Typology Joy, Suffering, and the Spirit Who Holds It All – with Margaret Feinberg (Enneagram 7w8)
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Jun 19, 2025 In this vibrant discussion, guest Margaret Feinberg, an author and Enneagram 7w8, shares insights from her latest book, 'The God You Need to Know.' She talks about redefining joy amidst her cancer journey and the deep connection between joy and suffering. Margaret explores the Holy Spirit’s transformative presence in both high and low moments, and reflects on her experiences with ADHD and relationships, particularly with her Type 5 partner. Dive into a conversation that celebrates personal growth while navigating life’s complexities.
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Margaret's Alaska Winter Struggle
- Margaret shared how living in Alaska's extreme daylight and darkness cycles exhausted her and challenged her joy-seeking nature.
- She used antidepressants and tried various coping strategies but found winters emotionally difficult.
Positivity as Defensive Armor
- Positivity can act as a defense for Enneagram 7s, masking unprocessed pain and delaying real healing.
- Margaret realized true healing required facing suffering, not just reframing it.
Joy Embraces Suffering
- Facing suffering transforms a Seven's pursuit of happiness into a mature, deeper joy that includes pain.
- Joy accommodates suffering, while happiness denies it, marking true spiritual growth.
