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EPISODE · Jul 6, 2026 · 43 MIN

Grass Roots Back to where it all began

from Core Motivations Podcast · host Michelle Connolly

Discover practical insights on self-care, personal growth, and overcoming challenges with the Enneagram as your guide. Hosted by Michelle Conley, this episode emphasizes patience, gratitude, and showing up for oneself as essential tools on your journey to self-love and understanding.As always I am Rooting for you! 💕In this episode:Michelle shares her personal struggles with gratitude and the power of consistent practiceInsights from psychology on brain plasticity and learning processesAn overview of the nine Enneagram types, their core fears, desires, weaknesses, and longingsHow to identify your core motivations through reflection and assessmentTips for showing up authentically and confidently in daily lifeThe significance of self-compassion and reframing setbacks as growth opportunitiesThe importance of practicing gratitude and cultivating patience during life's challengesHow neuroplasticity supports learning and transformation over timeDeep dive into the Enneagram: understanding nine core types and their motivationsOvercoming imposter syndrome and building confidence through self-awarenessPractical self-care strategies: setting boundaries, managing stress, and nurturing your well-beingWays to connectStart with your Free Enneagram assessment ⁠https://assessment.yourenneagramcoach.com/⁠Don’t forget to connect with Michelle to help you with those results and book a (free) 30 min meet and greet⁠https://calendar.app.google/RTu4pSag6PBBLWe97⁠Contact through email⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram⁠instagram.com/coremotivations_coach⁠Youtube⁠Michelle - YouTube⁠Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and introduction to self-care and gratitude practices02:06 - Brain plasticity and the science of learning04:22 - How the brain rewires with new habits and experiences07:07 - Embracing the "under construction" process of personal growth10:42 - Introduction to the Enneagram: nine personality types and core motivations13:39 - The concept of being under construction and spiritual growth from scripture16:45 - How the Enneagram helps describe human behavior and self-understanding19:01 - Deep dive into each Enneagram type: core fears and motivations24:39 - Core fears of Types 1 to 9 and their impact on behavior34:02 - Encouragement to take the free Enneagram assessment36:20 - The importance of showing up for yourself and self-practice strategies41:22 - Final reminders on self-care, creating your toolbox, and mindset shifts

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