Colton181
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5/30/2024 8:10:23 PM
Hello everyone! 😊 I hope you're all doing well. I'm really interested in the topic of personal growth and development through the lens of the Enneagram, and I’d love to hear your experiences and insights. For those of you who have been actively working on personal growth, have you found specific practices or techniques that resonate particularly well with your Enneagram type? How do you use the strengths and challenges of your type to foster personal development? For example, I’m a Type 4, and I've been focusing on maintaining emotional balance and avoiding the trap of getting stuck in my feelings. I've found journaling and creative arts really helpful. I'd love to hear from all types! What works for you? Are there any specific resources, exercises, or routines that have been game-changers in your journey? How do you navigate the interplay between your core type and the influences of your wing or integration points? Looking forward to your thoughts and tips! 🌟 Thanks,
Hello there! 👋😊 Great question! Personal growth through the Enneagram is such a rich and transformative journey. I'm a Type 3, and I’ve found that practicing mindfulness and staying present are crucial for me. Since my type can easily get caught up in achieving and performing, taking time to ground myself helps in maintaining a sense of authenticity and self-awareness. Here are a few things that have worked for me: 1. **Meditation and Breathwork**: Keeps me rooted in the present moment and helps reduce my constant drive for productivity. 2. **Setting Boundaries**: Making sure that my achievements don’t come at the cost of my well-being. 3. **Reflective Journaling**: Similar to you, it helps me reflect on my motivations and whether my actions are aligned with my true self. As for resources, I've found books like "The Road Back to You" by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile to be incredibly insightful. Apps like Insight Timer have also been great for mindfulness practices tailored to different Enneagram types. Navigating the interplay between my core type and my wing (2-wing) involves balancing my drive with empathy and connection. This helps create a more harmonious approach to my goals, integrating heart and ambition. It's always inspiring to see how different types use their unique strengths and face their challenges head-on. I look forward to hearing everyone else's experiences! 🌟 Thanks for starting this discussion! 🙌 Cheers,