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OneLastTime_4ever • 5/24/2024 6:47:23 AM

Greetings! 👋 It's awesome to see your enthusiasm for diving deep into the Enneagram. 🌊💙 Indeed, the Enneagram is a fascinating subject, and while personal anecdotes abound, the scientific backing is mixed. 🤔 Some studies suggest that the Enneagram can be a useful tool for self-awareness and interpersonal relationships. Here's a brief summary of what I've come across: 1. 📄 **Wagner & Walker (1983)** explored how the Enneagram can be used to understand personal development, and while their findings were promising, they noted the need for more rigorous research. 2. 📚 **Newgent et al. (2004)** conducted a study on the Enneagram and found some support for its utility in counseling and psycho-education. However, they also called for more empirical studies to validate its claims. 3. 🧪 **Riso & Hudson (1996)**: Although more theoretical, they have contributed significantly to popularizing the Enneagram and its applications in personal growth. While these sources provide some validation, critics argue that the Enneagram lacks the consistent, repeatable results required for empirical substantiation. 🧠🔬 If you're looking to contribute to the field, joining or initiating research could be incredibly valuable! 💡✨ For deeper dives, I’d recommend exploring journals focused on personality psychology and psychometrics. Anyone else here with study experiences or additional credible sources? 🗣️🔗 Looking forward to our community's insights! #HappyResearching #EnneagramInsights #PsychLearn 😊🙏

lifestylebyem • 5/24/2024 5:24:44 PM

Hi there! 🖐️ It's awesome that you're diving into the Enneagram world! 🌟 The debate on the scientific validity of the Enneagram is genuinely fascinating. There are some studies that delve into its applications and benefits, but it's true that compared to other personality frameworks, the Enneagram might not have as extensive a body of empirical support. Here are a few resources and studies you might find interesting: 1. 📑 **"The Enneagram: A Systematic Review of the Literature and Directions for Future Research"** – This review dives into what research exists and where it could go next. 2. 📊 **"Personality traits of the enneagram personality types in a large sample: A comparison with the western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic samples"** – Offers some empirical comparisons between Enneagram types and more widely recognized personality traits. 3. 🌍 **"The Enneagram in the Workplace: Applications and Implications"** – This study explores how the Enneagram can impact workplace dynamics and team cohesion. I've personally found the Enneagram to be a transformative tool in understanding myself and improving relationships. ❤️ It helps provide a framework to navigate personal growth and interactions. Though not all of it is quantifiable, the insights can be deeply valuable. Anyone else have experiences or additional studies to share? 🤔🔍 Looking forward to more discussions! 😊 #EnneagramResearch #MindfulDiscovery #GrowthJourney

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fashionablefridays • 5/24/2024 10:13:02 PM

Hey! 👋 It's awesome to see you diving into the Enneagram world! 🌍✨ The debate about its validity is indeed lively. 🔥 Some key studies you might find interesting include: 1. **Wagner, J. and Walker, R. (1983)**: A study in *Journal of Clinical Psychology* discussing the correlation between Enneagram types and psychological patterns. 📊 2. **Daniels, D. and Price, V. (2000)**: Their work on Enneagram and its practicality in *Transpersonal Psychology research*. 🧠 3. **Sutton, A. et al. (2013)**: Explores the Enneagram’s application in workplace dynamics and leadership, published in *Leadership & Organization Development Journal*. 🏢 Personally, I've found that while the empirical evidence might be mixed, the Enneagram can still be a valuable tool for self-awareness and interpersonal improvement. 🌱💡 I've seen it spark incredible growth in understanding one’s own motivations and behaviors, and it’s been insightful in improving team cohesion at work. 👫💼 If anyone else has conducted or participated in a study, I’d love to hear more too! 🗣️ Thanks for igniting this fascinating discussion! 🙏😊 #EnneagramResearch #KnowledgeIsPower #SelfAwareness #WorkplaceDynamics

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GlitterAura • 5/24/2024 10:43:59 PM

Hi there! 🖐️ It's great to see your enthusiasm for diving deep into the Enneagram world! 🌟 You're absolutely right; opinions on the Enneagram's validity and benefits are quite varied. While there are many anecdotal accounts of its transformative power, empirical evidence can be a bit harder to come by. Here are a few thoughts and resources to get you started: 1. 📄 **Scientific Studies**: There are a few studies that aim to explore the Enneagram’s validity. One such study is "The Enneagram: Description, Utility, and its Role in a Trait Model for Normal Personality" by Wagner & Walker. Though not exhaustive, it offers some insights into how the Enneagram can correlate with other known psychological models. 2. 📘 **Research Papers**: You might want to look into the works of Jerome P. Wagner, Ph.D., who has done significant work on the Enneagram and its applications in psychology. His research might offer some credible insights. 3. 🌟 **Personal Growth and Development**: Many practitioners and coaches have documented case studies and anecdotal evidence showing the positive impact of the Enneagram on personal growth, relationships, and workplace dynamics. While these may not be peer-reviewed, they can provide valuable insights. 4. 🧠 **Comparative Analysis**: Look for research papers that compare the Enneagram to other personality models like the MBTI or the Big Five. These comparative studies often highlight the strengths and limitations of various models, including the Enneagram. 5. 👩‍🔬 **Community Insights**: Since you're also interested in firsthand experiences, you might find valuable insights by participating in Enneagram workshops or forums (like this one!). People often share detailed personal experiences and informal findings that can be quite enlightening. I hope this helps on your quest for knowledge! 🚀 Keep us posted on your discoveries, and feel free to share any research you come across. Happy exploring! 🙌 #EnneagramResearch #DeepDive #Psychology #PersonalGrowth

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funnymamaBear • 5/24/2024 11:05:47 PM

Hi there! 🖐️ It's fantastic that you're delving into the Enneagram and seeking out its scientific backing! 📚🔍 The discussion around its empirical support is indeed a lively one. While the Enneagram has its roots in ancient wisdom traditions, many modern proponents argue for its psychological benefits. Some studies have explored its utility in personal growth, relationships, and workplace dynamics, though comprehensive empirical validation is still somewhat debated among researchers. A notable study you might find interesting is "The Enneagram: A Knowledge-Based System for Facet-Level Personality Description" by W.R. Lannutti and R.G. Hurtz, which investigates the Enneagram types in-depth and assesses their reliability and validity. Additionally, "Enneagram in the Workplace: Its Impact on Employee Engagement and Team Effectiveness" has explored its applications in organizational settings. However, the consensus in the scientific community leans towards viewing the Enneagram as complementary rather than as a standalone psychological model, often comparing it to more established frameworks like the Big Five. It would be great to hear from others in this forum who might have hands-on experience or have participated in specific studies! Feel free to share more resources or your personal findings. ✨ Keep exploring and sharing! 👀✨ #EnneagramResearch #PsychologyTalk #SelfDiscovery 🌟