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Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#38 - Better In-Law Relationships & Family Dynamics with Ro Elliott (2)This episode is full of wisdom about family dynamics, and specifically about in-laws.What happens when the house goes quiet and the role that defined you for decades suddenly ends? Roe joins us to share how a 27-year homeschooling season gave way to big questions about what to do next.Ro found her passion in the Enneagram, both with personal discovery and helping others through coaching. When she discovered she’s a Type Two, her history of overhelping, blurred lines, and “being needed” finally made sense. From there, the smallest shifts—asking “Is this mine to do?” and...
2025-11-2457 minTowards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#37 - Family Cultures Through The Enneagram with Christa Hardin of "Enneagram and Marriage"Christa Hardin is the creator of the popular Enneagram and Marriage podcast and Instagram account. She joins me to talk about couple pairings & family dynamics with the Enneagram.How do the parents' Enneagram types affect the family? What sort of 'family cultures' develop as a result of the Enneagram types in a family? Christa gives examples of various type pairings & family dynamics.Check out the Glow Guides, Christa Hardin's comprehensive couple guides that help your specific pairing see your light and shadows.She also wrote the book The Enneagram in Your Marriage.
2025-11-1150 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#36 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 9? with Timmy MillerTimmy Miller guides us to learn about Enneagram Nines!Type 9 is known as “The Peacekeeper” or “The Accomodater.” Nines seek peace and harmony within themselves, their environment, and the groups of people around them.Timmy discusses the Type Nine desire for connection and harmony, as well as their value on hearing other peoples' perspectives. Nines fear conflict because it may cause disconnection; they prefer to go along with others instead of rocking the boat.We also learn about the Gut Triad and how Nines have trouble listening to their own gut instincts.Timmy Mi...
2025-10-2059 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#35 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 8? with Katie StilsonEnneagram Type Eight Katie Stilson joins me to tell us what it’s like to be an Enneagram 8. Intensity! Honesty! Bossiness! Type 8 is called "The Challenger" or "The Boss." Eights are intense, direct, and fast moving. They make decisions and take action quickly. They're motivated by a need to avoid vulnerability and stay in control of their own lives.Katie tells us about the Enneagram 8 fear of being controlled or betrayed, and she gives an awesome explanation of being in the Gut Triad.Katie works as a camp director at Springhill Camps in Nor...
2025-10-2056 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#34 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 7? with Emily EdmundsonToday's episode with Enneagram 7 Emily Edmundson features not one, but TWO stories of cruise vacations!Type 7 is known as “The Optimist." Sevens are fast thinkers with positive attitudes. They desire satisfaction and contentment in life; Emily shares how she's always trying to create fun experiences for her people.We explored the Type 7 fears of being trapped in pain, limited, or bored, as well as what it's like for Emily to be in the head triad. Enjoy!Emily Edmundson works as a clinical mental health counselor in Northwest Indiana. Grab...
2025-10-1348 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#33 - Enneagram 101 - What is an Enneagram 6? with Christel BublitzChristel Bublitz is our guide to Enneagram Sixes.Type 6 is known as “The Loyalist” or “The Questioner.” Sixes are prepared, safety-conscious, and supportive. They are often the glue that holds groups together.Christel explains the Type 6 core desires to be supported, safe, and secure, as well as the fears of being abandoned, alone, and unprepared. Grab the Enneagram Guide for your type at work for $1! Enter code 'HIELYSE' at checkout.______________________________________________________________ Get my free Guide to the 9 Enneagram Types 🌱This guide is a great quick-referenc...
2025-09-2947 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#32 - Enneagram 101 - What is an Enneagram 5? with Tammy LeiningerToday we get to learn from Tammy Leininger all about Enneagram Fives! Type 5 is known as “The Observer” or “The Researcher.” Fives are logical, emotionally detached, and investigative. They love having more and more knowledge about interesting topics.Tammy walks us through the Type Five core fears of being incompetent and having her energy depleted. Then the Type Five core desire of being knowledgable, capable, and competent. 'Having the answers' is important for Fives; Tammy talks about what that's like for her as a mental health counselor.Tammy loves to guide women in mak...
2025-09-0845 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#31 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 4? with Michaela ElizabethMy awesome Enneagram Four guest is Michaela Elizabeth! Type 4 is known as “The Individualist” or “The Romantic.” Fours are authentic, emotional, unique, and want to find deep meaning in their lives and in the world.Michaela tells us about the Type Four core fears of being ordinary, mundane, or insignificant. I enjoyed what she shared about many Type Fours' love for storytelling - this conversation taught me a lot about Enneagram Four's communication style.Enneagram Four's core desire is to be special, unique, and to have a significant identity. Michaela Elizabeth is a Certifi...
2025-09-011h 00
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#30 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 3? with Pastor Becky CrainListen in for a great conversation with Pastor Becky Crain all about Enneagram Threes.Type 3 is known as “The Performer” or “The Achiever.” Threes are ambitious, self-assured, and adaptable. They're motivated by a desire to prove their worth through many accomplishments and achievements. Becky tells a hilarious story about how she decided to, and then did, win over the dentist. The story speaks to the 3 core desire to look attractive and competent in any situation. Becky also tells us about her journey learning to accept vulnerability as a key part of human relationships.Pastor Becky...
2025-08-2555 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#29 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 2? with Teacher Erin ParkerEnneagram Type Two Erin Parker joins me to tell us what it’s like to be an Enneagram 2!Type 2 is known as “The Helper” or “The Supporter.” Twos are considerate, caring, and driven by a desire to help others to ensure that they themselves are loved.Erin talks about the Type Two core fears of being unloved, rejected, or unworthy of love; the core desires of wanting to help, serve, and be indispensable to others; and the trouble Twos have with admitting their own needs.Erin Parker is a high school English teacher in Northwes...
2025-08-1149 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#28 - Enneagram 101: What is an Enneagram 1? with Educator Amanda RossiEnneagram Type One Amanda Rossi joins me to tell us what it’s like to be an Enneagram 1!Type 1 is known as “The Improver” or “The Reformer.” Ones are ethical, dedicated, and driven by a desire to improve themselves and the world. Amanda talks about the Type One core fears of being bad, wrong, and making mistakes; the core desires of wanting to be good, right, and keep improving; and the Inner Critic that haunts Type Ones.Amanda Rossi is a special education teacher in Northwest Indiana. She formerly worked as a case worker for...
2025-08-0449 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#27 - Enneagram 101: What is the Enneagram?What in the world is the Enneagram?!?!Welcome to Enneagram 101 — your beginner-friendly series on the 9 types, what they mean, and why they matter. 🌿In this kickoff episode, I'm walking you through the big question: What is the Enneagram, really? Where did it come from, why does it resonate so deeply for some, and why does it feel a little weird to others? 🧐💚I’ll share: 🌱 How the Enneagram helped me go from “I guess I’m good at math?” to actually understanding my strengths, patterns, and relations...
2025-07-2831 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#26 - A Book Q&A with Jeff Cook from Around the CircleJeff Cook joins me to talk about his brand new Enneagram book, “Around the Circle: An Enneagram Book.”The book asks nine key questions, like “What do I want?” and “How do I solve my problems?” The authors go around the circle, answering each question for all nine Enneagram types.The Around the Circle podcast has been around since 2019, hosted by Jeff Cook and Tj Wilson. They’ve compiled their insights from years of studying and podcasting into this debut book (they have four more books planned for the series).Jeff Cook is a longtime prof...
2025-07-211h 05
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#25 - Parenting 7 Kids With the Enneagram - with Victoria (4)Victoria (4) is a mom to 7 kiddos. She parents with her husband, an Enneagram 8. Victoria talks about having a common vision and common goals as parents, and how the Enneagram helps them understand their children in a deeper way.⚡ HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE ⚡How a 4 and an 8 parent togetherChores - practical or stealing our kids’ childhoods?!Parenting kids individually based on Enneagram typesHow the Enneagram can help kids feel less lonely📚 RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE 📚 Scott Allender - “The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence”Enneagram InstituteTruity testYou’ve Got a Type (Youtube...
2025-06-3051 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#24 - Taking a Break, Be Back After Tax SeasonI'm taking a break from the podcast. Be back after tax season! 🏦Listen to this episode if you want to hear a personal update from me, including:My job at the tax officeThe Warriors cats booksWhy an Enneagram One loves filing and alphabetizingLinks:The Enneagram & Conflict Styles blog postSign up for my email listMusic “El Chapo” by Ivy Bakes from Soundstripe______________________________________________________________ Get my free Guide to the 9 Enneagram Types 🌱This guide is a great quick-reference to help you re...
2025-03-1413 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#23 - Using the Enneagram as an HR tool with Blake Boardman (6w5)Blake Boardman is a Human Resources Trainer at a care company serving intellectually and physically disabled adults. He integrates the Enneagram into his role at work, training effective communication techniques, Blake teaches his staff how the Enneagram can help their team communicate more effectively to ensure better lives for their individuals. Blake lives in Northwest Indiana with his family. Blake gives us a crash course on Enneagram 6s! He talks all about what it’s like to be hypervigilant, and why he always arrives half an hour early to every event. Also, a 5-6 couple apparently make a gre...
2025-02-2456 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#22 - What's Max's Type?!Today I help my friend Max figure out his Enneagram type. Is he an 8? A 4? A 7? Or perhaps a 1? We dig into the nuances of each of these types.About Max Partain:“I am a Video Editing Freelancer who is attempting to take away the magic of editing and democratize it. I’ve won 10+ golden telly awards for editing which I feel I have to say to establish credibility. I sometimes wear a sleeping mask when I talk so that my ADHD quiets down.”Connect with Max: easyedits.co Grab th...
2025-02-1056 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#21 - Name What's WorkingJanuary energy is bonkers 🤯 Before we jump into goal-setting and habit-building, can we find more contentment by simply recognizing what's already working for us? Inspired by Kendra Adachi, the Lazy Genius, I take a step back from the crazy pressure of new year resolutions to name what's already working.This episode is inspired by The Lazy Genius Podcast, episode #399. The Lazy Genius #399 - Name What’s Working“The Plan” by Kendra AdachiInstagram reel - Kendra talks about naming what’s working Heather Robertson’s free strength training program
2025-01-2712 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#20 - Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Care with Bailey Regier, RN, CNEIn this episode, Bailey Regier guides us into exploring how trauma-informed care is changing the game in nursing and healthcare. We talk about why compassion, self-care, and understanding trauma are so important for healthcare professionals—and all of us.⚡ HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE ⚡Bailey’s journey in nursing and educationBailey's road to identifying as an Enneagram 8Why compassion among healthcare providers matters so muchTips on handling stress and staying emotionally regulatedWhy trauma-informed care is essential in healthcare today Grab the Enneagram Guide for your type at work for $1! Enter code 'HIELYSE' at checkout....
2025-01-1349 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#19 - The 8-9 Pairing with Kathleen (8) and Ken (9)What happens when an assertive nurse and a laid-back paper industry professional get married? Kathleen and Ken’s story is all about opposites attracting—and thriving—thanks to the Enneagram. Kathleen (Type 8) and Ken (Type 9) have been married for over 40 years. Ken’s had a long career as a paper scientist and Kathleen’s been an Operating Room Nurse for many years.Kathleen, a bold Type 8, shares how her decisive nature helped her navigate life in the operating room and tackle health challenges. Meanwhile, Ken, a calm and steady Type 9, talks about balancing family life while freque...
2025-01-061h 09
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#18 - Mastering Wedding Magic with Katie (3) and Casey (1)Today I interview Katie and Casey of Katie O’ Weddings & Events. Katie and Casey of Katie O’ Weddings & Events are New York’s brightest planning duo. Katie O’Malley Maloney started her business 15 years ago, and Casey Benson has been with her for 10 years.I introduced Katie and Casey to the Enneagram earlier this year at Amber Housley’s Bloom and Grow Live, which is a business conference for women. They determined that Katie identifies with Type 3 and Casey with Type 1. Listen in as they share all about the wedding planning industry and dissect thei...
2024-12-3047 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#17 - How to Use Access Lines to Grow With the Enneagram with Carla Anne Ferguson (8)Enneagram Coach Carla Anne joins me to talk about how each Enneagram type can experience growth. What can we do to intentionally grow outside of the box of our type? How can we access different points around the Enneagram and use them as resources?⚡ HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS EPISODE ⚡Misunderstood Female 8s How Carla Anne discovered she was an 8 through the way she views GodChecking our “emotional bladder”Using Access Points around the Enneagram (sometimes called Stress and Security lines)How 8s can use their access lines of Type 2 and Type 5_________________________Carla Anne Ferguson loves peo...
2024-12-1647 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#16 - The Compliant/Dependent Stance with Elyse Regier (1), Erin Parker (2), and Christel Bublitz (6)Erin (2), Christel (6), and Elyse (1) talk about what it's like to be in the compliant/dependent stance!Ever-aware of other peoples' rules or expectations... hyper focused on the current surrounding environment, whether that's about people, problems, or danger... overly concerned with others' needs..and more! Make sure to listen to the previous few episodes about the other stances: Assertive (3,7,8) and Withdrawn (4,5,9).______________________________________________________________ Get my free Guide to the 9 Enneagram Types 🌱This guide is a great quick-reference to help you remember the types. Towards Eden Enneagram Instagram 🌿 Towar...
2024-12-0952 min
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#15 - The Withdrawn Stance with Jessica Vangsnes (4), Tammy Leininger (5), and Katie Johnson (9)Listen in on this conversation about the Assertive Stance. It's full of wisdom and insights from Jessica (4), Tammy (5), and Katie (9).The Enneagram Withdrawn Types (4, 5, and 9) tend to move inward to process their thoughts and emotions before engaging with the world. They often seek space to recharge, reflect deeply, or preserve their inner peace, sometimes appearing distant or detached to others. Their orientation to time is the past.Jessica, Tammy, and Katie share all about what it's like to be in the Withdrawn Stance.________________________________________________________Jessica Vangsnes (4) is a certified Trauma-informed Resilience and R...
2024-12-021h 01
Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast#14 - The Assertive Stance, part 2Part 2 of this conversation.Listen in on this fun, high-energy conversation about the Assertive Stance.The Enneagram assertive stance (Types 3, 7, and 8) is characterized by a forward-moving, action-oriented approach to life, often focused on achieving goals, seeking excitement, or asserting control. These types tend to rely on their own energy and drive to shape their circumstances, sometimes overlooking emotional or relational nuances in the process.Amanda (Type 3), Caleb (Type 7), and Kathleen (Type 8) share all about what it's like to be in the Assertive Stance.______________________________________________________________Amanda Nagy is a certified Enneagram...
2024-11-261h 09