Huiyuan Zhao

My style of human design reading

Empathetic and active listening

Practical and honest suggestions

In 2007, I moved to Switzerland to pursue my PhD, focusing on basic research into the mechanisms of Parkinson’s disease using proteomic and peptidomic analysis. The three years I spent immersed in scientific writing, presentations, and conducting research in a biochemistry lab not only deepened my understanding of the disease but also unlocked my potential as a project manager. This experience shaped me into an independent yet collaborative team player, honing my skills in both managing complex projects and working effectively within a team environment.

Industry exprience

In 2020, I joined a pharma startup named Innomedica, where I initially worked as a scientist in pharmaceutical quality control before transitioning into a role as a quality assurance specialist. This experience was deeply fulfilling, as it allowed me to harness my core energy—70% of my energy source—aligned with my Human Design (Incarnation Cross of Service). My natural drive to perfect processes and deliver excellence was fully engaged, enabling me to contribute in a way that felt both purposeful and aligned with my inherent strengths.

Born in a small village in China and raised in the heart of nature, my search for life's answers began early. As a child, I often wondered: If I fall asleep and never wake up, would I forever be in my dreams? Why can I only feel my own thoughts and not others'? What lies beyond the highest layer of the sky? The stars are so captivating—what are they? These questions, and many more, lingered in my mind throughout my youth.

Although I moved through life happily, advancing through various stages of education, those questions never left me. Driven by my curiosity, I chose to study biology, pursuing a bachelor’s degree, followed by master's and doctoral research in science. I hoped this path would provide the answers I was seeking. While science did help me understand the world to some extent, it also led to even more philosophical and mystical questions that science alone couldn’t answer.

At the age of 27, I turned inward, seeking answers within. I encountered various teachers of personal development, each offering valuable insights and guiding me in my self-exploration. Yet, it was Human Design that truly astonished me. I marveled at how this system integrated so many different aspects of existence into one coherent, compatible framework. It addressed many of the mystical questions I had carried for years and became my most practical and effective tool for self-discovery.

Since then, I’ve grown steadily closer to my true self. While struggles and inner conflicts still arise, I now understand why, and I know how to navigate them. Human Design has also transformed the way I view those around me, allowing me to appreciate their individuality and engage with them in a more relaxed and meaningful way. It has been a profound guide on my journey toward self-awareness, which is the ultimate goal of my life.

When I first discovered Human Design, I was pleasantly surprised by the talents and potential I was born with, but I initially felt disconnected from them. Having lived as my "not-self" for nearly 30 years, I found it difficult to focus on or appreciate these gifts. Though I’m still on the path of self-awareness, and it is certainly a lifelong process, Human Design has helped me uncover the true self that was hidden beneath the surface.

Now, as I continue this journey of self-realization, I’m eager to share my experiences and support others who are ready to embark on this life-changing experiment.

Emotinal Generator, 3/6 Profile, Incarnation Cross of Service, Four+ years in Human Design

Academia experience