Enneagram in Real Life

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Dani Cooper, a Certified Enneagram Teacher, Coach, and totally-biased cheerleader for individuals, couples, and teams who want to find out who they really are and grow beyond the armor of their Enneagram types.  She is the author of the book, The Enneagram for Christian Couples , which came out in 2022. Her life's work is learning how to l...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Tyler Zach, author and certified Enneagram coach with 18 years of experience coaching students, adults, couples, and business teams. He has grown a vibrant community of over 47K Enneagram enthusiasts on his Instagram account @GospelForEnneagram. He is writing a faith-based 40-day devotional for every Enneagram type which you can grab on Amazon....

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, Harvard physician, nationally recognized stress expert, and author. She is also an in-demand multi-media personality, high profile medical correspondent, internationally renowned Fortune50 speaker, and podcaster. Uniquely fulfilling her original career ambition to be a journalist, Dr. Nerurkar has been featured in The Wall S...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Dr. Meg Arroll (PhD, CPsychol, CSci, AFBPsS, FHEA, MISCPAccred) , a chartered psychologist, scientist and author with a specialist focus on behavioural psychology related to health and wellness, invisible/misunderstood illness and everyday trauma. Dr Meg has published widely in peer-reviewed journals including British Medical Journal (Open) and...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Naomi Hattaway. Naomi is the CEO of 8th & Home, a consulting practice that combines affordable housing and homelessness prevention work, with the power of Leaving Well, a practice for individuals, organizations, and boards in periods of transition.  Her practice of leadership and implementation of the Leaving Well concept combines strategic...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Kristi Rowles, a mental health therapist turned Enneagram Coach. She launched Enneagram University in 2020 where she trains Enneagram-loving humans to be the most competent and confident coaches on the market. Kristi is known for teaching the Enneagram in a way that is accessible, practical, fun, and compassion-driven. She and her partner, Nick...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Jacqui Acree. As a certified Advanced EFT (Tapping) Practitioner, Jacqui Acree works with overstimulated, high achieving women to turn down the dial on your stress response so you can actually enjoy the good already in your life...and maybe even let more in. Join Happyish Holidays! This is an affiliate link, so I earn a small commission if you...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Christa Hardin, MA, a relationship expert, author, as well as host of the popular Enneagram & Marriage Podcast. Christa has been working with and researching marriage for two decades, providing hope for couples who are struggling to find their light, love, and mission together in any season of relationship. Her most recent title, "The...

A while back, I shared an email about the top 5 things I learned while writing my last book (release date TBA!). Many of you asked for more writing tips for each Enneagram type. On this week’s episode, we’re tackling that topic!  Writing can be hard. Here are a few tips for each Enneagram type to write (and finish) your next blog post, article, book, etc. Plus, I’ve tagged on some of my favorite a...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Mary Adkins, a writing coach and founder of The Book Incubator, a 12-month program to write, revise, and pitch your novel or memoir. She is author of the novels When You Read This (Indie Next Pick, “Best Book of 2019” by Good Housekeeping and Real Simple), Privilege (Today.com “Best Summer Read,” New York Post “Best Book of the Week”), and Palm...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Marta Gillilan. Marta has taught in public and private schools both in the US and in Europe. Marta has a Master’s degree in Global Leadership from Fuller Seminary. She has over 25 years of experience in teaching, leadership teams, small group dynamics as well as individual coaching. Marta has extensive practical experience interweaving the comp...

The #1 Thing New Enneagram Learners Miss YOUTUBE LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4H1GSIOb3Q&t=125s The Enneagram might seem simple at first glance: you take a quick quiz, it spits out a number, and now you know your type. That’s it, right? Well, not quite! The truth is, there’s a lot more to the Enneagram, especially if you want to use it for growth and inner work. In this video, you’ll...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Elle Pugh, registered Nurse and Certified Enneagram Professional Coach, who is passionate about joining others on their journey to self-discovery, healing and liberation. Upon reaching burnout while working as a bedside nurse eight years ago, Elle transitioned to the startup space, leading a team of 30 medical professionals. It was during that...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Amanda Steed. Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving Texas, Colorado, and Washington through her private practice - Unfolding Collective - Therapy & Consulting. With a mission to facilitate healing and wholeness, Amanda believes in the power of establishing trusting relationships as the cornerstone of therapy. Her therap...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, Steph is breaking down the relationship dealbreakers of each Enneagram type. In the spirit of Parks and Rec’s Tom Haverford’s “Oh No No” list, join us as Steph shares responses collected from hundreds of individuals on Instagram!  Do you have an “Oh No No” that we didn’t mention? Send us a DM on IG and let us know! Subscribe to catch this episode on YouTube...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Dr. Jerome Lubbe. Dr. Jerome is referred to as the “Patient Doctor” because it was his own quest for neurological well-being that led him to specialize in complex, unresolved neurological cases. His practice explores how functional neurology, neuroplasticity, and tools like the Enneagram can improve holistic well-being. Dr. Jerome created and r...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Lauren Cañafranca, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada, speaker, and Joyful Money Coach. She specializes in serving those who have variable income and anyone who is looking to develop a stronger relationship with their money. Lauren is an enneagram eight, a rugby coach, and a mother to three. Grab Lauren’s E-Book: 7 Steps to a Joyful Relatio...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Chad Prevost. Chad Prevost (PhD, MA, MDiv) is a certified Enneagram coach, executive coach, and business consultant. He co-founded Big Self School in 2020. He specializes in using the Enneagram and other important tools for taking big leaps in burnout and stress. Grab Chad’s Book: Shock Point: The Enneagram in Burnout and Stress 🔗 Connect with...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we are answering some questions that we received on IG! And the questions we pulled are all about…relationships!  Q&A ⬇️ “Are certain Enneagram types more compatible than others?” “Can you give some insight into a Type 5 & Type 6 relationship?” “What does intrusion mean for a Type 5, and what does this look like? “What is each Type’s attention of Fo...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Kate Hallock, a writer who loves taking non-fiction topics and turning them into engaging fiction. Her Debut novel, Nine Ways to Die: An Enneagram Murder Mystery, takes the concepts of the Enneagram, and displays them in the fun puzzle of a murder mystery. Kate lives in Peachtree City, Georgia where she drives a golf cart everywhere usually wit...

We’re back with more words of wisdom from past podcast guests. One of my favorite things about this podcast is hearing about the growth path of each Enneagram type, how they’ve stepped out of some personality patterns, and how they find confidence, peace, and courage along the way. This episode features types 5, 6, & 7 (the head types!).  The Passions & Virtues of the Enneagram Free Downlo...

On today’s episode, we’re hearing words of wisdom from past podcast guests. One of my favorite things about this podcast is hearing about the growth path of each Enneagram type, how they’ve stepped out of some personality patterns, and how they find humor, joy, and self-compassion along the way. This episode features types 2, 3, & 4 (the heart types!).  Clip #1 Redefining Health as an Enneagra...

On today’s episode, we’re hearing words of wisdom from past podcast guests. One of my favorite things about this podcast is hearing about the growth path of each Enneagram type, how they’ve stepped out of some personality patterns, and how they find humor, freedom, and lightness along the way. This episode features types 8, 9, and 1 (the body types!).  Clip #1 Joy, Liberation, and Antiracist Ennea...

In this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, Steph and Heidi discuss a recent series from Instagram: What would you tell your younger self?  We love this question because it always helps connect with more kindness and compassion for our younger selves. We often find words of wisdom for our younger selves that we still need – it’s always a good reminder to follow our own advice, too! These responses we...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Taylor Elyse Morrison. She is a founder, facilitator, coach, and serial entrepreneur making well-being and personal development more accessible. Through her company Inner Workout and her book of the same name, Taylor supports people’s journey to know, care for, and become their full selves.  In this episode, we talk about Taylor’s experience wi...