The Art of Growth How You Became You
Jul 21, 2025
Explore the three components of identity: core, context, and construct. Delve into how innate traits and environmental influences shape who we are. Learn about the power of the Enneagram and personal choices in redefining identity. Discover how our interpretations and awareness can lead to transformative change. Engage with the balance of nature and nurture, and appreciate the delicate interplay between societal systems and personal agency. Ultimately, identity is a journey of discovery and continuous evolution.
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Core, Context, Construct Framework
- Identity arises from three interacting components: core, context, and construct.
- Understanding all three gives a more complete picture of why you are the way you are.
Your Innate Foundation Matters
- The core includes innate biology, instincts, and predispositions like Enneagram type.
- These elements shape attention, motivation, and default ways of moving through the world.
Environment Shapes Expression
- Context is the environment that shapes how your core is expressed, including culture, family, and resources.
- The same core in different contexts can produce very different outcomes.