In the beginning of our lives, the fundamental passions of the Enneagram may seem like “sins,” but as we get older, we learn to accept and make use of them, and they eventually transform into a sort of energy that is beneficial and constructive for us. Indeed, a number of interpretations of the Enneagram assert that our fundamental passion is the source of our energy. In order to make productive use of these passions, the following are some healthy methods to do so. This is a core concept of Enneagram growth and transformation.
When a Type 1 person channels their anger into constructive and constructive behaviors, they are able to accept their underlying passion for rage. They have the ability to utilize their anger as a source of motivation to engage in activities such as standing up for what is right, correcting injustices, bettering themselves, and reforming the world. The indignation turned out to be justified. Additionally, they have the ability to counterbalance their anger by consciously demonstrating compassion and forgiveness, so presenting an integrated persona to the world that fosters peace and tranquility. This describes Enneagram 1 healthy anger and Enneagram 1 healthy idealism.
It is possible for a Type 2 person to embrace their innate sense of pride by focusing on their virtues rather than their acts, by focusing on their progress rather than their present appraisal, and by focusing on the things that they have accomplished. They are able to utilize their pride as a means of respecting and valuing themselves and others, as well as a source of inspiration for growing and developing both as persons and in their relationships. The act of loving transforms it into a source of pride. It is also possible for them to counterbalance their pride by consciously practicing humility and generosity, so presenting to the world an integrated persona that is able to generate harmony via the use of humility. This highlights Enneagram 2 healthy pride and Enneagram 2 healthy generosity.
It is possible for a Type 3 person to embrace their hidden love for lying by using it in a way that is compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive of both themselves and others. This may serve to motivate and encourage them. Misrepresentation transforms into motivated discourse (and walk). In addition, they have the ability to counterbalance their dishonesty by virtue of their purposeful integrity and sincerity, so presenting to the world an integrated character that brings about harmony with authenticity. This describes Enneagram 3 healthy deceit and Enneagram 3 healthy authenticity.
When a Type 4 person recognizes their own faults and uses this knowledge as a source of motivation to better themselves and the world around them, they are able to embrace their innate passion for envy, also known as jealousy. The energy that they need to find and develop their own abilities and talents, to follow their own interests and ambitions, to share their own beauty and art, to organize and educate, and to share their own art and beauty with others may be obtained. Envy transforms into a drive to achieve perfection. In addition, they have the ability to counteract their feelings of jealousy by consciously expressing appreciation and acceptance, so presenting an integrated persona to the world that fosters peace via equanimity. This highlights Enneagram 4 healthy envy and Enneagram 4 healthy creativity.
It is possible for a Type 5 to embrace their innate desire for avarice (greed) by maintaining a record of the positive aspects of their lives, focusing more on the rate at which these positive aspects are growing than on the total quantity. This might include things like the amount of time spent with family, the amount of productivity, the quantity of genuine friendships, and so forth. They may utilize their desire to acquire new knowledge and try out new experiences as a source of motivation to learn new things, to contribute to and work with others, and to apply and incorporate their insights. Greed is the desire to experience rewards in every aspect of life. In addition, they have the ability to counterbalance their greed with compassion and curiosity, so presenting a complete persona to the world that fosters peace by means of the sharing of a healthy lens of detachment. This describes Enneagram 5 healthy greed and Enneagram 5 healthy wisdom.
A person with a Type 6 personality may use their fear to protect themselves and others, therefore embracing their innate love for terror. They may utilize their fear as a driving force to seek out and offer support and advice, to cultivate and preserve trust and loyalty, to prepare for and avert prospective difficulties, and these are all things that they can do. Fear develops into a sensitivity that results in the development of robustness and dependability in life. They are also able to counterbalance their dread with a deliberate tranquility and faith, so presenting an integrated persona to the world that promotes harmony via bravery. This highlights Enneagram 6 healthy fear and Enneagram 6 healthy courage.
When a person with type 7 diabetes wants to make their life more like a birthday party with loads of juice, ice cream, and chocolate cake, they may embrace their root love of gluttony. This enables them to create a tiny bubble of enjoyment for themselves, their family, and their community. They have the ability to utilize their gluttony as a source of motivation to enjoy and appreciate the richness and diversity of life, to seek and share their hobbies and aspirations, and to learn and develop from the experiences they have. As a result, they are able to present an integrated persona to the world that is in line with sobriety, which allows them to balance their gluttony with purposeful giving and knowledge. This describes Enneagram 7 healthy gluttony and Enneagram 7 healthy gratitude.
The fundamental passion of desire is present in a Type 8 person. When it comes to the Enneagram, lust does not necessarily refer to sexual lust; rather, it might simply refer to the urge to violate other people in some manner. They are able to give in to their want by “violating” other people by assisting them and making their lives better, even when they have not asked for it (like a big brother). They are able to utilize their desire as a source of motivation to safeguard and empower themselves and others, to challenge and better themselves and the world, and to express and share their strength and passions. They are also able to balance their libido with deliberate compassion, mercy, and forgiveness, so presenting an integrated persona to the world that produces peace via the use of innocence. This highlights Enneagram 8 healthy lust and Enneagram 8 healthy justice.
Sloth, sometimes known as laziness, is a basic passion that a Type 9 person might embrace. Not only is laziness harmful, but it is also unhealthy for people who have low self-esteem and who do not believe that they are important in the world; these individuals may merely sit on the sofa all the time. On the other hand, for an individual who has self-assurance, assertiveness, self-worth, and self-esteem, laziness is a wonderful approach to achieve a work-life balance, quality time with the family, wonderful holidays, an environment of peace in the workplace, and the ability to mediate disagreements. When people with the 9th personality type accept sloth, they become more conscious of their own wishes and preferences, and they are able to communicate them in a clear and authoritative manner. Additionally, they pursue their own objectives with vigor and passion. They are also able to uncover their own selves and the distinctive contribution they provide to the world. It is possible for them to strike a balance between their lethargy and their deliberate self-worth and vitality, so presenting an integrated persona to the world that brings about peace via ethical behavior. This describes Enneagram 9 healthy sloth and Enneagram 9 healthy peace.
This process of transforming Enneagram passions is a journey of Enneagram shadow work, Enneagram psychological growth, and Enneagram spiritual development. It leads to Enneagram self-actualization and Enneagram conscious living. By understanding and embracing our core motivations, we can achieve Enneagram integration and create a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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