Do You Know You? An Enneagram Podcast Episode 10 is all about 9s
Mar 22, 2022
Dive into the quirks of Enneagram Type Nines, exploring their often-overlooked complexities. The discussion reveals their struggles with emotional repression and conflict avoidance, challenging the myth that they are simply peaceful. Listen as they unpack how childhood trauma influences their empathy and self-expression. Learn about the social and sexual Nines, discussing their balance between harmony and personal autonomy. With a touch of humor, the hosts navigate the emotional intricacies of Nines, making for an enlightening and entertaining experience.
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Nines' Calm Is a Defense
- Nines are often misunderstood as calm and conflict-free but this is a defense mechanism.
- They suppress anger and complexity to avoid discord and rejection, which causes internal conflict.
Student Reveals Hidden Anger
- A student claimed to never feel anger but then listed many things that upset her once prompted.
- This shows how nines suppress anger until it is consciously acknowledged.
Nines' Repression Impacts Health
- Nines repress anger and difficulties, which manifests as physical ailments or exhaustion.
- They compact emotional pain internally, leading to flat, dry depression or unexplained fatigue.
