What Is the Enneagram? (Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns)

About this episode

This episode introduces the Enneagram and helps listeners recognize their repeating patterns of behavior.

If you’ve ever wondered why you keep reacting the same way, this episode will help you start to see the pattern. The Enneagram isn’t just about personality, it’s about the ways you cope, protect yourself, and try to feel okay in the world. This is a simple, beginner-friendly introduction to help you start recognizing those patterns in your own life. Stay tuned for the next episode! We're covering Type 1: The Perfectionist. If you’re not sure of your type yet, you can take a free Enneagram test here:https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test

Topics covered

• Enneagram
• personality
• self-discovery
• patterns

Keywords

• coping mechanisms
• protection
• self-awareness

Mentioned in this episode

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