Understanding Your Wings and Core Type with Hanna McElroy

In this second installment of our conversation with Hanna McElroy, we move beyond the basics to explore how the Enneagram helps us shift from unconscious zombies to self-aware individuals. We dive deep into the remaining archetypes, from the anxious, prepared Loyalist (Type Six) to the optimistic, fun-loving Enthusiast (Type Seven). Hanna explains the fascinating concept of “wings”—the adjacent numbers we lean into to navigate the world—and why society often mistypes women as Type Twos due to traditional gender expectations of being “the helper”. Whether you are a creative Type Four who feels misunderstood, a protective Type Eight ready to fight for the underdog, or a Type Nine Peacemaker who prefers to go with the flow, this episode offers a roadmap for understanding your innate nature and generational habits. Join us as we learn how to face our vices and heighten our consciousness to create a more balanced life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaquarean.substack.com