Understanding Matters

15/08/2025 45 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10

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Welcome to Core Motivations PodcastIn this episode of the Core Motivations podcast, host Michelle Connolly delves into the Enneagram, a personality framework that helps individuals understand themselves and others better. She shares insights from a devotional that emphasizes finding peace through a steadfast mind and trust in God. The conversation explores the core motivations, fears, and desires of each Enneagram type, offering practical advice on how to relate to them. Additionally, Michelle discusses the importance of self-care and self-love, introducing a box breathing meditation as a tool for relaxation and focus.TakeawaysFinding peace is a lost art.Understanding and relating to others is essential for growth.Mistakes are opportunities for learning.Life is about compromise and understanding.Self-care practices are vital for emotional health.Meditation can help clear the mind and improve focus.Each Enneagram type has unique motivations and fears.Positive affirmations can enhance self-worth.It's important to prioritize well-being and set boundaries.Engaging in enjoyable activities is a form of self-love.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast03:48 Finding Peace in a Distracted World08:55 Recap of Enneagram Types: Fours, Fives, and Sixes14:38 Understanding and Relating to Enneagram Types16:49 Exploring the Enneagram 7: The Entertaining Optimist24:07 Understanding the Enneagram 8: The Protector Challenger29:24 Exploring the Enneagram 9: The Peaceful Mediator34:14 Self-Care and Self-Love Practices42:19 Conclusion and Future TopicsUntil Next timeAs AlwaysI am Rooting for you💕 MichelleBook referenced in podcastHearing God Speak: A 52-Week Interactive Enneagram Devotional by Eve Annunziato (Author), Jackie Brewster (Author) Combining the Enneagram system with biblical truth, this interactive, yearlong devotional helps you better understand yourself and other people while guiding you toward a deeper relationship with Christ.https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hearing-god-speak-eve-annunziato/1137077563Ways to connect with me Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/coremotivations_coach⁠[email protected] your free Enneagram Assessment⁠ https://assessment.yourenneagramcoach.com/⁠