Beyond Your Number

Eights and Their Relationship with God: Challenges and Practices for the Challenger


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This week on EnneagramU, Damon and Kelly discuss the relationship between Enneagram Type 8 personalities and their faith. They explore the challenges Eights may face in surrendering control and trusting in a higher power. Kelly shares personal anecdotes from her own faith journey as an Eight, including her initial resistance to religious pressure as a child. The hosts discuss how Eights can find meaningful ways to engage with their faith, such as through service and advocacy for causes they're passionate about. They also touch on the importance of accountability and self-reflection for Eights in their spiritual growth. The episode concludes with insights on how Eights can find rest and avoid burnout in their pursuit of justice and activism.

• They introduce the topic of eights (Enneagram Type 8) and their relationship with God.

• Kelly shares her personal experiences as an eight, including challenges with trusting and surrendering control to God.

• They discuss biblical examples of people who may have exhibited eight-like traits in their interactions with Jesus.

• The hosts outline "downstream" and "upstream" spiritual practices for eights, including serving others and journaling/accountability.

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