Personal Development

Enneagram personality types are part of a model of human personality typing designed to help people understand their own behaviors and motivations. It also helps them understand those of others. It addresses underlying motivations and core fears that drive behaviors. This model consists of nine interconnected personality types, each represented by a number from 1-9. Each type has its own set of core traits, motivations, fears, and desires that determine and influence how a person perceives the world, interacts with others, and develops personal growth. These types are often grouped by three centers of origin: Types 8, 9, and 1: Gut-Centered (Instincts) Types 2, 3, and 4: Heart-Centered (Feelings) Types 5, 6, and 7: Head-Centered (Thinking) What is the history of the Enneagram? The history of this Enneagram concept is quite fascinating and spans several centuries, blending ancient wisdom with modern psychological insights. Early 1900s One of the earliest uses of the Enneagram symbol in the modern world was by the famed Russian mystic George Gurdjieff, who introduced the symbols but did not associate them with personality types. 1960s A Bolivian psycho-spiritual teacher, Oscar Ichazo, primarily developed the contemporary Enneagram of Personality concept. He integrated various spiritual and psychological concepts into the Enneagram system. 1970s A Chilean psychiatrist, Claudio Naranjo, further developed Ichazo’s work, linking the Enneagram to modern psychology and identifying the nine personality types. Popularization 1970-90s The enneagram personality type gained wider recognition through the work of authors and teachers like Helen Palmer, Don Riso, and Russ Hudson, who wrote extensively on the subject and developed various teaching methods. Contemporary Use 2000s Nowadays, the Enneagram is used in various contexts, including personal growth, spirituality, and even business management. It helps individuals understand their core motivations, fears, and behaviors. The Enneagram continues to evolve as more people explore [...]

Chances are that you’ve done this or are doing it right now: scrolling. You’re just checking your feed, right? No big deal. But before long, you begin to feel it. That little ache in your chest, or the pit of your stomach, and the faint whisper in your ear that says that you’re not as attractive or accomplished as those images on the tiny screen. You’re certainly not thin enough after that hearty breakfast. You’re obviously not strong enough because you succumbed to checking out “his” social media again. You must not be attractive enough since all those in your social circle seem to be finding love, and you’re not. Social media often tells you that you’re not enough in some measurable way. Social media is supposed to connect us, hence the inclusion of the word “social” in the name. And sometimes it does exactly what it is supposed to do. It brings joy, celebration, and builds community. But for many, especially women and young people, it also provides a critical mirror that distorts reality. It becomes a filter for lies and a highlight reel that confidently celebrates everyone else’s wins and quietly chips away at your self-esteem. When life is going great, you might enjoy consuming a few images from influencers, fitness gurus, or even peeking into the lives of your most accomplished and polished friends. And there might not be any harm in doing that occasionally. But there are times when social media can become toxic to consume. Somewhere between the endless reels and the perfectly posed selfies, your brain starts comparing. And comparison, as has been said, is the thief of joy, but it is also the thief of identity. You were never meant to find your identity in the confusing halls of the internet or to [...]