Enneagram & Coffee

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I lead a guided visualization exercise to help you envision your ideal day six months ahead. Following the meditation, I prompt a journaling activity for you to reflect on the visualization and identify steps to make that ideal day a reality. This episode is designed to inspire and motivate you to take actionable steps towards your future goals....

In this podcast episode, Tara Marino, founder of Elegant Femme, joins Sarajane Case to explore the "fem types" framework and its role in personal empowerment. Tara recounts her journey through grief and how it led to the creation of three fem types: Indy, Frenchie, and New Yorker, which represent different aspects of self-awareness and empowerment. She discusses the suppression of women's natural...

In this podcast episode, I share my detailed personal planning routine, which spans from yearly to daily sessions. I emphasize the importance of reflection, visioning, and aligning my plans with my personal values. I discuss my unique methods, such as "rolling quarters" and birthday reflections, and how I integrate seasonal elements into my quarterly planning. I also touch on my monthly wellness e...

In this "Enneagram and Coffee" podcast episode, I explore habit-building for the new year. I debunk myths, advising you to start small and be kind to yourself. I emphasize setting specific, achievable goals and understanding your personal motivations. I suggest linking new habits to existing ones, committing to a 30 or 90-day challenge, and tracking your progress. I also discuss rewards and learni...

In this podcast episode, I explore the distinction between goals and plans, advocating for a vision-focused approach over setting specific goals. I define goals as broad desired outcomes, while plans are detailed steps to achieve these outcomes. I share my preference for vision, which encompasses the desired feelings and values of one's life, rather than tangible metrics. I encourage you, my liste...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I explore the nuances of New Year's resolutions. I discuss their potential benefits, such as self-reflection and intentional living, but also warn against the pitfalls of diet culture and consumerism. I suggest setting behavior-based goals and being flexible as personal growth occurs. I propose shorter-term resolutions to foster sustainable habi...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I introduce my upcoming coaching program and discuss the myth that if something is right, it should be easy. I share my personal experiences, highlighting that life's challenges often lead to growth and opportunities. I emphasize the importance of choosing difficulties that align with our values and passions. I also recommend the Just Thrive pro...

In today's episode, I want to talk about the importance of imperfect action in marketing. It's easy to get caught up in the pursuit of perfection, but sometimes taking imperfect action is what leads to the most growth and success. I also want to share my journey of self-care and work-life balance. Lately, I've been experimenting with taking breaks during work, and it has made a significant differe...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I discuss the importance of self-care and understanding our natural rhythms. I challenge societal expectations of being a morning person and emphasize that routines and rituals should serve our individual needs and preferences. I also talk about my personal interest in plants and my struggle with finding a suitable watering schedule. The episode...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I discuss the concept of self and the importance of therapy in understanding ourselves. I explore the different elements of self, including the perceived self, the real self, and the ideal self, and how incongruence between these can lead to low self-esteem. I suggest ways to achieve congruence, such as self-reflection and seeking perspectives f...

In this podcast episode, I discuss my recent learnings about the importance of living in the present and not trying to control outcomes. I share my experiences from a recent trip to California for a work retreat, which included deep conversations, energy work, and connecting with other freelancers. I also discuss my self-care challenges and priorities for the week, emphasizing the importance of pr...

In this notes from therapy episode we explore the balance between discipline and freedom. -- Thank you to this week’s podcast sponsors - Just Thrive & Notion To learn more about this groundbreaking company, don’t miss episode 151. Take control todaywith Just Thrive! https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/egram Try Notion AI for free Notion.com/egram Apply to Coach With Me - https://docs.google.com/...

There are so many benefits to pursuing personal projects. They can boost your creativity, improve your emotional well-being, and even develop transferable skills that can be applied to other areas of your life. However, I also want to acknowledge the pressures that society often places on us when it comes to personal projects. It's easy to get caught up in comparison and feeling like we have to me...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I discuss personal liberation through the lens of the Enneagram. I explore how each Enneagram type can shift their mindset and behavioral patterns for personal growth. I want to emphasize that the Enneagram type is not a fixed identity but a coping mechanism that can be changed. This episode is a call to empowerment, reminding you that you are a...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I discuss my upcoming travels and delve into the concept of self-referencing and other-referencing types in the Enneagram. I explain that self-referencing types focus on their own needs and desires, while other-referencing types prioritize the wants and needs of others. I emphasize the importance of understanding these types for better relations...

Lee Fields is an enneagram teacher, practitioner and coach. She works with individuals, couples, groups, and organizations. She’s collaborating on a new creativity workshop and a curriculum for children - of all ages. Connect with Lee Here: www.enneagrammatic.com www.instagram.com/enneagrammatic -- Thank you to this week’s podcast sponsor - Just Thrive To learn more about this groundbreaking compa...

In this episode of "Enneagram and Coffee," I discuss the importance of not taking things personally. I use personal experiences and observations to illustrate how our interactions are often shaped by our own insecurities and past experiences, rather than being personal attacks. I emphasize that understanding these dynamics can lead to self-reflection and growth, and I suggest using the Enneagram a...

In this episode of "Enneagram and Coffee", I explore the concept of "wintering" for each Enneagram type. I use the lines of stress and rest as a framework to discuss how each type can either intentionally support or unintentionally stress themselves during the winter season. -- Thank you to this week’s podcast sponsor - Just Thrive To learn more about this groundbreaking company, don’t miss episod...

Join me for another coffee chat episode where I talk about what I'm learning right now, what's going on behind the scenes and what to expect on the podcast this week! -- Thank you to this week’s podcast sponsor - Just Thrive To learn more about this groundbreaking company, don’t miss episode 151. Take control today with Just Thrive! https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/egram Apply to Coach With M...

Dayo Ajanaku is a lifelong student focused on bringing joy and justice to the world. She is the owner and founder of the Instagram page, @theblackenneagram, where she offers basic enneagram education through black culture and black images. The Black Enneagram combines her love of the enneagram, black culture, entertainment and Christianity with the purpose of increasing self awareness, growth and...

In this episode of "Enneagram and Coffee", I will be sharing my therapy session takeaways. We'll talk about whether moving to Chicago would change my life and how I processed that question this week. -- Thank you to this week’s podcast sponsor - Notion! Try Notion AI for free when you go to Notion.com/egram Apply to Coach With Me - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoIxLhSnCQxq3nHFN8v6KWKn...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I provide advice to a Type 2 listener who is married to a Type 4. My suggestion is to set boundaries, prioritize personal needs, and avoid the urge to 'rescue' the other person in order to maintain a healthy relationship. I also emphasize the importance of self-reliance and resilience and advise against falling into despair or becoming overly de...

In this podcast episode, I will be discussing the concept of "wintering" and how we can positively embrace the winter season. I want to share my plans for the podcast, which include a new year's extravaganza and a roundup of my favorite episodes. I will also be talking about my personal experiences with wintering and why I believe it is important for introspection, growth, and renewal. I want to e...

In this episode of "Enneagram and Coffee", I reflect on my November experiences and share my plans for December. I discuss my creative pursuits, including my last vlogmas, and my spiritual and social wellness. I also talk about my new kitchen setup, my low overhead business, and the challenges of working from home. I touch on my emotional well-being, my intellectual pursuits, and my physical healt...

In this episode of the Enneagram and Coffee podcast, I interview Tina Anderson, CEO of Just Thrive Health. We discuss the importance of gut health, its connection to mental health, and how modern lifestyles contribute to gut inflammation. Tina shares her journey from the pharmaceutical industry to launching a game-changing probiotic. She explains the benefits of specific probiotic strains and enco...