Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast

This episode is full of wisdom about family dynamics, and specifically about in-laws.

What happens when the house goes quiet and the role that defined you for decades suddenly ends? Roe joins us to share how a 27-year homeschooling season gave way to big questions about what to do next.

Ro found her passion in the Enneagram, both with personal discovery and helping others through coaching.  When she discovered she’s a Type Two, her history of overhelping, blurred lines, and “being needed” finally made sense. From there, the smallest shifts—asking “Is this mine to do?” and waiting to be invited—changed the tone of her marriage and reshaped her relationships with her kids and their spouses.

We dig into real family dynamics: an Eight daughter who values autonomy, a house full of Nines who prefer calm, and in-laws who bring new cultures into a fixed family system. Ro unpacks how to navigate traditions, expectations, and control without hardening your heart. 

I loved hearing Ro's stories of how different Enneagram types interacted in her home. She also has done amazing work to have beautiful relationships with her daughter-in-laws and son-in-law. Great episode for gaining wisdom about family dynamics.

Ro coaches midlife women using the Enneagram. Visit Ro's Website Here

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Christa Hardin is the creator of the popular Enneagram and Marriage podcast and Instagram account. She joins me to talk about couple pairings & family dynamics with the Enneagram.

How do the parents' Enneagram types affect the family? What sort of 'family cultures' develop as a result of the Enneagram types in a family? Christa gives examples of various type pairings & family dynamics.

Check out the Glow Guides, Christa Hardin's comprehensive couple guides that help your specific pairing see your light and shadows.

She also wrote the book The Enneagram in Your Marriage.

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Christa Hardin is the host of the popular Enneagram and Marriage Podcast and in addition to podcasting and writing books, she runs the Enneagram and Marriage Instagram and runs her counseling practice, Reflections Counseling Center in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. For fun, she co-creates mystery dinner games with her husband. Most of all, she loves spending time with her family. Christa earned a Master of Arts degree specializing in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College in Illinois and also has a degree in Communications. She is married with three children. Her Enneagram and Marriage website is www.EnneagramandMarriage.com and her team's local coaching website website is www.ReflectionsCC.com

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Timmy Miller guides us to learn about Enneagram Nines!

Type 9 is known as “The Peacekeeper” or “The Accomodater.”  Nines seek peace and harmony within themselves, their environment, and the groups of people around them.

Timmy discusses the Type Nine desire for connection and harmony, as well as their value on hearing other peoples' perspectives.  Nines fear conflict because it may cause disconnection; they prefer to go along with others instead of rocking the boat.

We also learn about the Gut Triad and how Nines have trouble listening to their own gut instincts.

Timmy Miller is an HR Director in Northwest Indiana.

He and his wife Ariel (Type 2) were on Episode #1 of this podcast.

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Enneagram Type Eight Katie Stilson joins me to tell us what it’s like to be an Enneagram 8. 

Intensity! Honesty! Bossiness! Type 8 is called "The Challenger" or "The Boss." Eights are intense, direct, and fast moving. They make decisions and take action quickly. They're motivated by a need to avoid vulnerability and stay in control of their own lives.

Katie tells us about the Enneagram 8 fear of being controlled or betrayed, and she gives an awesome explanation of being in the Gut Triad.

Katie works as a camp director at Springhill Camps in Northern Michigan. You can email her at [email protected].

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Today's episode with Enneagram 7 Emily Edmundson features not one, but TWO stories of cruise vacations!

Type 7 is known as “The Optimist."  Sevens are fast thinkers with positive attitudes. They desire satisfaction and contentment in life; Emily shares how she's always trying to create fun experiences for her people.

We explored the Type 7 fears of being trapped in pain, limited, or bored, as well as what it's like for Emily to be in the head triad.  Enjoy!

Emily Edmundson works as a clinical mental health counselor in Northwest Indiana.

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Christel Bublitz is our guide to Enneagram Sixes.

Type 6 is known as “The Loyalist” or “The Questioner.”  Sixes are prepared, safety-conscious, and supportive. They are often the glue that holds groups together.

Christel explains the Type 6 core desires to be supported, safe, and secure, as well as the fears of being abandoned, alone, and unprepared.

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Today we get to learn from Tammy Leininger all about Enneagram Fives! 

Type 5 is known as “The Observer” or “The Researcher.”  Fives are logical, emotionally detached, and investigative. They love having more and more knowledge about interesting topics.

Tammy walks us through the Type Five core fears of being incompetent and having her energy depleted.  Then the Type Five core desire of being knowledgable, capable, and competent. 

'Having the answers' is important for Fives; Tammy talks about what that's like for her as a mental health counselor.

Tammy loves to guide women in making changes to experience more growth, confidence, and peace as a mental health counselor and coach. 

For more with Tammy, check out episode #15 - the withdrawn stance. Tammy represents Type 5 in a panel of the withdrawn numbers: 4, 5, and 9.

Connect with Tammy on Instagram here.

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This guide is a great quick-reference to help you remember the types.

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My awesome Enneagram Four guest is Michaela Elizabeth! 

Type 4 is known as “The Individualist” or “The Romantic.”  Fours are authentic, emotional, unique, and want to find deep meaning in their lives and in the world.

Michaela tells us about the Type Four core fears of being ordinary, mundane, or insignificant.  I enjoyed what she shared about many Type Fours' love for storytelling - this conversation taught me a lot about Enneagram Four's communication style.

Enneagram Four's core desire is to be special, unique, and to have a significant identity. 

Michaela Elizabeth is a Certified Enneagram Coach, a writer, and the host of Your Story Matters Podcast.

I was a guest on Michaela's podcast - here's a link to that episode. 

Connect with Michaela on Instagram here.

Grab the Enneagram Guide for your type at work for $1!  Enter code 'HIELYSE' at checkout.

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This guide is a great quick-reference to help you remember the types.

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Listen in for a great conversation with Pastor Becky Crain all about Enneagram Threes.

Type 3 is known as “The Performer” or “The Achiever.”  Threes are ambitious, self-assured, and adaptable. They're motivated by a desire to prove their worth through many accomplishments and achievements. 

Becky tells a hilarious story about how she decided to, and then did, win over the dentist.  The story speaks to the 3 core desire to look attractive and competent in any situation.  Becky also tells us about her journey learning to accept vulnerability as a key part of human relationships.

Pastor Becky Crain is a pastor and worship leader at State Street Community Church in Laporte, IN. She participates in theater productions and is currently earning her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

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Enneagram Type Two Erin Parker joins me to tell us what it’s like to be an Enneagram 2!

Type 2 is known as “The Helper” or “The Supporter.”  Twos are considerate, caring, and driven by a desire to help others to ensure that they themselves are loved.

Erin talks about the Type Two core fears of being unloved, rejected, or unworthy of love; the core desires of wanting to help, serve, and be indispensable to others; and the trouble Twos have with admitting their own needs.

Erin Parker is a high school English teacher in Northwest Indiana. She has appeared on Episode #2 (The Enneagram for Friendship), #6 (The Enneagram for Teachers), and #16 (The Compliant/Dependent Stance).

Grab the Enneagram Guide for your type at work for $1!  Enter code 'HIELYSE' at checkout.

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This guide is a great quick-reference to help you remember the types.

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