Join us in this enlightening episode of Typology as we explore the intricacies of the Enneagram and how it can enhance our relationships during the holiday season. This week, we welcome Christina Wilcox, author of Take Care of Your Type and Take Care of Your Friends, who shares her journey of discovering her Enneagram type as a Six and the profound impact it has had on her life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to care for friends and family of each Enneagram type during the holidays.

• Strategies for managing social anxiety, especially for Sixes.

• The importance of being present and practicing gratitude, particularly for Fours.

Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of the Enneagram or seeking ways to foster better relationships during the festive season, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.

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Connect with Christina Wilcox:

• Instagram: @ChristinaSWilcox

Books by Christina Wilcox:

• Take Care of Your Type: An Enneagram Guide to Self-Care

• Take Care of Your Friends: An Enneagram Guide to Interpersonal Relationships

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Quotes from the Episode:

• "Be yourself; everybody else is already taken." - Oscar Wilde

• "Smile. Breathe. Go Slowly." - Thich Nhat Hanh

• "Expectations are resentments waiting to happen." - Anne Lamott

Tune in now and discover how the Enneagram can transform your holiday experience!

Did you know that suicide is one the leading causes of death in the United States? According to the CDC, “In 2022, an estimated 13.2 million adults seriously thought about suicide, 3.8 million planned a suicide attempt, and 1.6 million attempted suicide.”

Today on Typology, Enneagram 6, Chris Morris, joins us for an important and vulnerable conversation about his new book “Resilient and Redeemed: Lessons About Suicidality from the Psych Ward.” We discuss his experiences as an Enneagram Six, the impact of trauma on personality, and his journey through mental health challenges, including a suicide attempt.

Throughout this impactful conversation, Chris discloses his insights on trust, relationships, and the courage it takes to be vulnerable, especially in writing about personal struggles with depression and suicidality.

We candidly explore:

• the intersection of faith and mental health, addressing common myths within church communities that can negatively impact mental health
  
  
• the importance of transparency about mental health struggles
  
  
• the church's role in supporting individuals with mental health conditions, and the need for inclusive communities
  
  
• biblical examples of mental health struggles, highlighting the importance of seeking help and the belief that healing is possible

If you, or someone you know, are struggling with thoughts of suicide or self-harm, I urge to seek help. It’s vital to speak aloud the darkness you are internalizing and experiencing, and to surrender yourself into the hands of people right away before overwhelm feels irreversible. Please reach out to someone you trust or contact the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. They are available online or dial or text 988 from your phone.

Resources:

Suicide Prevention Resources for Action - Website

Suicide Prevention Resources for Action - Download

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial/text 988

Resilient and Redeemed: Lessons About Suicidality from the Psych Ward