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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2025 · 26 MIN

How to Speak a Type 9’s Language (And Why “Sure” Isn’t Always Yes)

from Beyond Your Number · host Faith and Community

We’ve made it to the end of our Enneagram communication series—and it’s Damon’s turn in the hot seat as we talk all things Type 9!In this episode, Damon wrestles with “Nine doubt,” shares why he’s skeptical about gentle communication styles, and admits he might be a secret One. Kelly unpacks what truly drives the Peacemaker’s calm exterior, and why the word “sure” doesn’t always mean agreement.Together, they explore how Nines communicate, how to draw out their hidden opinions, and the lifelong challenge of choosing between peacekeeping and peacemaking. It’s equal parts insight and laughs—and a perfect wrap-up to this series!Damon confesses his “Nine doubt” (and wonders if he’s really a One)What “sure” actually means when a Nine says itThe difference between peacemaking and peacekeepingWhy decisions—even small ones—feel like conflict to NinesHow Nines can practice healthy conflict and assertivenessJournaling, Netflix, and DamonKelly’s tips for drawing out a Nine’s true thoughts and feelingsThe hilarious story of Damon’s fireworks plan“What Nines want you to know”—straight from Damon himselfFollow us on Apple Podcasts and leave a review:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enneagramu/id1691530997Follow us on Spotify and leave a review:https://open.spotify.com/show/2kbIVeByJn4WDoN3kFlUId?si=65a99542c46a49fa

We’ve made it to the end of our Enneagram communication series—and it’s Damon’s turn in the hot seat as we talk all things Type 9! In this episode, Damon wrestles with “Nine doubt,” shares why he’s skeptical about gentle communication styles, and admits he might be a secret One. Kelly unpacks what truly drives the Peacemaker’s calm exterior, and why the word “sure” doesn’t always mean agreement. Together, they explore how Nines communicate, how to draw out their hidden opinions, and the lifel...

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