The Art of Growth

Type 2 Panel Live

Dec 1, 2025
Explore the nuances of being an Enneagram Two, from their deep compassion and instinct to serve others to the struggles of self-forgetting. Panel guests share stories of sensing others' pain, balancing personal needs, and the complexity of identity tied to caregiving roles. Discover the challenges of feeling unlovable and the importance of self-care practices. They also discuss the conflict between knowing their needs and feeling undeserving, with insights on vulnerability and the need to rest. A thoughtful dive into empathy and personal growth awaits!
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INSIGHT

Twos' External Antenna

  • Twos scan the environment and anticipate others' needs, often at the expense of their own needs.
  • This outward attention gives connection but can lead to self-abandonment and codependency.
ANECDOTE

Packing Extras For Everyone

  • Panel Guest (Type Two) describes habitually packing extras and intuitively buying things for others on trips.
  • She admits she often forgets her own needs while preparing for others.
ANECDOTE

Hugging A Stranger At The Airport

  • Panel Guest (Type Two) shares hugging a frazzled traveler at an airport and responding emotionally without thinking.
  • She notices her visceral connection lets her name others' feelings but can mask her own unmet needs.
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