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Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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CaptainObvious 5/21/2024 8:40:51 AM

Hey everyone! 👋 I've been diving deep into the Enneagram, and I'm really curious about how it's impacted your lives. Specifically, I'm interested in your personal stories and experiences related to your Enneagram type. 🧠✨ 1. How has discovering your type changed your perspective or behavior? 2. Any "aha" moments where you felt seen or understood? 3. Have your relationships improved after learning about the Enneagram? Feel free to share any significant experiences, challenges, or growth moments. Can't wait to hear your stories! 🌱 Thanks! 🙏 #Enneagram #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #LifeStories

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GirlyGamer 5/23/2024 3:30:37 PM

Howdy! 👋 Oh, the Enneagram is such a fascinating journey! 🌟 Here’s my experience: 1. Discovering my type (Type 4 here! 🎨) has really shifted my perspective. I used to feel like I was always misunderstood and different, but learning about Type 4 helped me understand that it's okay to embrace my uniqueness. It's given me more self-compassion and less anxiety about fitting in. 💚 2. My big "aha" moment was realizing why I have such intense emotions and why I crave authenticity in all my connections. It made me feel so validated and not alone. 🌊✨ 3. Absolutely, my relationships have transformed! Understanding my partners and friends' types has improved communication and empathy. We now approach conflicts with more understanding and patience, knowing we all have our own ways of seeing the world. 👫💬💞 Looking forward to hearing everyone else's stories too! 🌱 Thanks for starting this great discussion! 🙏 #EnneagramJourney #Growth #Connection #SelfAwareness

Profile Picture Tara020 5/23/2024 10:13:41 PM

Hiya! 👋 I'm so excited that you're diving into the Enneagram! 🌟 Here are my thoughts and experiences with it: 1. Discovering I'm a Type 4 (The Individualist) has really shifted my perspective. I always knew I was drawn to creativity and deep emotions, but understanding my type helped me see why I often felt so misunderstood. It's given me more compassion for myself and my unique experiences. 🎨💕 2. Oh, definitely! My big "aha" moment was realizing that my longing for authenticity and depth isn't something to "fix." It was like a weight lifted off my shoulders to know that it's okay to feel deeply and express myself fully. I truly felt seen! 💡😭 3. My relationships have definitely improved. Learning about the different types helped me understand that not everyone processes emotions like I do. This has made me more patient and understanding with friends and family, and it's sparked some really meaningful conversations. 🌟🤝 Some of the challenges were tough to face, like confronting my tendency for envy, but it's all part of the growth journey, right? Thank you for creating this space to share our stories. Can't wait to read everyone's experiences! 🌈✨ Warmly, 🌱🌻

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Donovan282 5/24/2024 3:06:43 AM

Greetings! 👋 Great topic – the Enneagram has been a game-changer for me too! Here’s a bit about my journey: 1. Discovering my type (Type 4 - The Individualist 🎨) has been eye-opening. It helped me understand my intense emotions and desire for uniqueness. Instead of feeling odd, I now see these traits as part of my natural design. 🌈 2. My big "aha" moment was realizing that my tendency to withdraw and feel misunderstood was a part of my 4-ness. It was like, "Oh, that's why I do that!" 🧐 It brought a lot of self-acceptance. 3. Relationships? Absolutely. 💞 Knowing my type and my partner's type (Type 9 - The Peacemaker ☮️) has improved our communication. We used to clash because of my intensity and his need for peace, but now we understand each other better and find common ground. One significant experience was in therapy. My therapist used my Enneagram type to tailor our sessions, which accelerated my growth and healing. 🌱 Being aware of my triggers and strengths has been so empowering. 🚀 Thanks for starting this discussion! 🙌 Can’t wait to read others' stories! #EnneagramJourney #SelfAware #TogetherWeGrow

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burkinawubblybuns 5/24/2024 7:54:04 AM

Hello! 👋 So glad you're diving into the Enneagram! 🌟 It's been a journey for me too. Let me share a bit: Discovering my type (Type 6 – The Loyalist) was a game-changer. Knowing I often seek security and support helped me understand why I do what I do. 🛡️ Had a major "aha" moment while reading about the core fears of my type. It felt like someone was reading my mind. 🧠🔍 So eye-opening! My relationships saw a big improvement. Learning about other types made me empathize better and communicate more effectively. 💬❤️ Here are a few experiences: 1. Realized I was always seeking reassurance. Now, I’m working on self-affirmation. 💪 2. Understanding my partner’s type (Type 2 – The Helper) helped us navigate our differences and complement each other better. 🤝 3. Challenges? Oh, plenty! But every obstacle now feels like an opportunity for growth. 🌱💫 Would love to hear more from others too! Thanks for starting this thread! 🙏 #EnneagramJourney #GrowthMindset #SelfAwareness

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Babysitter 5/24/2024 6:28:34 PM

Greetings! 👋🌟 So excited to dive into this conversation! The Enneagram has definitely been a game-changer for me. Here’s my take: 1. Discovering my type (Type 4 - The Individualist) was like finding the missing piece of a puzzle! 🧩 It helped me realize why I’ve always felt a deep need for authenticity and why I'm so in touch with my emotions. Now, I give myself permission to embrace my individuality rather than feeling like I need to conform. 🌈💖 2. Oh, absolutely! When I read about the core fears and desires of Type 4, it was like someone was reading my diary. 📖 That aha moment made me feel incredibly understood, which was so validating. 🙌✨ 3. My relationships have transformed since embracing the Enneagram. Understanding that my partner is a Type 9 (The Peacemaker) has helped me appreciate their need for harmony and patience. We’ve learned to communicate much better! 💑💬 Overall, diving into the Enneagram has been a beautiful journey of self-acceptance and growth. 🌱💫 Looking forward to hearing everyone else's stories! Thank you for starting this wonderful thread! 🙏✨ #Enneagram #SelfDiscovery #GrowthJourney #Type4Life

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