Ep 35: The Enneagram & Your Kids: A Compassionate Guide for Real-World Parenting Type 2

"Your child does not have to be useful to be lovable. They are worthy simply because they exist." --AngelaIn this episode, listeners will learn:How Type Two energy shows up from toddlerhood through the teenage yearsWhy clinginess, over-helping, and emotional meltdowns are actually signals for connectionThe exact language that helps a Type Two feel emotionally safe and regulatedA powerful repair ritual that teaches your child they are allowed to receive love without earning itIn this episode, I’m walking you through the heart of the Enneagram Type Two child, our Helpers, our Givers, the kids who feel safest when they feel needed and deeply connected. I break down what this personality looks like at every age, from toddler to teen, and explain why their biggest behaviors often come from a tender fear of being unnecessary or unloved.We talk through the moments that feel the hardest as a parent, the clinginess, the over-helping, the emotional meltdowns, and I give you real-life language, discipline strategies, and a simple repair ritual you can use right away. My hope is that by the end of this episode, you feel more confident, more connected, and more equipped to raise your Type Two with both strong boundaries and unconditional love.Connect with Angela:Follow Angela on InstagramSubscribe to The Balanced Mama BlogGet In TouchGrab Your Extra Tools HereShop Our ProductsDisclaimerMusic by Mood Maze