EPISODE · Feb 27, 2025 · 49 MIN
Enneagram Adventure: Exploring the Perfectionist Type One
from Enneagram Adventure · host Tannah Flora and Holly Deschenes
In the second episode of 'Enneagram Adventure,' hosts Holly and Tannah delve into the Enneagram Type One, commonly known as 'The Perfectionist' or 'The Reformer.' They explore the core motivations, behaviors, and internal struggles of Type Ones, emphasizing their early development of perfectionist tendencies driven by a need to feel safe and loved. The conversation touches on how ones often internalize anger, which can manifest as harsh inner self-criticism, and the challenges they face in dealing with their critical nature. Holly and Tannah provide insights into supporting Ones, recognizing their strengths such as strong values and attention to detail, and offer practical advice for Ones to find serenity and balance. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback and share their experiences for a more inclusive discussion in future episodes.00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff01:16 Understanding the Motivation of Enneagram Ones02:32 Perfectionism and Inner Critic of Ones04:25 Ones in Family Dynamics and Childhood08:56 Strengths and Values of Enneagram Ones16:53 Challenges and Growth for Ones26:23 Finding Space and Self-Awareness27:08 The Urgency of the To-Do List29:23 The Ego Trap and Vulnerability32:27 Sitting with Anger and Letting Go40:22 Advice for Those with Ones in Their Life46:46 Engaging with Our Audience48:13 Closing Thoughts and Teasershttps://www.instagram.com/enneagramadventure/
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In the second episode of 'Enneagram Adventure,' hosts Holly and Tannah delve into the Enneagram Type One, commonly known as 'The Perfectionist' or 'The Reformer.' They explore the core motivations, behaviors, and internal struggles of Type Ones, emphasizing their early development of perfectionist tendencies driven by a need to feel safe and loved. The conversation touches on how ones often internalize anger, which can manifest as harsh inner self-criticism, and the challenges they face in dealing with their critical nature. Holly and Tannah provide insights into supporting Ones, recognizing their strengths such as strong values and attention to detail, and offer practical advice for Ones to find serenity and balance. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback and share their experiences for a more inclusive discussion in future episodes. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff 01:16 Understanding the Motivation of Enneagram Ones 02:32 Perfectionism and Inner Critic of Ones 04:25 Ones in Family Dynamics and Childhood 08:56 Strengths and Values of Enneagram Ones 16:53 Challenges and Growth for Ones 26:23 Finding Space and Self-Awareness 27:08 The Urgency of the To-Do List 29:23 The Ego Trap and Vulnerability 32:27 Sitting with Anger and Letting Go 40:22 Advice for Those with Ones in Their Life 46:46 Engaging with Our Audience 48:13 Closing Thoughts and Teasers
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