Core Motivations Podcast

Discover practical insights on self-care, personal growth, and overcoming challenges with the Enneagram as your guide. Hosted by Michelle Conley, this episode emphasizes patience, gratitude, and showing up for oneself as essential tools on your journey to self-love and understanding. As always I am Rooting for you! 💕 In this episode: Michelle shares her personal struggles with gratitude and the p...

Welcome Back to Core Motivations Podcast Discover how understanding history and practicing mindful relationship strategies can empower your personal growth and deepen your connections. Join Michelle Connolly, a certified Enneagram and marriage coach, as she explores themes of self-awareness, relationship boundaries, and the significance of celebrating our nation's history. Get connected TODAY...

Navigating Relationships, Self-Awareness, and Fatherhood: Insights from Core Motivations Podcast In this episode, Michelle Connolly explores the complexities of romantic relationships, the significance of self-awareness, and honors fathers, especially around Father's Day. She encourages listeners to ask tough questions early in relationships and shares heartfelt stories about fatherhood, empha...

Discover how understanding your Enneagram type can transform your relationships—romantic, friendships, or family—by exploring compatibility, common challenges, and growth strategies. Hosted by Michelle Connolly, a certified Enneagram and marriage coach, this episode provides practical insights to foster deeper connections. In this episode: The significance of knowing your Enneagram type and core m...

In this episode, Michelle Connolly shares her personal journey with social anxiety, community-building, and overcoming fears related to social situations. She offers practical tools and insights, making this a valuable listen for anyone facing similar challenges. Key Topics: The complexity of social anxiety and its physical and emotional symptoms Michelle’s experiences moving to Arizona and adapti...

Welcome back to Core Motivations Podcast Are you a dog lover or Enneagram enthusiast? Join Michelle Connolly as she creatively explores how various dog breeds mirror human Enneagram types, providing a fun, relatable look at personality traits through our furry friends. This episode is perfect for pet owners, Enneagram fans, and those seeking a playful perspective on self-awareness. Until Next time...

Embracing Transformation and Self-Awareness with Michelle Connolly In this episode, Michelle shares her reflections on the past year and offers practical advice on how to embrace change daily. Discover powerful insights on personal growth, the importance of self-awareness, and how shifting from static to transformative movement can change your life. As Always...I'm Rooting for you 💕 Key Topic...

In this episode, Michelle Connolly marks the one-year anniversary of her podcast, sharing the biggest lessons learned, personal reflections, and best practices tailored for each Enneagram type. Whether you're starting a project or navigating life changes, her insights are practical and inspiring. Key topics Celebrating one year of the Core Motivations podcast and reflecting on growth How shift...

Discover how understanding your core motivations, stress paths, and connection types can unlock personal growth and transformation. Join Michelle Connolly as she explores practical tools like affirmations and reflective questions to help you navigate your unique path toward self-awareness and fulfillment. Key Topics: The importance of affirmations for shifting beliefs and rewiring the brain Deep d...

In this episode of Core Motivations, Michelle Connolly explores the inner workings of Enneagram Types 5 and 6, focusing on their stress responses, growth paths, and the importance of understanding core motivations. Perfect for self-awareness seekers and Enneagram enthusiasts. As Always... I'm Rooting for you💕 Main Content Highlights: Overview of Type 5: the detached investigator, with core fe...

In this episode of Core Motivations, Michelle Connolly, an experienced Enneagram coach, explores the paths of stress and growth for different Enneagram types, focusing on how awareness can lead to transformation. Whether you're new to the Enneagram or seeking deeper insights, this discussion offers practical steps for self-awareness and personal development. Overview of the Enneagram paths: st...

In Todays episode we dive deep into the Enneagram's dynamic movement system—lines and arrows—that illustrate how each type evolves under stress and growth conditions. Michelle Connolly guides us through how understanding these paths can enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal development. Note: This episode emphasizes the importance of using the Enneagram's movement syst...

In this episode, Michelle Connolly shares a heartfelt update about her recent house sale, personal reflections on parenting, and ways to incorporate self-care strategies, including breath-work tailored to different Enneagram types. Discover practical routine ideas and spiritual reflections to foster peace and resilience in everyday life. Main topics: Personal updates: buying and selling a home, em...

Michelle Connolly shares a brief message about taking time for self-care and the importance of filling your own cup before helping others. It's a gentle reminder to prioritize your well-being, especially during busy or challenging times. And as always...I'm rooting for you💕 Connect with Michelle Instagram: coremotivations_coach Email: michelle@coremotivationscoach.com Free Enneagram Asses...

Home Buying Insights and Self-Care with Michelle Connolly, a certified Enneagram and marriage coach, shares personal stories and expert tips to inspire growth both personally and in your living environment. Discover how understanding Enneagram types can influence your home purchase preferences. And finally Explore practical self-care strategies for 2026 Key Topics: The importance of patience and l...

Navigating Real Estate: Lessons from a House Sale Journey & this weeks Hot Topic In this episode, Michelle shares her personal experience of selling and buying a home, highlighting valuable insights about working with realtors, preparing your house for market, and managing expectations throughout the process. Whether you're a first-time seller, buyer, or simply curious about real estate, t...

In this episode of Core Motivations, Michelle Connolly explores how each Enneagram type influences parenting styles, offering valuable insights for self-awareness and better connections with your children. How Enneagram Type 1 parents emphasize discipline, ethics, and perfectionism, and how to reframe the "mistakes are failures" mantra. The compassionate and nurturing approach of Type 2...

Exploring Family Dynamics and Childhood Experiences Discover how our upbringing, parental relationships, and family roles shape who we are today. Join Michelle Connolly as she shares her personal reflections on family, childhood memories, and the impact of parenting styles. In this episode: The influence of family dynamics on adult relationships How individual experiences with parents differ acros...

Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast In this episode host Michelle Connolly delves into the concept of social styles as they relate to the Enneagram. She explores three primary social styles: assertive, dutiful, and withdrawn, detailing how each style influences interactions in personal and professional settings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in understanding how we sho...

Today is a quick highlight of our commitment to delivering well-researched content. This is invite to you our listeners to stay tuned for an upcoming episode that promises to be both enlightening and thought-provoking. This commitment to quality is a core motivation behind the podcast, as it reflects a genuine desire to help listeners navigate their personal journeys with accurate and reliable inf...

In this episode of the Core Motivations podcast, host Michelle Connolly explores the characteristics of Enneagram Type Sevens, focusing on their unique responses to change, their desire for adventure, and how they can be supported through mindfulness and structure. The discussion includes cultural representations of Type Sevens, particularly through the character of Mrs. Doubtfire, and concludes w...

"Mindfulness is one of the key successes to change." Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast In this episode host Michelle Connolly delves into the Enneagram types, particularly focusing on how types five and six navigate change and transitions. She begins by discussing the importance of self-awareness and grace during times of change, emphasizing that understanding one's Enneagram type...

"Shall we play a Game" In this episode, Michelle Connolly explores the impact of AI on daily life, discussing its history, applications, and the mixed feelings it evokes. She highlights AI's role in job displacement, predictive texting mishaps, and its potential to both aid and hinder human interaction. Join us for our first guest as we explore their main Enneagram type with none oth...

Happy New Year from Core Motivations Podcast, Host Michelle Connolly reflects on the past year and looks forward to 2026. She discusses the importance of growth, self-care, and self-love, and how these themes will continue to be explored through the lens of the Enneagram. Michelle invites listeners to engage with the podcast by sharing topics YOU want to hear more about, promising to delve into th...

Welcome back to Core Motivations Podcast In todays episode your host Michelle Connolly reflects on the holiday season, discussing the joy of Christmas and the various ways different Enneagram types celebrate. She shares personal traditions, historical facts about Christmas, and emphasizes the importance of community and connection during this festive time. The episode concludes with warm wishes fo...