

The Enneagram Journey
Suzanne Stabile
Using the wisdom of the Enneagram, and ongoing discussion and conversation, we will grow compassion for ourselves and others, as well as a better understanding for why we do what we do!
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Jan 21, 2025 • 1h 29min
Laura Murray (4) - Home, Hospitality, Spiritual Practice
Happy 2025 to everyone on their Enneagram Journey! And even to those who haven't started yet. The first episode of the year is fantastic and features pastor, spiritual director, and author Laura Murray, Enneagram 4.
Laura is married to an Enneagram 5
The difference between Home and where you belong
Some surprising Enneagram Wing discussion with Suzanne
Spiritual Practices
Parenting and more
Below you will find the practice of Examen that Laura shared with us. You can also find a link for it in PDF format at theenneagramjourney.com in her episode. You can find out more about Laura and all the great things she is doing at laurabmurray.com.
In the introduction of this episode, you heard a lot of plugs!
TheoEd Nashville - Sunday, February 23 - theoed.com/nashville
A Contemplative, Healing, Enneagram - February 28, March 1 in Nashville - lifeinthetrinityministry.com/nashville
EnneaSummit 2025 featuring Suzanne and the Reverend - February 4-7 Online - CLICK HERE for information and registration
Relationships and the Enneagram - March 7-8, Charleston, South Carolina - lifeinthetrinityministry.com/charleston
Examen: A Spiritual Practice
The spiritual practice of examen is one of invitation. You are opening yourself up to both yourself and God. There is not a grade in examen, nor is there a grade in any other spiritual practice. Various questions can be helpful in the examen practice. Below is one way of practicing examen.
The hopes are awareness and attending
The practice requires permission and welcome
• The practice begins with permission. In examen, you give God permission to show you parts of yourself that are hidden or harder to see. You also welcome and allow parts of yourself to be seen by God and yourself.
• This is done by reflecting on and responding to a series of questions. As you do this awareness of those parts of you starts to emerge.
• Then, you permit God again to attend to what came up. Your work here is to
welcome what you can and allow God to attend to you.
• Repeat daily for 7-10 days, giving yourself time to notice and explore what you see.
Examen Questions:
What do I find myself grateful for today?
What am I grieving today?
Where do I sense God’s nearness to my grief?
Where do I sense God’s distance from my grief?
How has God been generous with me lately?
How is God calling me to be generous today?
Prayer:
After responding to these questions, allow God to attend to you through your
responses and what is coming up in you. Tell God thank you after a few minutes or however long you need.
visit laurabmurray.com to learn more!
TODAY's INTRO
Baby Come Back, Player (RSO, 1977)
John Wick (Summit Entertainment, 2014)
Without Me, Eminem (Shady-Aftermath, 2002)
Home, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros (Rough Trade, 2010)
The Sandlot (20th Century Fox, 1993)

Nov 1, 2024 • 1h 10min
Jonathan Merritt (3) - Navigating Relationships, My Guncle and Me
Your Enneagram Godmother and an Enneagram Guncle got together for this INCREDIBLE conversation!
If you don't know Jonathan yet, Enneagram 3, this is a wonderful introduction.
"...othering the other that othered them."
It'll make more sense after you hear him talk about it!
Jonathan is a writer on faith and culture, the author of Learning To Speak God From Scratch, Jesus is Better Than You Imagined, My Guncle and Me and a few other great reads. You can find him on Instagram @jonathan_merritt and online at jonathanmerritt.com
PLUG TIME!
OOOOOHHHHHH, don't let this event sell out without you being a part of it:
A Contemplative, Healing, Enneagram with Rev. Joseph and Suzanne Stabile, and Hunter Mobley.
February 28 - March 1, 2025 in Nashville, TN
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS or visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/nashville
Today's INTRO
The Office (S3, E1)
Modern Family (S4, E21)
The Other Guys (Columbia Pictures 2010)

Oct 9, 2024 • 2h 25min
Br5aking The Cycle
Russ Hudson, an esteemed Enneagram teacher and co-author of "The Wisdom of the Enneagram," joins Senior Minister Andy Stoker for a deep dive into personal growth. They discuss the significance of Enneagram Triads and how our dominant centers of intelligence shape our experiences. The conversation highlights personal journeys through spiritual transitions, the transformative power of embracing discomfort, and the Enneagram's role in fostering community understanding. Listeners are encouraged to engage in meaningful spiritual practices while breaking cycles of emotional chaos.

Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 19min
October 2024 Q&A
Its Q&A time on The Enneagram Journey!
Suzanne and Joel sat down to record today's episode at The Micah Center and decided at the last moment to turn on the camera. Having the camera on contributed to the conversation about seeing a therapist and accountability, and the show just takes off from there.
Some of the things you'll here in this episode:
A question about a 7 and 5 relationship
this leads to some subtype talk
What needs to fall away when you go to therapy?
Enneagram 6s and Trust
Are 6s the most controlling personality?
A 4 and 5 parenting adult children
A great Chuck Knoblauch joke that Suzanne talked over
aaaaand more!
"Tell me what you want, and I'll tell you whether or not I can give it to you."
PLUG TIME
2025 is going to be the year that LTM gets around the country! Several stops already locked in: Arkansas, South Carolina, Tennessee, Minnesota, Texas. And many more that are in the works!
Be sure and subscribe to the LTM newsletter to get the latest updates on these events and everything else podcast related, and LTM related. Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com and you'll find the newsletter sign up on any page in the footer.
You've got Enneagram questions? We've got Enneagram responses! This is seriously Suzanne's favorite way to teach, so send your questions in at theenneagramjourney.com/contact
TODAY'S INTRO
Ben Folds, "Annie Waits" (2001, Rockin' The Suburbs)
Pete Holmes (Pete is the WORST Therapist)
Suzanne Stabile in today's show
Step Brothers (2008, Columbia Pictures)

Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 31min
Darnell (1) and Alex (8) - Be Right or In Relationship?, Triggers, Enneagram Cohort
In this insightful discussion, Alex Reegan, an Enneagram type 8, and Darnell Young, an Enneagram type 1, explore thought-provoking topics about relationships and communication. They debate the significance of the term 'trigger' in today's dialogue. Should the goal be to be right or maintain a relationship? The conversation also touches on emotional vulnerability, personal identity reflected in tattoos, and navigating social dynamics. Listeners are inspired to reflect on their own experiences and consider future cohort opportunities!

Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 18min
Micky ScottBey Jones (1) - Accompaniment, Doula, Burnout
Meet The Justice Doula, Micky ScottBey Jones!
Originally mistyped as an 8, which makes a ton of sense, she found her inner critic and her "inner BFF" as an Enneagram 1, and no accompanies others as they birth precious things into the world like love, empathy, self-compassion, liberation, healing and resilience.
You can find out more about Micky at mickyscottbeyjones.com
PLUG TIME
2024 Enneagram Bootcamp
Stress, Loss, & Relationships
August 1-3 in Dallas, TX or join Online
This is LTM's biggest teaching event of the year, and we are thrilled to be back at The Grove Church in Dallas again. There are still some in person tickets available, but if you can't make it to Dallas we hope you will join online. Everyone registered will have access to the replay of the event as well. Join Suzanne and Joe for 3 days of learning, growth, and community!
visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com for all of the important info and to register!
TODAY's INTRO
Michael W. Smith, Place In This World 1991
The Today Show (NBC, 2019)
Parks and Rec (S5. E15)
The Office (S6. E18, The Delivery Part 2)

Jun 26, 2024 • 60min
Luke Norsworthy (7) - How to Love the Life You Already Have
We've officially named Luke the first member of The Enneagram Journey 5 Timer Club! It's a big deal.
Not as big a deal though as his latest book, How To Love The Life You Already Have.
If you're looking for the Richard Rohr books Suzanne suggests to read in order (he has many more great ones!) here they are: Everything Belongs, The Naked Now, Falling Upward, Immortal Diamond.
Luke (Enneagram 7), Suzanne, and Joel got a little distracted by some great conversation, so Suzanne and Luke are going to continue their talk on Instagram Live Wednesday, July 3 at 3:00 pm CST. You can find Suzanne on Instagram @suzannestabile and Luke @lukeanorsworthy
We will try to add the link or the video to theenneagramjourney.com if you cannot join live.
Are you signed up for 2024 Enneagram Bootcamp: Stress, Loss, & Relationships?
Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com for all of the important information for the Enneagram event of the year, including pre-conference Yoga workshop with Courtney Perry, aka Yenneagram, and a post-conference workshop for Adoptees and former foster youth with Melissa Corkum.
August 1-4, 2024 in Dallas or Online.
If you miss joining in Dallas, we hope you can join Suzanne and LTM in September in Alabama or October in South Carolina!
Visit www.lifeinthetrinityministry.com for all of the details, dates, and times!
TODAY's INTRO
Hello (Adele 25)
David Whyte (A lyrical bridge between past, present, and future)
Rolling In The Deep (Adele 21)
5 Timers Club (SNL S47: E13)
Easy On Me (Adele 30)
Mythic Quest (S1: E4)

Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
Tony Jones (8) - The God of Wild Places
Tony Jones, Enneagram 8 and author of 'The God of Wild Places', discusses the uncontrollable nature of the wilderness and the importance of wild places. The podcast also includes plugs for LTM sales and events, as well as reflections on gratitude, writing journey, future of the church, and healing through relationships.

May 23, 2024 • 1h 2min
Chanel Dokun (1) - Binding Wounds, Liturgies, Reclaim the Morning
"You can’t treat what you haven’t diagnosed and you can’t diagnose what you haven’t assessed." - Chanel Dokun
"You can't fix what you can't name." - Suzanne Stabile
Yeah, the two of them could talk for way longer than an hour! But, for today, let's meet Enneagram One, Chanel Dokun. She is a mother of two, life coach, speaker, and author of Life Starts Now. To find out more about Chanel and what she is doing in the world, visit chaneldokun.com.
SUPER PROMOS today
Alabama, The Enneagram and Spiritual Practices with Suzanne and Rev. Joseph Stabile, September 6-7 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TICKETS
South Carolina, The Enneagram and Relationships with the Enneagram Godmother, October 4-5 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TICKETS
Texas and Online, 2024 Enneagram Bootcamp: Stress, Loss, and Relationships with Suzanne Stabile and LTM, August 1-3 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TICKETS
The 2025 Cohort Program
The deadline to apply is August 20, 2024, so there is time, but don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to dive into solitary work that cannot be done alone in the greatest space with the greatest people.
CLICK HERE to learn more about each cohort: the dates, expectations, and applications.
TODAY's INTRO:
SNL (NBC: May 13, 2017)
30 Rock (NBC: S6, E8)
VEEP (HBO: S7, E1)

May 10, 2024 • 47min
Alison McCrary (3) Part Two - Calling and Community
The highly anticipated second part of our conversation with Alison McCrary (enneagram 3) is here!
The Reverend (Joseph Stabile) takes host duties in today's episode as he and Alison talk about their callings and their journey. Alison started Methodist and now is Catholic. Joe started Catholic and now is Methodist. Wow, the journey they've been on!
Would the Reverend make a good butcher?
Alison and the Black Panthers teaming up?
Could Suzanne and Joe keep up with Alison for a day?
Today's episode is light on enneagram, but so heavy on Journey, and we think that is a great thing, and hope you do too!
Two links from the podcast that we hope you'll check out:
Alison talks about her work with inmates on death row. If you would like to learn more and support that ministry, click here.
And, if you want to learn more about Alison and all she is doing in the world, visit alisonmccrary.com
PLUG TIME!
1. Enneagram Bootcamp is August 1-3, and May is the final month to take advantage of the Early Bird price! If you are wanting to join a community growing around Stress, Loss, and Relationship, this is a weekend for you. CLICK HERE for all of the important information and registration.
2. Now is the time to apply for the 2025 LTM Cohort Program! The deadline for all applications is August 20th, but don't delay and forget. Next year will be the first year LTM hosts 6! Cohorts: Enneagram, Enneagram and Family Systems, De/Reconstruction, Enneagram and Contemplative Spirituality, Leading Change, and Enneagram for the Modern World. Click here or visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/2025cohort for all of the important information and applications.
TODAY'S INTRO
At Least It Was Here, The 88
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (Touchstone Pictures, 1993)
Hitch (Columbia Pictures, 2005)
Parks and Rec (S6: E10)