The Knowledge Project #91 Russ Hudson: The Pursuit of Presence
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Sep 1, 2020 Russ Hudson, an author and co-founder of the Enneagram Institute, dives deep into the nuances of the Enneagram personality system. He explains how understanding our personality types enhances self-awareness and personal growth. The conversation explores the intersections between mindfulness, emotional presence, and the Enneagram's influence on relationships. Hudson discusses the vital role of empathy in authentic connections and sheds light on the interplay between vulnerability and ego, emphasizing the importance of being present in our everyday interactions.
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Enneagram Overview
- The Enneagram is a typology for waking us up, not just nine boxes to categorize people.
- It focuses on nine interconnected personality types, each representing gifts and needs that can become habitual patterns.
Default Behavior, Not Identity
- Your Enneagram type is a default behavior pattern, not your entire identity.
- Self-awareness allows you to overrule this default and choose other responses.
Presence and the Ego
- Presence involves the body, heart, and head centers (instinct, emotion, and mind).
- By being present in these centers, the ego takes its proper place as a servant, not master.
