Discover how the Enneagram can support empathy and understanding in team – The wisdom of authenticity and not stereotypes – The power of creating something of value for others together with others This blog post is based on my recent episode of “The Enneagram Insights Podcast,” where I explored the transformative potential of the Enneagram
Russ Hudson has been presenting his new material in Denmark since 2002 I met Russ Hudson back in 2001 when he was teaching together with Don Richard Riso. It was my first meeting with the founders of the Enneagram Institute, and I joined Enneagram Part 1 together with a group of 30 enthusiastic learners,
Why should anyone start an Enneagram business? This blog post is based on the transcription of a recent episode from the Enneagram Insights podcast, which explores the essential factors to consider when building an Enneagram-based business. The episode highlights key concepts such as aligning with the core purpose of the Enneagram, understanding personal pitfalls in
Balancing your own power when empowering others When you have a strong sense of power and stand tall in your energy and vitality, and simultaneously want to encourage that same energy, directness, and responsiveness in others, it can be difficult not to assert that same power over others. When we do that, it
Building integrity and autonomy Setting boundaries and saying “no” especially to friends and loved ones can be difficult as it often connects with our self-narratives and assumptions about the negative consequences if we do it. We might have the deep pain from being left out, not seen, overheard or we have the fear
Asking for help and support without feeling shame Being transparent and asking for help and support can feel shameful and create thoughts and emotions that are strong enough for us not to reach out for help and support. It often connects with our self-narratives and assumptions about what will happen if we do it.
Enneagram Type 8 balances energy and vulnerability and focuses on aliveness. They are driven by pushing boundaries to protect their sensitive core. Enneagram Type 8 in all of us Enneagram Type 8 is the part of our personality about energy, vitality, and aliveness. To deeply sense and express our energy, vitality, and aliveness, we also
Practicing your mind has no purpose or goal When we practice quiet mind, it is a practice that will help us to connect with our quiet mind in times of somatic, emotional and cognitive pressure and imbalance. The practice is to help us regain balance and with our practice, we will have a sense
Profound personal connection creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our originality, authenticity, emotionality, and our deep inner connection with ourselves. Inner work might be the work of connecting with the deeper and true parts of ourselves. But what is it we
Care and attention to other creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our care and loving attention to other’s needs. When we dedicate ourselves to the needs of others, we often build deep personal relationships based on care, empathy, and genuine interest
Correctness and High Standards creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our correctness and high standards. When we dedicate ourselves to the correctness, discipline and pursuing high standards, we often feel great about ourselves as we are doing the right thing, the
Productivity and efficiency creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our adaptability and productivity. When we engage in our adaptability and ability to achieve, build, and create, we often feel a sense of accomplishment. We might even feel that we are productive
Optimism and Playfulness creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our optimism and playfulness. When we engage in our optimism, positivity, playfulness, and hunger for exploration and adventures, we might experience several levels of freedom. I enjoy traveling and engaging in new
Vitality and your Life Force creates Meaning and Purpose We find meaning and purpose in different ways, and one of the ways is our physical power and vitality. When we use our somatic energy, our power, vitality, and inhabited force, we both feel accomplished while also feeling alive. I tend to feel more
In leadership, decision-making is a multifaceted process that requires a well-calibrated balance of intuition and analysis. A leader’s ability to discern which approach to employ in differing situations directly impacts the efficacy of their guidance and possible success. Some leaders tend to rely on rapid, instinctual judgments, and others are more into strategic and well-grounded
Happy New Year It is the first day of the new year, according to the Gregorian calendar, and is celebrated around the globe. But even if you are following another calendar, you probably know your traditions for the celebration of a new year to come. (Let your wishes for the New Year come
Explore the transformative world of Enneagram Triads, a key tool for personal development and achieving profound self-understanding. Uncover the potent dynamics of Enneagram Triads and enrich your journey of personal development by combining the different Triads. Enneagram Triads offer a compass for personal development, leading you toward deeper self-awareness and growth and bringing insight into your role
Are you a realist, or does realism kill the joy? Are there any problems or drawbacks to being realistic? If your personality belongs to the more realistic ones, then the answer would be no, but for someone, being realistic seems more negative than positive. (How can you blind blind Enneagram Type make you
Even though the Enneagram can be much more than merely a tool for Personality Typing, this Typology approach remains one of the most common in the field, at least as an entry point to what can turn into a rich and fulfilling journey of self-awareness and awakening. The first encounter And so, for people encountering
Why not fake it until you make it? Why work hard when you can work smart? Why not fake it until you make it? And why not shape the truth to make others understand you better? (Understand how your blind Enneagram Type cover for a winning mindset) Most athletes know how to
Seeing things from the brigther side can help you with handling sorrow and solving complex problems, but… Being an optimist might help you live longer, stay healthier, and get out of the hospital faster. Being overly optimistic might also shorten your life, be hard on your health, and keep you in the hospital for
We might find a path of development when we understand the difference between true and false emotions. Emotions like sorrow and sadness should not be overcome but transformed, and living with us like emotions like happiness and freedom creates the foundation for a healthy life. (Read more about how your blind Enneagram Type
Disconnecting might give you some time to think, but… Disconnecting from others or the situation can be a way of preserving energy and giving yourself the time to orient yourself. (Your blind Enneagram Type can disconnect you from your smartness) You can also disconnect from yourself, and for a short period of
The power of conscious passivity When we do not take action, we have taken action. It is not possible not to act, but we can choose not to respond in a conscious and self-aware way so our actions do not seem passive-aggressive. When we are passive, we can avoid escalations of conflicts and
Discover the magnetism of the Temple of Karnak, a sublime embodiment of ancient Egyptian spirituality, cosmology, and architectural brilliance. The Enigmatic Temple Complex I have visited the Temple of Karnak twice, even if I feel like I have been there several times over several centuries. It is a place where I feel at home, and
Have you heard about the idea of positive manipulation? Every time we communicate, we are trying to manipulate others. At its core, manipulation is the intention to make other people agree with you and then have people take action in doing or not doing something specific. It is a mechanism that can be
Do you know the difference between “power over” and “empowerment”? Expressing your dominating energy, whether done consciously or subconsciously, is an inherent part of our human nature. It is an emotional structure or pattern that lets other people know your boundaries and is an expression of your autonomy. On the positive side,
The list of tools for leaders is long, and you can attend programs where you will expand your skills in building trust and emotionally safe cultures, avoiding or handling conflicts, communicating and feedback, navigating change and complexity, handling pressure and stress, empowering and building talents and taking care of innovation and entrepreneurship. But where to
Unlock the secret to team performance with our insight on non-linear team development and why individuals and teams collectively develop by jumps. Better Team Performance: Understanding Non-linear Team Development Team growth often adopts a non-linear pattern, marked by unexpected leaps and shifts rather than a predictable, constant incline. When we as leaders understand and benefit
Do you sense the difference between good and bad Judgment? Judging, whether done consciously or subconsciously, is an inherent part of the human experience. It’s a mental tool or structure that has aided our survival for thousands of years. However, like any tool or structure, it can be wielded for both constructive and
Your life is a blend of the events and people you have encountered We are all being shaped by the experiences and people we meet on our path in life. Becoming a father has shaped my life, getting married the first time shaped my life and losing everything did shape my life. So
What did you have to leave behind? When we undergo personal development, we undergo a transformation, where parts of us are changing form, shape, content, meaning, impact, gestalt etc. You will typically transform your identity, mindset, values, assumptions, behaviors, and personal narratives and narratives about others. A transformation is also an action
Walking the path of intuition Normally we relate “intuition” with gut feeling or with a connection with our body or sensations. But intuition is both experienced in your body, emotions and thoughts. Intuition is about contemplation, looking within, observing neutrally, or getting in contact with. Most of us also connect it to an
Co-create the solution and the path to walk Third-generation coaching is the co-creation of a longing to initiate. The co-creation is often between the coach and the focus person, the longing is often like an awakening, urge, or spark and the initiation is often about embarking on a journey of finetuning and the development
Do you uninvited share your experience with others? When I was in my early 20ies, my mentor would like me to understand that there is a difference between a great and a genius idea. He explained that the patent of the fountain pen, where you have a small container of ink in your
What is importance and urgency to you? The Eisenhower Matrix or the Eisenhower Principle is a matrix of four domains, where activities can be Urgent or Not Urgent combined with Important or Not Important. The idea is, that activities can be categorized in Urgent – Important, Urgent – Not Important, Not Urgent – Important
Will you give up Freedom for Selfcare? I don’t know if Kindness, Honesty, Freedom, Wisdom, Generosity and Selfcare are virtues, skills, principles or capacities. But they are essential elements in a human being. If these elements are virtues, they could be considered a state built by hard and dedicated work on oneself.
What is making creating meaning in your life? I guess that my whole adult life has been about finding the formula for building a sense of meaning in life. And I want to share with you the current formula that I am working on. Building a sense of meaning in life seems to
Winning projects and lifegiving passions When you engage in a project, you will normally have a start date, a goal, some resources, a strategy, and a plan. You might also have an end date and a structure to analyze if you are on track toward your goal. The goal is often digital, meaning
When success is a personal matter Success is about succeeding in something, and you can succeed in something planned and longed for, or you can succeed without even knowing it. I travel around the world teaching leadership, teamwork, and personal growth, and mostly I know when I have succeded in my teaching or
