The Enneagram: Why You Do What You Do

We’re kicking off a month-long series on the Enneagram, and we’re starting with the basics. I’ll be honest: I was skeptical at first. But after seeing how it’s transformed my own self-awareness and relationships, I’m convinced it’s one of the most powerful personality tools out there. I’m sitting down with author and Enneagram expert Ian Morgan Cron to break it all down. This isn’t just another personality test. The Enneagram reveals the why behind your behavior: your unconscious motivations that drive how you think, act, and show up in your relationships. We cover the nine types, where this framework actually comes from (it’s older than you think), why so many people mistype themselves, and what makes this different from tools like StrengthsFinder or Myers-Briggs. If you’re skeptical, curious, or just want to understand yourself better, this is where to start. Life Happens. Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more :  [0:00:00] Anecdotal Evidence and the Enneagram’s Impact [0:04:31] Why the Enneagram: Motivation Over Behavior [0:06:30] Quick Tour of the Nine Types [0:15:21] Origins, Science, and “Woo-Woo” Concerns [0:18:22] Blind Spots, Stress, and Using Type for Growth In this episode, we are diving into the Enneagram personality system, the origins of the Enneagram, the nine Enneagram numbers or types, how to find your enneagram type, uncovering our blind spots using the Enneagram, why and how people mistype themselves, and why the enneagram does not excuse behavior.  Connect with Paula on Instagram  Get Paula's personal newsletter– win Ian’s book!  Meet Ian Morgan Cron  Take Ian’s Enneagram Assessment: Code PAULA for 15% off  THE CARRY™ ALL NEWSLETTER by and for working moms Paula’s Favorite Protein Powder 15% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices