Catalyzer Grouping: "I Cannot be Disingenuous in Conflict"

About this episode

This episode explores the Catalyzer group of the Enneagram, focusing on how Types 4, 6, and 8 respond to conflict and stress.

What happens when we encounter conflict, stress, or disappointment? The Enneagram's Harmonic Triad reveals patterned ways of responding that various Enneagram Types hold in common. In this episode, we explore the Catalyzer—also known as the Intensifier—group, consisting of Types 4, 6, and 8. Catalyzers push into the tension and meet it with energy, intensity and emotional truth. Their goal is to address the situation clearly and honestly in order to resolve and transform. In this episode we unpack the motivations, emotional dynamics, and growth path of the Catalyzer Harmonic Triad. The panel consists of Dan Kuhlman (Type 4), Lou Flessner (Type 6), and Bill Ryan (Type 8).

People in this episode

Host: Jeff King

Guests: Dan Kuhlman, Lou Flessner, Bill Ryan

Topics covered

• conflict resolution
• Enneagram Types
• emotional dynamics
• personal growth
• Harmonic Triad

Keywords

• Enneagram
• conflict
• stress
• Catalyzer
• Harmonic Triad
• Types 4 6 8
• emotional truth

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Enneagram

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