RelateBetter presents: The EnneaCast
Ep #98: Moving Beyond Type 1's Patterns w/ David Thomas
Aug 22, 2023
David Thomas, Founder of Raising Boys and Girls and Daystar Counseling, joins the show to discuss how Type 1 individuals can incorporate tools from other types, such as Type 4 and Type 7, to move beyond their core type patterns. The podcast covers topics like dealing with the inner critic, reflecting on student experiences, exploring relationship behaviors, navigating sadness and embracing uncertainty, and the power of grace in Enneagram teachings.
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Quick takeaways
- David Thomas incorporates tools from Type 4 and Type 7 to help Type 1s move beyond their core type patterns
- David Thomas embraces the positive aspects of Type 4, such as empathy and compassionate reframing
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David Thomas's Journey as a Therapist
David Thomas describes his early experiences as a camp counselor, where he found that children often confided in him about challenging family situations. This sparked a desire in him to pursue a career in counseling and create a safe space for others. He also reflects on how his oneness, characterized by a sense of integrity and a desire to do good, fuels his passion for helping others in his counseling ministry.
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