The Hidden Struggles of Enneagram Type 2: Boundaries, Validation, & Burnout

What does it really mean to be “the helper”… and what does it cost you?In this episode of Feel Known and Be Known: An Enneagram Conversation, we sit down with Janis—a mom of two, community leader, and self-identified Enneagram Type 2—to explore the hidden tension behind always showing up for others.From people-pleasing and overcommitting to the deep need for validation and fear of being misunderstood, this conversation goes beyond surface-level Enneagram insights and into real, lived experience.Janis shares how her Type 2 tendencies show up in motherhood, work, and relationships—and how she’s learning to navigate boundaries, self-worth, and the discomfort of saying no.If you’ve ever:– Struggled to set boundaries without guilt– Felt responsible for everyone else’s needs– Wondered why being “helpful” can feel so exhausting– Or questioned whether people truly see and value you…this episode will hit close to home.Whether you’re an Enneagram Type 2 or love someone who is, you’ll walk away with deeper understanding, language for your patterns, and a sense that you’re not alone.🎧 Hit follow and share this episode with someone who gives so much of themselves—it might be exactly what they need to hear.#EnneagramType2 #PeoplePleasing #Boundaries #SelfWorth #Burnout #Motherhood #PersonalGrowth