body’s reactions, create conscious co...

In this short but sweet episode of The Self-Love Unlocked: Travel and Work with Human Design Podcast , your host Astrid, certified Human Design coach and founder of PalmTreeMoments.com , unpacks the concept of liminal space. This is the often uncomfortable transformative in-between phase where the real magic of self-discovery and deconditioning happens. Perhaps you recognize it from a phase in you...

Remember the days of corporate life, where every move was scrutinized, and micromanagement was the norm? As a digital nomad, those rigid structures are a thing of the past, but over time, the freedom you once craved can become something you take for granted. When you’re focused on the daily grind, it’s easy to forget the constraints you left behind, the endless meetings, the lack of autonomy, the...

Got it! Here’s a strong Spotify introduction using the PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solution) copywriting formula: 🎧 Spotify Introduction (PAS Style with Strong Hook): Are you stuck in your head trying to "wait correctly" according to your Human Design? We’ve all been told to wait for the invitation , wait for the response , wait for the urge — but what if this very act of waiting has become another form...

Have you ever felt crushed when things didn’t turn out the way you expected? That gut-wrenching disappointment when you were so sure something good was coming … and then it didn’t? Expectations can feel like hope, but in reality, they often set us up for heartache. In this episode, I’m getting brutally honest about how expectations rob us of our joy, fuel our inner frustration, and disconnect us f...

“From the moment I woke up, I felt like I had already lost the day.” Sound familiar? That used to be every morning for me. Until one unexpected shift completely changed the way I relate to time, productivity… and myself. In this episode of Self-Love Unlocked: Travel and Work with Human Design , I’m pulling back the curtain on the invisible force that runs so many of our lives, and how I finally br...

In this deeply resonant conversation, I’m joined by Eeshi-Ra Hart , a 4/6 Emotional Projector , sound healer, and frequency guide who has spent over two decades exploring how vibration can support transformation, healing, and embodied alignment. We explore the intersection of sound healing and Human Design, using frequency as a tool for energetic alignment, and body-based wisdom. Eeshi-Ra shares h...

What if the key to unlocking your next level of self-awareness isn’t about doing more, but about slowing down? In this episode of Self-Love Unlocked: Travel and Work with Human Design , I’m sharing reflections from a recent Human Design immersion I experienced in the magical town of Glastonbury. An experience that deeply reinforced just how powerful it is to tune into your body, feel your aura, an...

Sometimes we are surrounded by chaos. How do you stay in integrity with yourself? How can you still access that stillness inside? How can you dive into your inner world to access your inner authority, especially if you want to use your Human Design authority to make a decision. That is what this episode is all about. I am sharing my process to find my "inner calm" amidst the chaos and the noise of...

Did you ever feel like your voice disappears the moment you try to speak your truth? In this episode of Self-Love Unlocked: Travel and Work with Human Design to Avoid Burnout and Create Inner Freedom , we dive deep into the powerful connection between self-expression and the throat center in Human Design. I unravel why those blockages happens—especially if you have an undefined throat center in Hu...

Hey you! In this super short episode you will hear a snippet of my conversation with Kimberly Cain. As a fellow podcaster we are discussing the trend to "have a video podcast" as there is a big "push" from techgigants like YouTube. In this short episode you will hear my take on this trend. Super short, but I hope it answers your question about why I am not "following" the trend of having a video p...

Are you caught in a cycle of doing it all—and wondering why your business still doesn’t feel right? In this Hot Seat Coaching episode, we dive deep with Jess Milanes , a 3/5 Sacral Manifesting Generator , podcast agency owner, and fast-moving creative who’s struggling with business overwhelm, grief, and a desire to do things differently. Sound familiar? Together, we use Human Design to explore why...

Feeling stretched thin, stuck in routines that leave no space for you ? In this episode, we're diving into the real meaning of time freedom —and it’s not about having more hours in the day. It’s about reclaiming your energy, setting boundaries, and finally prioritizing yourself . If you're always putting others first, chasing deadlines, or feeling like there’s never enough time to slow dow...

Have you ever woken up, looked around at your life — the job, the house, the daily grind — and thought, Is this really it? For many women, especially after 40, the pressure to “have it all together” masks a deeper feeling of being lost, stuck, and disconnected from who they truly are. If you’ve ever dreamed of reclaiming your freedom , traveling the world , and living life on your terms , this epi...