Learning

January 16, 2024

Ego Type Nines optimize their spiritual learning by first believing in their preciousness instead of debasing themselves. With healthy self-love, they come into their own with a voice that helps them interact with others instead of blending in with them to avoid conflict. Their healthy self-worth spurs curiosity, self-respect, interaction, inquiry, and exchange of information and experiences. Our most significant spiritual challenges and joys are experienced by interacting with and understanding others' worlds and speaking confidently from our own experiences.

Ego Type Threes learn spiritually by valuing the truth more than their own manufactured truth. Truth means authenticity, not egocentricity. If Threes are successful only to impress others, they lose their genuineness. Healthy Threes search for the spiritual truth about the world and themselves. By realizing our true nature, the gift of achievement serves not only our own growth but the betterment of the community. They recognize that the truth about themselves is more beautiful than any reality they create to present a desired image. Threes who search for and accept the supreme value of truth are on an authentic journey.

Ego Type Sixes learn spiritually by realizing they have the universe's support. This realization replaces their fears. When Sixes feel the overwhelming support of the universe, they are not preoccupied with achieving maximum security. Instead, we are open to exploration, vulnerability, risks, and adventure. All these give spiritual wisdom gained only by faith in a higher power and the strength that power gives us. The unhealthy Six ego is more interested in clinging to whatever and whomever they think protects them than in daring to be themselves and becoming their own authority. Our strong will, implanted in Divine will, counteracts our cowardice and self-doubt.

Inquiry: Are you in any of these three points that make up the Enneagram’s primary triangle? Are you in more than one of these points?

Dear God,

As I wrestle with loving myself, realizing the truth, and exploring my spiritual identity, I pray for the spiritual wisdom I must know to grow and to live in my soul. Amen

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