Raising Boys & Girls

Episode 332: Understanding the Peacemaker and Enneagram 9's with David and Sissy

Dec 9, 2025
Discover the calming presence of Enneagram Nines and why they are magnetic in parenting. Sissy and David explore the strengths of Nines, like empathy and adaptability, while also highlighting challenges such as conflict avoidance and procrastination. Learn practical tips for Nine parents to use their voice, establish boundaries, and nurture their children's independence. They emphasize the importance of emotional safety and offer encouragement for navigating parenting with grace and quiet leadership.
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ANECDOTE

Nine Family Sandwich

  • David is sandwiched between two male nines: his father and his son, and he admires their ease in the world.
  • Observing them taught him how calming and steady nines can be.
INSIGHT

Calm Presence Regulates Others

  • Nines naturally create calm, steady environments that regulate others' emotions.
  • Their capacity to see multiple sides makes them relational anchors in families and groups.
INSIGHT

Peace Can Hide Resentment

  • Nines avoid conflict to preserve peace, often at the cost of hidden resentment.
  • This avoidance can disconnect them from their desires and create internal tension over time.
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