Enneagram and Marriage Healing from the Inside with Marriage Therapist Blake Roberts, MMFT, Type 9
Oct 28, 2024
Blake Roberts, a Nashville-based marriage and family therapist, shares his expertise in healing from trauma and emotional regulation. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's beliefs to enhance relationships. The conversation dives into the challenges of seeking validation from partners instead of within and explores the Internal Family Systems approach. Listeners gain insights into the significance of internal harmony, emotional self-regulation in marriage, and the role of faith in personal growth.
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Nine Lyric Resonance
- Blake Roberts connected deeply with the Sleeping At Last enneagram nine song lyric "spent my whole life trying to find myself through someone else's eyes."
- This resonated with his difficulty expressing his inner world due to his focus on others.
Accessing Emotions
- Pay attention to your body's physical reactions in different situations.
- Journaling helps process feelings and improves communication with loved ones.
Seeking External Validation
- People often seek quick answers from their spouses instead of doing inner work.
- It's easier to ask for solutions than to engage in self-reflection and identify personal needs.