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Do you ever feel like it’s just easier to go along with what everyone else wants? Like you’d rather keep the peace than speak up… even if it means putting your own needs on the back burner? And maybe, underneath that, there’s a quiet question: “Why do I avoid conflict… even when something matters to […]

Enneagram Type 9: Why You Go With the Flow (And Lose Yourself in the Process)

Enneagram Nine

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Do you ever feel like you’re the one who has to take charge? Like when something feels uncertain, your instinct is to step in, make a decision, and handle it – no matter how tired you are? And maybe, underneath that, there’s a quieter question: “Why do I feel the need to be in control […]

Enneagram Type 8: Why You Take Control (Even When You’re Tired)

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Do you ever feel like you’re always onto the next thing? The next plan… the next idea… the next thing to look forward to? Like your mind is constantly jumping ahead – thinking about what could be better, or what you don’t want to miss? And maybe, underneath all of that, there’s a quiet question: […]

Enneagram Type 7: Why You Keep Yourself Busy (Even When You Don’t Want To)

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Do you ever feel like your mind just won’t stop? Like you’re constantly thinking through every possibility… every outcome… every “what if”… And even after you’ve thought it all through, you still don’t feel fully certain? And maybe, underneath all of that, there’s a quiet question: “Why do I overthink everything?” If that feels familiar, […]

Enneagram Type 6: Why You Overthink Everything (And How It’s Actually Protecting You)

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Do you ever feel like you need more space than other people? Like when life starts to feel overwhelming, your instinct is to step back… go quiet… and retreat into your own world? And maybe, underneath that, there’s a quiet question: “Why do I withdraw from people… even when I care about them?” If that […]

Enneagram Type 5: Why You Pull Back (And What You Actually Need)

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Do you ever feel like you experience life on a deeper level than everyone around you? Like your emotions are more intense… your thoughts go deeper… and sometimes it feels like no one quite understands the way you see the world? And maybe, underneath that, there’s a quiet question: “Why do I feel so different […]

Enneagram Type 4: Why You Experience Life So Deeply

Enneagram Four

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Do you ever feel like you’re always moving… always doing… always thinking about what’s next? Like even when you try to slow down, your mind is already jumping ahead to the next goal, the next task, the next thing to accomplish? And maybe, underneath all of that, there’s a quiet question: “Why am I always […]

Enneagram Type 3: Why You’re Always Moving (Even When You’re Exhausted)

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Do you ever feel like you’re always the one checking in, helping out, or making sure everyone else is okay… before you even think about yourself? Like you naturally step in to support, give, or fix – sometimes without even being asked? And maybe, if you’re really honest… there are moments where you wonder: “Why […]

Enneagram Type 2: Why You Show Up for Everyone Else First (Even When You’re Stretched Thin)

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Do you ever feel like you’re constantly trying to get things right… but still second-guessing yourself? Like no matter how much you think things through, plan ahead, or try to make the best decision… you still wonder if you’re missing something or if it’s perfect enough? And maybe, underneath that, there’s a quiet question: “Why […]

Enneagram Type 1: Why It Feels So Hard to Trust Yourself (Even When You Care About Doing What’s Right)

Enneagram One

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Along with your Enneagram type, you also have an instinctual nature to lean towards one of three particular subtypes. In today’s episode, I’m sharing each of those subtypes, plus exploring how each Enneagram experiences each subtype! Welcome to The Enneagram Girl Podcast, hosted by Alicia Larkey, a Certified Enneagram Life Coach & Relationship Coach. If […]

S1E6: Enneagram Subtypes, Our Survival Instincts

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