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Listen "#29: Vulnerability vs. Armor: Embracing Openness as a Type 8 with John Harper"
Episode Synopsis
John Harper reveals the strengths and challenges of being a Type 8, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's type under stress and the role of vulnerability in personal growth.
In this episode, I sit down with John Harper, a passionate Type 8, to explore the strengths and challenges of this dynamic Enneagram type. John shares his journey of self-discovery through Helen Palmer’s book and Claudio Naranjo’s teachings, offering profound insights into the Type 8’s connection to truth, their relationship to stress, and the transformative power of vulnerability.
We also dive into the Diamond Approach, exploring how open-ended inquiry and body-centered work support deeper personal growth. John highlights how true change arises from relaxation and openness, not forcing or resisting the natural inertia of Enneagram patterns.
Listen in as we discuss:
How he discovered his Enneagram type from the type 8s connection to type 5
Practical advice for type eights on cultivating openness and compassion
The role of curiosity and non-judgment in the personal growth journey
Connect with John:
LinkedIn
Website
Episode links:
6 Insights for Transformational Enneagram Work Video
Be a Guest!
In this episode, I sit down with John Harper, a passionate Type 8, to explore the strengths and challenges of this dynamic Enneagram type. John shares his journey of self-discovery through Helen Palmer’s book and Claudio Naranjo’s teachings, offering profound insights into the Type 8’s connection to truth, their relationship to stress, and the transformative power of vulnerability.
We also dive into the Diamond Approach, exploring how open-ended inquiry and body-centered work support deeper personal growth. John highlights how true change arises from relaxation and openness, not forcing or resisting the natural inertia of Enneagram patterns.
Listen in as we discuss:
How he discovered his Enneagram type from the type 8s connection to type 5
Practical advice for type eights on cultivating openness and compassion
The role of curiosity and non-judgment in the personal growth journey
Connect with John:
Website
Episode links:
6 Insights for Transformational Enneagram Work Video
Be a Guest!
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