FROM THE VAULT: Ian Morgan Cron Talks About Enneagram Self-Discovery

In this episode of the podcast, we delve deep into the realms of self-discovery and personal growth with the insightful Ian Morgan Cron, a renowned author and Enneagram expert. Our conversation, originally released in March 2022, revolves around Ian's book, "The Story of You," which introduces a fresh perspective on understanding our personalities through the Enneagram. As someone constantly seeking ways to better understand myself and enhance my productivity, I found Ian's approach not just fascinating but deeply helpful.Ian Morgan Cron's expertise illuminates the intricate ways our self-narratives shape our identities and behaviors. We explore how the Enneagram can act as a powerful tool for unraveling these narratives, offering a path to more authentic living. The discussion spans from the technicalities of identifying our Enneagram types to practical advice on confronting and rewriting the self-limiting stories we've clung to.Key Discussion Points My curiosity about the Enneagram and the journey to discover my number with Ian's guidance. Insights from "The Story of You" on how our personal stories and Enneagram types intertwine. The concept of negative passions and virtues in the Enneagram, and how understanding these can foster personal growth. The importance of recognizing and moving beyond stereotypes to truly understand our core Enneagram number and subtypes. Reflecting on the role of the Enneagram in identifying and altering self-sabotaging narratives. Strategies for using the Enneagram to explore our shadow sides and the impact of our stories on our lives and relationships. Personal anecdotes from both Ian and myself on how the Enneagram has facilitated our paths to self-awareness and transformation. Understanding the Enneagram and its application in dissecting and rewriting our personal narratives holds immense power for anyone on a path to self-improvement. Ian's insights not only shed light on the complexities of human personality but also offer tangible steps towards cultivating a life of greater authenticity and fulfillment. Whether you're new to the Enneagram or looking to deepen your understanding, "The Story of You" is a resource I cannot recommend highly enough.Links Worth Exploring Connect with Ian: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Ian's Book: The Story of You Ian's Podcast: Typology Ian's Other Book: The Road Back to You The iEQ9 Assessment: Take It Here Related Conversation: Episode 270: The Daily Decision with Brian Dixon Related Blog Post: Introducing The Awareness Building Class Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page.Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. You can subscribe on Spotify and also on Apple Podcasts. Not using either of those to get your podcasts? Just click on this link and then paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice.Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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