EP286: Being an Enneagram Eight - The Good, Beautiful, Hard, and Ugly of the Challenger

Enneagram 8s are motivated by a need to be strong and in control. They are take charge, decisive, aggressive, power-oriented, and magnetic. Self-sufficient autonomy is essential to an 8, and they have their own way of influencing others, including within large and powerful organizations.Those are their superpowers, but when they are in an unhealthy space or acting in their ego, those same superpowers can be like a wrecking ball on the life of an Enneagram 8. So, how can Enneagram 8s overcome their fear of being vulnerable to realize the connection and intimacy they so desperately crave in their relationships? Today, on The Leadership Formula, we're diving into everything Enneagram 8. I'll share some triggers Enneagram 8s face that can cause their self-protection defense mechanism to kick in and the blind spots they have that can leave others feeling unprepared, underappreciated, or unprotected. Listen in as I share how Enneagram 8s can use their wings to connect with people and experience the nuances of life without judgment or jaded expectations for more playfulness and fun.Plus, I'll share which type is the least expressive and the most armed of the three Eight subtypes and which is the most intense and charismatic.Are you looking for a detailed, comprehensive guide to how your specific Enneagram type makes decisions, communicates, cultivates relationships, and is unique to you? Visit TracyO'Malley.com for information on how my in-depth assessment can help you accelerate your transformation! Click here to purchase my ALL-NEW Enneagram Blueprint TODAY!What You Will Learn Why you should ask an Enneagram 8 if you are seeking the truth about a situationThe inner knowing that helps Enneagram 8s make quick decisionsWhy being loved by an Enneagram 8 makes you bulletproofWhy Enneagram 8s would rather do everything on their own than rely on anyone else for helpWhy an Enneagram 8s ability to perceive what needs to be done to protect their people make them a safe harbor in any storm Why an Enneagram 8s ability to lead and influence can be dangerous if their motives are not on the up and upWhy questioning an 8 can cause them to feel underestimated and like their back is up against the wall causing their claws to come outWhy an 8s tendency to overfill their plates can lead to them insisting they have it all under control even when they don'tHow Enneagram 8s can use their 7 Wing to lean into their playful side for more funHow Enneagram 8s can use their 9 Wing to help them deliver their message in a way that opens others receptivenessConnect with Tracytracyomalley.comwww.instagram.com/tracy_omalleywww.facebook.com/tracy.omalleytwitter.com/TracyOMallwww.linkedin.com/in/tracy-o-malley/Email Tracy [email protected] Resources Book an Enneagram Kickstart Session:http://tracyomalley.com/workwithme/Apply for VIP 1:1 Enneagram Coaching:http://tracyomalley.com/workwithme/Review The Leadership Formula on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadership-formula-podcast-enneagram-success/id1491541582Email [email protected]