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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 29 MIN

Why Knowing Your Enneagram Isn’t Enough

from The Paula Faris Show · host That Sounds Fun Network

We’re continuing our month-long Enneagram series with Ian Morgan Cron and getting into what most people miss. What does “healthy” actually look like? And what does it look like when you’re off, and everyone else can see it before you do? Every type has a pattern, a tell, a default that feels right…until it starts working against you. Underneath each of those patterns is the same lie: When I finally get this, I’ll be okay. Knowing your number isn’t the work. Seeing your patterns and choosing differently is. Life Happens. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more : [0:00:00] Healthy Isn’t Changing Your Type, It’s Growing Awareness [0:04:29] The “I’ll Be Okay When…” Lie for All Nine Types [0:07:38] Using the Passions and Deadly Sins as Warning Lights [0:18:20] SNAP: Stop, Notice, Ask, Pivot Toward Health [0:21:40] Information Isn’t Transformation—Doing the Work (and Next Up: Relationships & Parenting) In this episode, we are digging into becoming a healthy version of your Enneagram type, signs of unhealth in each Enneagram type, a simple framework to help you move towards health when you notice unhealthy patterns, and why understanding your type alone isn’t enough for lasting transformation. LINKS: 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

We’re continuing our month-long Enneagram series with Ian Morgan Cron and getting into what most people miss. What does “healthy” actually look like? And what does it look like when you’re off, and everyone else can see it before you do? Every type has a pattern, a tell, a default that feels right…until it starts working against you. Underneath each of those patterns is the same lie: When I finally get this, I’ll be okay. Knowing your number isn’t the work. Seeing your patterns and choosing differently is. Life Happens. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more : [0:00:00] Healthy Isn’t Changing Your Type, It’s Growing Awareness [0:04:29] The “I’ll Be Okay When…” Lie for All Nine Types [0:07:38] Using the Passions and Deadly Sins as Warning Lights [0:18:20] SNAP: Stop, Notice, Ask, Pivot Toward Health [0:21:40] Information Isn’t Transformation—Doing the Work (and Next Up: Relationships & Parenting) In this episode, we are digging into becoming a healthy version of your Enneagram type, signs of unhealth in each Enneagram type, a simple framework to help you move towards health when you notice unhealthy patterns, and why understanding your type alone isn’t enough for lasting transformation. LINKS: 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

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