Beyond Your Number

My associate, Kelly, and I take a humorous dive into the world of Enneagram, focusing specifically on type five. We discuss everything from my comical attempts to "become" a five to the more serious aspects of this personality type. Follow us on Apple Podcasts and leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enneagramu/id1691530997 Follow us on Spotify and leave a review: https:...

Ever wondered what it's like to be an Enneagram four, the Individualist, the creator with a heart full of passion? We'll take you on an immersive exploration of the world of fours, their spontaneity, creativity, and the unique emotional challenges they face.  In the second half, we'll discuss the uniqueness of fours. We dive into the depths of their creative expression and how they...

What if you could tap into the secrets of the Enneagram Three personality type? How would you like to understand the dynamics of these achievers who bring great motivation and effectiveness to our world? In today's episode, we offer an enlightening exploration of the Enneagram Three, sharing insights into their relentless drive for success, and their tenacity in achieving results. However, th...

We share our own experiences with the Enneagram test and how it led us to explore the natural alignment between certain Enneagram numbers and different occupations. This discussion also highlights how some of us have to adapt to environments that do not completely resonate with our natural numbers. Also, get ready to learn about the 'Two' type individuals - the helpers. Often caught in a...

Damon and Kelly welcome a guest host!...or do they? Today we finally get to the numbers starting at the top with The One. This episode promises a profound understanding of the One personality type.  Ones are people who bring immense value. We also consider suitable career paths and ways to bolster their success.  Also, did you know animals are associated with different Enneagram personalities?  Fi...

What actually drives each Enneagram type? It's not the behavior. It's the motivation underneath. Damon and Kelly walk through all 9 Enneagram types and the core motivation behind each one. This is the layer that sets the Enneagram apart from other personality tests. Most assessments tell you what you do. The Enneagram tells you why. Type 1, the good person, motivated by the desire to be...

Ever wondered how your emotions shape your decisions? Well, we'll delve into the heart triad (two, three and four) to uncover the secrets. Discover how these emotions steer their decision-making and the dominant emotion of shame that influences them. We'll also discuss the unique focus of each type, from helping others to reducing shame and celebrating uniqueness. Don't miss this so...

Imagine uncovering the hidden patterns of your false self and transforming into your authentic self - that's the promise of the Enneagram. Now, what if we told you there's a heated debate swirling around this ancient tool, with some praising its transformative power and others labeling it as evil? Intrigued? You will be, as we, Damon and Kelly, navigate through the turbulent waters of th...

Recently, I found myself in a painful situation - breaking a finger. This unexpected event led Kelly and me to a deeper exploration of human emotions and the impact of self-care on our overall well-being. During this episode, we reflect on the fact that an average person experiences around 400 feelings a day, and how identifying and naming feelings  improves our emotional health. As we dive into t...

We all have blind spots. The Johari Window is a tool for finding them. Damon and Kelly walk through the Johari Window, a four-quadrant framework from psychology that maps what you know about yourself, what others know, what's hidden, and what's still unknown. Then they connect it to the Enneagram, exploring how each type can use this tool for self-awareness and healthier relationships. A...

What is the Enneagram, and how do you find your number? In this introductory episode, Damon and Kelly walk through what the Enneagram is, how it differs from other personality assessments, and why it's a tool for self-knowledge rather than a label. Damon shares his journey from skeptic to student, including the moment he found his number while driving and almost ran off the road. Kelly shares...