Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast
In this episode of the Core Motivations podcast, host Michelle Connolly delves into the Enneagram, a personality framework that helps individuals understand themselves and others better. She shares insights from a devotional that emphasizes finding peace through a steadfast mind and trust in God. The conversation explores the core motivations, fears, and desires of each Enneagram type, offering practical advice on how to relate to them. Additionally, Michelle discusses the importance of self-care and self-love, introducing a box breathing meditation as a tool for relaxation and focus.
Takeaways
Finding peace is a lost art.
Understanding and relating to others is essential for growth.
Mistakes are opportunities for learning.
Life is about compromise and understanding.
Self-care practices are vital for emotional health.
Meditation can help clear the mind and improve focus.
Each Enneagram type has unique motivations and fears.
Positive affirmations can enhance self-worth.
It's important to prioritize well-being and set boundaries.
Engaging in enjoyable activities is a form of self-love.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast
03:48 Finding Peace in a Distracted World
08:55 Recap of Enneagram Types: Fours, Fives, and Sixes
14:38 Understanding and Relating to Enneagram Types
16:49 Exploring the Enneagram 7: The Entertaining Optimist
24:07 Understanding the Enneagram 8: The Protector Challenger
29:24 Exploring the Enneagram 9: The Peaceful Mediator
34:14 Self-Care and Self-Love Practices
42:19 Conclusion and Future Topics
Until Next time
As Always
I am Rooting for you
💕 Michelle
Book referenced in podcast
Hearing God Speak: A 52-Week Interactive Enneagram Devotional by Eve Annunziato (Author), Jackie Brewster (Author)
Combining the Enneagram system with biblical truth, this interactive, yearlong devotional helps you better understand yourself and other people while guiding you toward a deeper relationship with Christ.
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hearing-god-speak-eve-annunziato/1137077563
Ways to connect with me
https://www.instagram.com/coremotivations_coach
michelle@coremotivationscoach.com
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