"Mindfulness is one of the key successes to change."

Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast

In this episode host Michelle Connolly delves into the Enneagram types, particularly focusing on how types five and six navigate change and transitions. She begins by discussing the importance of self-awareness and grace during times of change, emphasizing that understanding one's Enneagram type can provide valuable insights into personal reactions and coping mechanisms. Michelle highlights the characteristics of type fives, who seek security through knowledge and often respond to change with detachment and withdrawal. She encourages listeners to support type fives by fostering an environment of understanding and providing opportunities for connection and sharing.

Transitioning to type six, Michelle explains that these individuals seek security through connection and often react to change with vigilance and planning. She discusses their core fears and how they can build self-trust through gradual experiences. Throughout the episode, Michelle emphasizes the significance of mindfulness and mindset in navigating change, referencing insights from various experts. The conversation wraps up with a reminder that change can be a positive force for growth and development, encouraging listeners to embrace it with an open mind.

Takeaways

Fives seek security through detachment and knowledge.

Mindfulness is key to adapting to change.

Type sixes react to uncertainty with vigilance and planning.

Support type fives by fostering connection and understanding.

Change can open doors and heal relationships.

Until next time and as always

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This week's question:

How different types react to uncertainty, using vulnerability, defenses, fears, and desires as frameworks towards change and mindset

References

Carol Dweck is credited with developing "mindset theory" check out The Decision Lab

https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/psychology/fixed-mindset

Mel Robbins

https://www.instagram.com/reels/DScvR1wjQIh/

Change your mindset, change the game | Dr. Alia Crum | TEDxTraverseCity

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tqq66zwa7g

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iC-mJERePBg

Frank Zappa Quote— "A mind is like a parachute, it doesnt work if it isnt open"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Core Motivations Podcast

01:45 Exploring AI and Enneagram Typing

02:45 Navigating Change and Transitions

06:27 Type Five: Navigating Change

12:29 Type Six: Navigating Change

16:14 The Power of Mindset in Change

20:05 Conclusion and Next Steps