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361: HD Profile 1/3 Investigator Martyr

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Mar 26, 2025

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INSIGHT

Dynamic Role of 1-3 Profile

The 1-3 profile combines the inquisitive first line seeking depth with the experimental third line learning through trial and error.
This dynamic creates a unique courage and resilience needed to innovate and master life through experience.

ADVICE

Embrace Failure to Grow

Embrace failure as an essential part of growth and becoming an authority in the 1-3 profile.
Learn to accept setbacks and become resilient to move faster and offer more value to others.

INSIGHT

Balancing Curiosity and Action

The 1-3 profile has an internal tension between the stabilizing, knowledge-seeking first line and the action-driven, experimental third line.
Mastering this balance is key to their alignment and success in life.

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Ever wonder why life feels like trial and error—and whether that’s actually part of your magic? In this kickoff episode of a brand-new series on Human Design profiles, we’re exploring the truth behind the 1/3 profile and why it’s so much more than the outdated “Investigator Martyr” label. Nicole introduces her reframe of this dynamic profile as the “Innovative Specialist,” and breaks down what makes this role so powerful, resilient, and essential to personal mastery.

You'll hear how the 1/3 profile is built for learning through direct experience, why failure is a crucial ingredient for success, and what happens when you resist the path that’s uniquely yours. Nicole explains the energetic push-pull between the curious, knowledge-seeking first line and the bold, action-oriented third line—and how embracing both is key to alignment.

This episode also opens the door to deeper Human Design concepts like personal destiny, profile mechanics, and how your profile actually determines the how behind your purpose. Through real-life examples (including a few famous 1/3s), Nicole brings this profile to life in a relatable, empowering way.

Whether you're a 1/3 or simply curious about how profiles shape our journey, this episode sets the tone for a powerful series that will change how you see yourself and the people around you.

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