In this engaging episode of All The Answers, join Katie Rubin and Cassidy Brown as they welcome special guest Nian Vuong, an Enneagram expert and author, for a deep dive into the complexities of personality, spirituality, and self-discovery. The trio explores the intricacies of the Enneagram, discussing how each type navigates the world and the spiritual implications of their journeys. Nian shares insights on the holy ideas associated with each type, shedding light on the struggles and strengths that define them.

Katie and Cassidy reflect on their own experiences with their types, revealing personal anecdotes that resonate with the challenges of identity, connection, and the quest for truth. The conversation touches on the importance of tenderness, the impact of societal expectations, and the journey toward self-acceptance. Listeners are encouraged to consider their own paths as they navigate the complexities of their personalities and relationships.

With humor and authenticity, this episode offers a rich exploration of the Enneagram and its relevance in our lives today. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that invites you to reflect on your own journey of self-awareness and growth.

(00:28) Your hair looks insane. Do you ever get rid of that? Probably not
(02:57) Scam Factory is about the place where all those scam texts are generated from
(06:26) You have a list of things you want to discuss. Can I just, like. If you read them off, can I just go
(08:07) All right, let's talk about this. His name. It's, uh, Darren, Sean, whatever you want it to be
(08:23) You went to a cult and met a nice gentleman named Darren
(11:37) She goes, you know, I let him do it sometimes. And I'm like, doesn't that feel bad
(13:56) Katie Rubin says she told her boyfriend she was not into sex
(16:47) My childhood home was empty and being sold. So I slept on my childhood bedroom floor
(20:25) Sean dumped Katie after she dumped him for another woman
(22:52) You just told him a truth that he was avoidant to hear
(27:51) You travel around teaching and talking about the Enneagram
(30:21) I grew up in a Buddhist family and never believed in religion
(33:56) How did the Enneagram become a focus in your life
(38:11) How do we relate to the personality
(41:56) In unity, we teach that the ego isn't bad
(45:49) : I would love to talk about holy ideal and opposite of that
(46:50) Use any words that seem relevant to talk about the holy ideal
(48:21) Uh, so it's so interesting that you asked this specific question
(48:43) The Enneagram of holy ideas defines personality types based on ideas
(51:13) The ego has a fixation called flattery. It's not just the verb or action of flattery
(53:58) The Enneagram helps you approach relationships from your perspective rather than theirs
(57:16) Three embodies this notion of being separate from the universe, if you will
(58:45) There's a disconnection from the movement of life. There's one activity of life
(01:02:03) Cultivating purposeless being is antithetical to striving for goals
(01:04:02) Type 4 looks for something deeply and profoundly missing in the world
(01:05:57) I feel like in my development, I've had to go through integrating
(01:09:39) Holy Transparency is related to your sense of separation with the world
(01:12:21) The six is lost sight of holy ideas of holy strength and holy faith
(01:15:19) Striving is a central challenge that all humans can fall into
(01:18:52) The Seven has lost sight of the holy idea of like, holy plan
(01:22:31) So the 8 has lost sight of the holy idea of holy truth
(01:23:41) : I once told a story that ended a couple's marriage
(01:26:49) : The eighth virtue is softness and tenderness
(01:31:25) Enneagram is the world's shadows as expressed through the enneagram
(01:33:54) Katie says conflict separates you and if your value is tied to conflict
(01:38:58) Nian Vuong writes the Enneagram of the soul
(01:40:27) Please email us with your questions so that we have answers in Akashic records

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