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Episode 90: BTS of a Human Design Reading with Dr. Richard Schwartz — Invitations, Parts Work & Nervous System Prep

This one still feels surreal to say out loud: I gave a Human Design reading to Dr. Richard Schwartz, the founder of Internal Family Systems therapy.

In this episode, I’m inviting you into the messy, magical behind-the-scenes of how it all unfolded. From the invitations that landed in my lap, to the parts work it took to even say yes, to the nervous-system rituals I leaned on the day of, I’m sharing the real story — link snafus, panic moments, tears, and all.

I want you to hear not just what happened, but how I prepared, what I learned, and how this big moment is shaping the way I see expansion in my own life and business.

What You’ll Hear in This Return+ Episode:

• The wild (and very Human Design) way the invitation to read for Dr. Schwartz showed up.
• The parts that almost talked me out of saying yes — and how I worked with them.
• My rituals and nervous-system practices before the reading.
• The chaotic way it started (“you’re meeting my embarrassed part…”).
• What it was like to sit with Dr. Schwartz’s chart.
• The emotional crash that followed and why success doesn’t always feel shiny.
• The big takeaways I think will help you prepare for your next big opportunity.

Key Takeaways:

• Big moments aren’t about over-prepping; they’re about tending your system so you can show up as yourself.
• Expansion brings up as much fear as it does excitement and that’s normal.
• Self-energy in IFS is the living embodiment of Human Design.
• Receiving success is its own practice.

Links & Resources:

• Return Podcast Ep with Jalon Johnson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mETBaanRdUlE0C2ctd7O5?si=e7bde47482494e26
• Subscribe to Return+ on Substack: https://substack.com/@caitlansigenthaler
• My work: caitlansiegenthaler.com
  

If this story lights something up in you — maybe a reminder that your next “big moment” doesn’t have to be chased, forced, or perfectly prepared for ...I’d love to hear about it. Share your reflections with me on Instagram or Threads, and if you want the full, unfiltered dinner party version of this episode, join me inside Return+ on Substack. That’s where I spill all the tea.

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