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What if the key to unlocking your true potential lies in understanding the motivations behind your actions rather than just changing your behavior? 

In episode 81, Brooke Jean sits down with Enneagram expert Calley Welborn to explore the depths of self-discovery through the lens of the Enneagram. Calley shares her unexpected journey into the world of Enneagram, explaining how this ancient system goes beyond mere personality typing to reveal our core motivations and essence. The conversation delves into the power of self-awareness, the importance of balancing our centers of intelligence, and how understanding our Enneagram type can lead to personal transformation and more authentic living. You will gain insights into overcoming perfectionism, embracing your true-self, and finding purpose in both your personal and professional life.

[00:00 - 12:37] Unveiling the Enneagram: More Than Just a Personality Test

• The Enneagram reveals core motivations, transcending surface-level behaviors.
• Calley's unexpected introduction to the Enneagram.
• The emotional impact of recognizing oneself in Enneagram descriptions.

[12:38 - 18:04] Breaking Free from the Inner Critic's Grasp

• The relentless inner critic: A common struggle, especially prevalent among Type Ones.
• Enneagram's role in unveiling unconscious patterns and deeply-held beliefs.
• Cultivating compassion: A crucial step in understanding ourselves and others.

[18:05 - 30:34] The Three Centers of Intelligence: Achieving Harmonious Balance

• Exploring the body, heart, and mind centers: The triad of human intelligence.
• The pitfalls of over-relying on a single center: Exhaustion and imbalance.
• The transformative power of engaging all three centers equally.

[30:35 - 37:48] Perfectionism: The Silent Boundary Creator

• Perfectionism's role in separating us from truth and authentic connections.
• Childhood experiences: The architects of our Enneagram types.
• Recognizing perfectionism as a protective mechanism.

[37:49 - 43:16] Aligning with Your Essence: Navigating Career and Purpose

• Leveraging the Enneagram to guide career choices and uncover life's purpose.
• Distinguishing between depleting work and essence-aligned pursuits.
• The ripple effect: How authentic living positively impacts the world around us.

[43:17 - 50:26] The Journey of Self-Discovery

• Self-discovery as a continuous process of surrender and openness.
• The vital role of curiosity and self-love in personal growth.
• How understanding ourselves deepens our acceptance of others.

Tweetable Quotes: 

"When we're living from our essence, when we're working from our essence, it is generative. It is life-giving. It can't be depleted because it is you." - Calley Welborn

"Perfectionism separates us from truth." - Calley Welborn

"Looking at yourself that deeply and honestly is an act of self-love." - Calley Welborn

*This is not medical advice. Please consult with a professional before making any changes

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Connect with Calley Welborn:

Instagram: @undercurrentenneagram

Website: https://undercurrent.life/ 

Check out Calley's Enneagram Intro video! DM her on Instagram with the word FREEDOM and get free access.

Join Calley for her Fall Enneagram Essentials Discovery Group September 10th - November 12th in-person in Littleton, CO. Sign up by by September 2, and receive a FREE Private Consulting Session with Calley!

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Website: Brooke Jean LLC

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