Typology

This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Sissy Goff, an accomplished counselor and leading voice in parenting and child psychology. As an Enneagram 1, Sissy has served as the director of counseling at Daystar Ministries since 1993, where she has impacted countless families over decades of devoted work. She returns to discuss the connection between parental anxiety and anger and how they impact our children.

We also explore:

• Her experience as an Enneagram 1 and how it's helped shape her role as a guide and mentor in teaching parents how best to bond and communicate with their children.
• The difference between worry and anxiety and what you can do to become a better parent for your children.

You won't want to miss Sissy Goff's thoughtful guidance and timeless advice. This discussion promises to be an essential listen for every parent.

With the Enneagram, what we do is not as important as why we do the things we do. This also applies to confidence. Behavioral economics pioneer, internationally sought-after consultant, and professor of confidence-driven decision-making Peter Atwater explains, "The 'why' to me is all related to our feelings of certainty and control because when I boil down what confidence is it's knowing what's coming and feeling like we are prepared for it."

Today, we explore what confidence is and how to cultivate confidence….We dig into Peter's new book and go over his confidence quadrant framework, which includes the stress center, comfort zone, passenger seat, and the launchpad. It's a tool you can use to not only understand yourself better but to understand those around you better. This is a rich conversation and you're going to want to grab this book, The Confidence Map: Charting a Path from Chaos to Clarity.

To learn more about Peter Atwater, visit his website, check out his TED Talks and pick up a copy of The Confidence Map.

Today on Typology we welcome a dynamic couple to the show: accomplished actor and screenwriter John Schaech, known for his roles in "That Thing You Do" and the upcoming series "Blue Ridge," and his wife, Julie Solomon, a top branding coach, best-selling author, and podcast host. Together, they share their insights into how the Enneagram has shaped their personal and professional lives.

In this episode, we explore:

• How John and Julie navigate their relationship dynamics as an Enneagram Four with a Five Wing and a Three with a Two Wing.

• The impact of past-oriented and future-oriented perspectives in their marriage.

• John's courageous story of addiction and recovery, and how it has transformed his life and career.

• Julie's experience with Al-Anon and her path to self-discovery and healing.

This episode is a testament to the power of self-reflection, the courage to redefine personal beliefs, and the strength found in sobriety. It's a story of hope, growth, and the beauty of self-acceptance.

📚 Get Julie Solomon's book "Get What You Want: How to Go from Unseen to Unstoppable" wherever books are sold.

🎬 Stay tuned for John Sheck's new series "Blue Ridge" coming in 2024.

🎧 Listen to Julie's podcast "The Influencer Podcast" for more insights on personal branding and marketing.

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How do you discern what God is saying? The Enneagram teaches us that we're not all the same person. It allows us to be unique and have unique experiences. So, what if the key to hearing Him is understanding the distinct way he speaks to you?

Today's guest, pastor and author Havilah Cunnington reminds us we can't assume that God speaks to us all in the same way. "I think that's really important in life, to be different, to have a uniqueness, to understand that God doesn't interact with all of His kids the same way. Just like I have four boys. I don't interact with [them] in the same way," explains Havilah. "Understanding how He speaks to you gives us a starting point. It allows us to at least recognize where we might be so we can actually go deeper and build a better relationship and interaction with Him."

In this episode, we dive into her intriguing insights from her latest book, discussing the nuances of discerning divine guidance and how to harness one's unique spiritual personality for a deeper, more meaningful relationship with God.

We also explore how Havilah's Enneagram type energizes her approach to spiritual leadership and her passion for helping others recognize and listen to God's voice in their lives.

If you've ever felt lost because you never felt that you could hear the voice of God in your life, this episode could help you discover His unique way of communicating with you.

ABOUT HAVILAH CUNNINGTON

Havilah Cunnington has had a remarkable journey of over twenty years in full-time ministry and as the female pastor at Bethel Church, her experience spans from guiding spiritual growth in individuals to leading a nonprofit, and her podcast, Truth to Table. She's the author of the book, "Created to Hear God: 4 Unique and Proven Ways to Confidently Discern His Voice."

Website: https://havilahcunnington.com

What does it mean to be a man? It can be an incendiary question in some circles. But Brian Tome brings his Enneagram Eight energy to the topic as we explore his new book, The Five Marks of a Man: finding your path to courageous manhood,

"I didn't have that definitive moment where I crossed from boyhood to manhood because no one ever declared me a man. No one ever told me that," explains Brian. "It's not an age thing. It's not what kind of truck or Prius you drive. It's an attitude and a certain approach to life."

We explore his willingness to embrace vulnerability and live purposefully as part of this approach. It's a passionate conversation that sparks the question, "How would you characterize your understanding of manhood?"

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About Brian Tome

Brian Tome has been leading men for over two decades. Whether it's on an adventure motorcycle over the Rockies or in a boardroom, he knows the power of challenge, brotherhood, and no-nonsense leadership. Brian is a builder who founded and leads Crossroads Church, one of the largest churches in America with locations in multiple states and a national digital footprint. He's also written five books; hosts The Aggressive Life podcast; and started Man Camp, a primitive weekend camping experience that's driven 20,000 men to reclaim the code of manhood. Brian spends his free time hunting, camping, or rehabbing a 1978 Jeep CJ-7. He lives with his wife, Libby, in Cincinnati.

www.briantome.com

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In today's episode, distinguished guest Dr. Chip Dodd, a beacon of guidance and hope, joins me for a beautiful conversation about the power of feelings and relationships. We explore his groundbreaking Spiritual Root System (SRS), a simple yet powerful framework for understanding your emotional and spiritual nature and integrating it into your desired life.

With his profound understanding of addiction, stress illnesses, and burnout, he shares insights that guide people toward healing.

We also differentiate between the traits of Type 2 and Type 8 and how that shared line fuels his passion and dedication to helping others find their true path.

To learn more about Chip Dodd visit his website at www.chipdodd.com and grab a copy of his book, "The Voice of the Heart: A Call to Full Living."

Curiosity is something we're all born with…it's a desire to know, a search for understanding. In today's episode, Enneagram 7, Scott Shigeoka shares how his innately inquisitive nature allows him to foster deeper connections and explains how others can and should do the same.

"We often think about [curiosity] as an intellectual tool to extract information, but actually you can move from the mind into the heart and it can become a heart-center tool that you use to better understand people, to understand yourself, to understand the divine…it's a force for connection," explains Scott.

We dig into his new book, "Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life & Change the World," and differentiate between shallow curiosity and deep curiosity…and why we need both.

Scott Shigeoka is an internationally recognized curiosity expert, speaker, and author. He is known for translating research into strategies that promote positive well-being and connected relationships around the globe, including at the UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and through his popular courses at the University of Texas at Austin. Scott implements his curiosity practices in the public sector, Fortune 500 companies, Hollywood, media organizations, education institutions, and small businesses.

To learn more about Scott, visit his website at www.scottshigeoka.com and follow him on Instagram at @scottshigeoka. You can also grab a copy of his new book "SEEK" here.

Each of us manage stress differently, but understanding our pressure points and automatic reactions allows us to consciously change the way we respond. When we understand the triggers of others, we can compassionately support them as well. In Part 3 of our 3-part series, Anthony and I focus on the unique ways Enneagram 7s, 8s, and 9s experience and manage stress. We explore:

• How Type 7s cope with the frustration of restrictions and the struggle to stay engaged when their freedom to choose feels limited.
• The journey of Type 8s in embracing vulnerability as a strength, learning that sharing emotions is not a sign of weakness but a brave act of courage.
• Ways Type 9s can rise above their natural inclination towards passivity by finding a voice for their needs and desires, ensuring self-care is as much a priority as caring for others.

We offer practical tips to mitigate self-defeating behaviors and remain emotionally balanced when life's circumstances get tense. Listen to the full episode here, and please, share it with anyone who might be grappling with stress or burnout—it might be just what they need. You can also download our Ways to Mitigate Stress Based on Your Personality PDF for a quick-look at tips for each type.

How do you manage the weight of what's going on in the world these days? Each of us handle stress differently, but when we take the time to recognize our triggers and automatic reactions, we're able to stop, pivot and intentionally change our response.

In Part 2 of our 3-part series, Anthony and I focus on the unique ways Enneagram 4s, 5s, and 6s experience and manage stress. We explore how:

• Type 4s can channel their profound empathy to forge deep connections and resilience in the face of adversity.

• The analytical brilliance of Type 5s can overshadow their emotional expression, particularly under stress.

• Type 6s sometimes seek security in facts and forecasts, overlooking the serenity that comes from within.

We offer practical tips to mitigate self-defeating behaviors and remain emotionally balanced when life's circumstances are tense.

Listen to the full episode, then please share it with anyone who might be grappling with stress or burnout—it might be just what they need. P.S. You can also download our Ways to Mitigate Stress Based on Your Personality PDF for a quick-look at tips for each type.

There's a lot going on in the world right now and we're all feeling different types of pressures. Each of us handle stress in different ways, and if we're not careful, we can let our unhealthy behaviors take the lead. So, how do we work through seasons of stress to become the best, most helpful, most loving and compassionate expression of ourselves. I believe the Enneagram can help.

It's not a cure-all, but the Enneagram recognizes and takes into account the fluid nature of the personality, which is constantly adapting as circumstances change. There are times when your personality is in a healthy space, times when it's in an average space, and times when it's downright nuts. We all teeter on the continuum between healthy and unhealthy multiple times per day.

But when we take the time to recognize our triggers and automatic reactions, we're able to stop, pivot and intentionally change our response.

In this 3-part series, Anthony and I cover how each Enneagram Type typically deals with stress and offer practical tips to mitigate self-defeating behaviors and remain emotionally balanced. Today, we tackle Enneagram types One, Two, and Three.