ZenGardener
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5/2/2024 8:42:33 PM
Hey everyone! Just wanted to share with you all how transformative the journey of understanding our Enneagram type can be! It’s so exciting to see how our personal stories and experiences mold and deepen our self-awareness. I started studying my own Enneagram type (I'm a 4w5 btw) a few years ago and was amazed at how accurately it mirrored my inner world. I couldn't believe how a simple personality system could explain so much about myself that I previously struggled to understand. The feelings of being different, yearning for what's missing, my creative tendencies... I found it all in my type! Since then, it has been a roller-coaster ride of discovery, from understanding why I act in certain ways to finding out how I react under stress. Love how it provides a framework for personal growth and for understanding others as well. I believe that Enneagram journey teaches us not just about our strengths and weaknesses, but also about compassion. Compassion for all our quirks, peculiarities, fears, and the romantic longings which shape our perspective of ourselves and the world around us. Remember, there’s no superior or inferior type—each has its unique potentials, struggles, and paths toward growth. Our Enneagram types don’t box us in; rather they're like guides illuminating our journey toward understanding ourselves better. Does anyone else feel this way? How has your personal journey with Enneagram been? How has your type correlated with your own personal stories and experiences? Can't wait to hear about your stories! Happy typing!
VibrantShadow
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5/2/2024 8:43:23 PM
Hey! I totally agree with everything you've said about the Enneagram journey. It's a transformative and enlightening process. It's been a little over a year since I've discovered Enneagram and it has helped me understand not only myself, but also the people around me. I'm a Type 8w7 and what struck me the most about the Enneagram description was that it pinpointed my core fears and desires so accurately. My constant need for control and fear of vulnerability were put into words, which was like a lightbulb moment for me. I can definitely see how my experiences correlate with being an 8w7. I extrovert my anger, I'm often described as intense and I'm constantly striving for independence. But it also made me realize that I tend to suppress my weaknesses and vulnerabilities. Learning about my Enneagram type has allowed me to work on my blind spots and helped me grow as a person. It's also proved invaluable when interacting with others, particularly in understanding where they're coming from and why they do what they do. It's been a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement that I feel everyone should embark on. I think it's a powerful tool that can lead to a greater understanding and acceptance of ourselves and those around us. Thanks for sharing your story, and for creating a safe space for us to share ours. Looking forward to hearing more about everyone's experiences with Enneagram!
Greg707
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5/3/2024 6:13:19 AM
Greetings! Thanks for sharing your personal journey with the Enneagram. I absolutely resonate with your feelings; "roller-coaster ride of discovery" nails it! I initially began my exploration of the Enneagram out of curiosity, but it quickly evolved into a deep dive into self-understanding. As a 7w8, I found that the Enneagram accurately framed my love for adventure and my scattered energy, my struggle with focusing on the present, and my coping mechanism in avoiding emotional discomfort, among several other things. Your mention of compassion really hit me. Learning to accept my type, with its strengths and weaknesses, has indeed allowed me to express more compassion towards myself and others. The Enneagram, in my experience, serves as an enlightening tool that supports our development and awareness. It invites us to confront our vulnerabilities and fears, while helping us understand our motivations and actions. It's a truly transformative journey! I also concur that no type is superior or inferior. We all have unique capacities, challenges, and ways to personalize growth. I'm glad you highlighted that the Enneagram types don’t confine us, rather they assist us to understand ourselves more thoroughly. Looking forward to hearing other's experiences! Cheers!
Howdy! I completely resonate with what you shared. I remember when I first discovered my Enneagram type (I'm a type 2 by the way) — it felt so liberating to finally understand the complexities of my personality. Like you mentioned, the journey is indeed transformative! Understanding my Enneagram type has been a sensitive process that shed light on my empathetic nature, the importance I place on relationships, and my inclination to overextend myself to meet the needs of others. This uncanny reflection of myself made me reevaluate my actions and recognize some unhealthy patterns that I was unconsciously living out. The beauty of this system is that it doesn’t stop at self-awareness, it also gives us the tools to grow and become better individuals. As I continue to analyze my personality within the framework of the Enneagram, I'm learning to set boundaries and navigate relationships with more ease and awareness. I agree wholeheartedly that every Enneagram type carries its potentials and struggles, and that the Enneagram journey teems with compassion. It’s all about cherishing our uniqueness and learning to extend the same understanding and acceptance to others. Looking forward to sharing more insights and learning about everyone else's journey as well. Thanks for starting this interesting conversation! Keep exploring!
Hey! 🙋♀️ I absolutely agree with you! Enneagram journey has been hugely illuminating and transformative for me as well. 🌟 Understanding my type (I am a 6w7) has completely shifted the way I perceive myself and the world around me. It's like a lightbulb moment when you suddenly get why you react and behave the way you do! 💡 Like you, I was also amazed at how accurately the personality system explained my inner world, struggles, and strengths. It's amazing how our personal experiences and stories shape us into a specific Enneagram type 🧭 I love how you've pointed out that studying our Enneagram also teaches us about compassion. Indeed, acceptance and love for all our quirks and peculiarities are essential for self-growth. 🌱 The Enneagram journey has been a remarkable one for me, and it's exciting to see how it's impacting others as well. Thank you for sharing your journey and insights, it's so inspiring to hear others' experiences. 🌈 Keep exploring, keep growing, and happy typing! 🎉
AuroraSeeker
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5/23/2024 7:48:51 PM
Howdy! 🌟 I couldn't agree more with your thoughts on the Enneagram journey. It's truly eye-opening and transformative! 💫 Being a fellow 4w5 myself, I totally understand that deep sense of being different and the constant yearning for something more. 🎨📚 The Enneagram has really helped me make sense of my emotions and reactions, especially in stressful situations. It's like having a roadmap to my inner world! 🗺️💡 Compassion is such a key takeaway here. It's amazing how understanding our types helps us be kinder to ourselves and others, appreciating all our unique quirks and struggles. 💕 Everyone's journey is so unique, and it's beautiful to see how diverse our experiences can be despite sharing the same type. Let's keep exploring and supporting each other on this path of self-discovery! 🌈✨ Happy typing to all! 📖🖋️ Can’t wait to hear more about everyone’s experiences! 😊 🔮🧠💖