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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 17 MIN

Episode #158 - Realists

from Life Uninhibited - The Enneagram 6 Podcast · host Kristin Messegee

Sixes often say, “I’m not negative… I’m just realistic.” But what if that isn’t actually true? In this episode, I explore how Sixes often mistake threat detection for realism. Our brains are wired to scan for what could go wrong — and when those predictions occasionally come true, it reinforces the belief that we’re simply seeing reality more clearly than others. But that isn’t realism. It’s a very specific slice of reality. I share a simple practice you can try immediately to expand your capacity to take in more of what’s actually possible — not just the negative outcomes your brain predicts. In this episode we explore: Why Sixes believe they’re “realists” How our brains encode threat prediction as truth The difference between realism and fear filtering A simple body-based exercise to widen your perception of possibility A question to try this week: What else is possible? Helpful Links: Sign up for my FREE Series on Confidence or Self Loyalty email series! You can find me on Instagram HERE You can contact me HERE if you have questions or want to chat more about Life Coaching

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Sixes often say, “I’m not negative… I’m just realistic.” But what if that isn’t actually true? In this episode, I explore how Sixes often mistake threat detection for realism. Our brains are wired to scan for what could go wrong — and when those...

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