I’m Shannon Walton—a Human Design consultant, educator, and innovator who traded a life of “shoulds” for one of surrender, curiosity, and cosmic connection. Years ago, I stood at the edge of everything I thought I wanted—a dream job, a healed body, a picturesque life by the beach in Santa Barbara—and watched it crumble.
What followed wasn’t just a breakdown; it was a breakthrough. Stripped of titles, plans, and expectations, I turned to Human Design not as a rulebook, but as a living experiment. That pivot changed everything. Today, I’m here to help you do the same: to wake up to your own patterns, trust your unique rhythm, and embrace the magick of being human.
Before this path, I was a scholar and teacher, earning a Master’s in English Literature from the University of Michigan, where I was a PhD candidate and dove deep into disability studies, women’s studies, and the stories that shape us. I taught courses that lit me up—on topics like Disability Literature and Culture—holding space for students to transform and build community through complex discussions and creative projects.
But beneath the accolades, I was drowning in chronic illness, depression, and a relentless drive to prove myself. Human Design didn’t just save me—it revealed me. Through it, I learned to listen to my body’s wisdom, release shame, and choose struggles that matter. Now, I’m grateful to be alive, in love with the daily dance of growth and connection.
As the founder of This HD Experiment, I’ve spent years pushing beyond the basics of Human Design to create tools and methods that reflect a nuanced understanding of the original system (before Type, Strategy, and Authority were introduced). I developed the Motion Chart—a groundbreaking visualization tool now featured in the Genetic Matrix Pro Platform—to map the electromagnetic potential of your design and track your evolution through planetary cycles.
Alongside it, I crafted the Journey Method, a bespoke approach to spiritual growth that weaves past reflections and present transits into a transformative experience. My work blends Human Design with astrology, somatic embodiment, tarot, meditation, and ritual magick, offering a playground for self-discovery that’s as unique as you are.
What sets This HD Experiment apart? It’s not about handing you a formula—it’s about empowering you to know yourself, deeply and unshakably. I’m less a guide and more a witness, here to help you realize the rhythms and patterns in your chart, your life, and the cosmos.
Together, we’ll explore what lights you up, whether that’s through chanting hexagrams, creating art that represents your definition, or tracking Jupiter’s dance through your centers. My mission is to spark gnosis—that moment when you see the wheel turning and feel your place within it. I’m here for the curious, the playful, the storytellers ready to surrender to their becoming.
When I’m not unraveling the Rave Mandala or dreaming up new ways to play with the stars, you’ll find me roller skating under Tuesday night lights, lost in a sound bath, or savoring a slow morning with no rules—just me, the sun, and whatever the day offers.
I believe we’re here for the full human experience! There’s richness and meaning in all of it—the messy, the painful, the joyful, the mystical. Let’s explore it all together!
Meet Shannon Walton
What I Stand For—
At the heart of This HD Experiment are five values that guide everything I do—both in my own journey and in the space I hold for you. These aren’t just words; they’re the threads that weave through every chart I read, every tool I create, and every moment we share.
These values aren’t static; they dance with me through every season of life and work. They’re why This HD Experiment exists—to create a space where you can wake up to yourself, connect with others, and ride the wheel with courage and grace.
Presence
I believe in showing up fully—here, now, in this body, on this planet, with these transits. Life unfolds in the moment, and I’m committed to meeting it with open eyes and an open heart. Whether I’m chanting hexagrams at sunrise or witnessing your story in a session, presence is my anchor. It’s about savoring the rhythm of what is, not rushing to what’s next.
Community
We’re not meant to walk this path alone. I see us as part of a vast, interconnected web—intimately linked to one another, to the Earth, and to all the cosmic bodies in the universe. My work is rooted in community, in creating spaces where we can laugh, reflect, learn, and grow together. Whether through teaching one of my college courses or co-creating the Human Design in Motion program, my heart has always been in cultivating supportive communities. It’s through relationship that we evolve and expand beyond the limits of our small selves.
Authenticity
There’s no one-size-fits-all path here. I’m not here to tell you who to be—I’m here to help you uncover who you already are. That means bringing your quirks, your fears, your passions, and your own unique tools and beliefs to the table. I’ll meet you as I am—unscripted, in flow, and fully present—so you can feel safe doing the same. This is your journey. Let it be wholly, wildly your own.
Self-Responsibility
You are the authority of your life. I won’t hand you a rulebook or take the wheel—I’ll point out the patterns, offer you tools, and cheer you on as you decide what’s right for you. My own shift from victimhood to empowerment taught me this: no one else can carry your happiness or your healing. It’s yours to claim, and I’m here to support that power.
Transparency
No smoke and mirrors here. I share my struggles, my breakthroughs, and the messy beauty of my own experiment—because that’s how we learn. From the Motion Chart’s origin in a hand-drawn sketch to the stories of my own emotional breakdowns, I lay it bare. My hope is that this openness invites you to trust the process and see the truth of your own design.