Around the Circle | An Enneagram Channel

Like the Enneagram, our Generation--its technologies and events--shape how we see the world. In this conversation with Katie Whitlock, we will be exploring the values and cultural markers of Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, weaving together films, music, shared culture, and the defining experiences that mark each era. Connect with us at www.aroundthecircle.org

Get connect to all our work at www.aroundthecircle.org In this episode, Jeff sits down with counselor Ben from Los Angeles for a live Enneagram mistyping session—could he be a principled One, a justice-driven Eight, or an analytical Five? From his early years in LA to a career in corrections and counseling, Ben shares stories of resilience, accountability, and the ongoing work of channeling anger into growth. Along the way, we highlight how Ones and Eights approach clarity, control, and problem-solving differently, giving listeners a front-row seat to the art of discerning type through real conversation.

Like the Enneagram, our Generation--its technologies and events--shape how we see the world. In this conversation with Katie Whitlock, we will be exploring the values and cultural markers of Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, weaving together films, music, shared culture, and the defining experiences that mark each era. Connect with us at www.aroundthecircle.org

See all of our best material at: aroundthecircle.org !In this Mistyping session, Sandy from Chicago—a leadership and development coach—traces how infertility,and a bruising conservatory experience pushed her from “just tell me what to do” health coaching into deeper inner work. We talk holding space for grief without “positivity bullying,” growing up Midwestern “everything’s fine,” motorcycles as moving meditation, the love–hate of French horn performance, and learning to listen to her body. Then we press into typing: the pull between Five and Nine (with Four in the wings), what it means to prefer clarity over calm, intrusion over conflict, conserving energy, and hearing the heart-message that “your needs aren’t a problem.” Along the way: birding, butterflies, boundaries, and finding a voice that can move to Eight when needed. Connect with Sandy: swansoncoaching.com.

Like the Enneagram, our Generation--its technologies and events--shape how we see the world. In this conversation with Katie Whitlock, we will be exploring the values and cultural markers of Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, weaving together films, music, shared culture, and the defining experiences that mark each era. In this episode we tackle Gen X: from latchkey kids and divorce to the rise of the internet and shifting individualism, we ask what makes each generation unique, how those shifts impact personality and relationships, and why the Enneagram found fertile ground in Gen X’s world. Connect with us at www.aroundthecircle.org

Jeff sits down with Elliot, a Kiwi in London. They trace Elliot’s deconstruction and church life, his work building inclusive spaces, and how the Enneagram has helped him sort clarity from certainty.

Sexuality isn’t just behavior—it’s an internal experience. We sit down with researcher-coach Dr. Sam Greenberg to map how Enneagram type and instincts shape desire, cues, assertiveness, and intimacy. Sam outlines the gifts and challenges of each instinct, why instincts often predict sexual patterns more than type, how repressed instincts show up in the bedroom, and what happens in common pairings (like self-pres x sexual). We also hit evolutionary frames, honeymoon-phase myths, “service sex,” stress/context loads, and practical ways couples can reduce friction and increase connection—without shame.What you’ll learnA working definition of sexual desire vs. sexual behaviorWhy instincts set the framework and type adds nuanceGifts/challenges of self-pres, social, and sexual dominanceHow repressed instincts derail empathy, safety, or passionCommon pairing dynamics (self-pres × sexual, etc.) and best practicesWhy stress, sleep, money, and context change desire—and what to do about itConnect with our guestIG: @enneagasm (Sexy First Fridays with therapist Lindsay Frazier)Web: EnneagramSexpert.comAS always : all our best material is at : www.aroundthecircle.org

Tammy joins Jeff for a live mistyping session that moves from opera halls to IT dashboards—and into the deep stuff beneath type. A lifelong Michigander with three degrees, a choir section-leader, and a self-described “walking contradiction,” Tammy is blunt and kind, fiercely independent, and devoted to care (for people…and five cats). Together we explore comparison, authenticity, and the tension between being known and staying buttoned-up. 

Jeff had a stellar conversation with Enneagram Coach, Spiritual Director and Founder @reflecttheoriginal , Sarina Sherring.You can connect to her work here: www.reflecttheoriginal.auFor the full interview go to: aroundthecircle.org

This week we are joined by Amanda from Michigan. This was an excellent conversation!If you are interested in our mistyping guide : GO HEREThe guide is only in the print version.

This is a wonderful interview with the fantastic TJ Teems. Tj is a professional Enneagram Counselor in California. You can connect with her : HERESign up for a membership to all of our stuff : HERE

This one felt more difficult and we spent a lot of time looking not only at 1347, but you will hear a lot of questions for 2 and 6 as well. Jump in, tell us your thoughts on Spotify comments or on our website.__The mistyping guide is **EXCLUSIVELY** in the print version of the book. And can be found here: https://a.co/d/g7jBNnj

We continue our deep dive into Heroes in film, this time choosing to elevate a singular actor.If you are interested in seeing info about the Weld County Food Bank : GO HEREYou can connect with us and see all our best stuff at : aroundthecircle.org And check out Movie Typing : HERE

If you are interested in doing a mistyping recording with Jeff, become a Member at www.aroudthecircle.org and send us a message on our website. We would love to talk with you!

Do check out our book as a resource, especially the last 100 pages which are dedicated to mistyping. FIND IT HERE

We continue our deep dive into Heroes in film, this time choosing to elevate a singular actor.If you are interested in seeing info about the Weld County Food Bank : GO HEREYou can connect with us and see all our best stuff at : aroundthecircle.org And check out Movie Typing : HERE

We continue our series of conversations with our friends looking to find their enneagram type._____Our Start Here Podcast and our Basics series is : HEREAll our Best material is at aroundthecircle.org

We continue our deep dive into Heroes in film, this time choosing to elevate a singular actor.If you are interested in seeing info about the Weld County Food Bank : GO HEREYou can connect with us and see all our best stuff at : aroundthecircle.org

We continue our series of conversations with our friends looking to find their enneagram type._____Our Start Here Podcast and our Basics series is : HEREAll our Best material is at aroundthecircle.orgOur conversation with Joel Stabile is HEREOur Conversation with Jackie Brewster is HERE

We continue our deep dive into Heroes in film, this time choosing to elevate a singular actor.If you are interested in seeing info about the Weld County Food Bank : GO HEREYou can connect with us and see all our best stuff at : aroundthecircle.org

This is our interview with Trauma Therapist, Adam Young. I apologize for the audio quality, but we thought the content here worth posting and discussing. You can find Adam's new book : HEREGrace and peace, Jeff

Another wonderful conversation with Brenden from Ohio who is looking to verify his type.If you would like to purchase our book with the mistyping guide, it is HERE.To connect with us or to get your own mistyping interview, connect with us at: aroundthecircle.org

This is the first in our series on mistyping.We speak with Rachel from Minnesota as she reconsiders what she has always been told about her Enneagram Type.If you would like to purchase our book with the mistyping guide, it is HERE.If you are interested in doing a typing session with us, you can connect with us on Instagram: HERE. For all our other content go to : www.aroundthecircle.org

Co-Host of the Fathoms Podcast, Lindsey joins us to talk about her movement from thinking she was a Two to a Seven.Full version at www.aroundthecircle.org

Tickets to the Colorado Event : HERESign up to be a member and listen to the full version : HEREBuy the Print or Kindle version of "Around the Circle" : HERE

Sign up to be a member and listen to the full version : HEREBuy the Print or Kindle version of "Around the Circle" : HERE

We brought together Melissa Kircher, Mandy Capehart, Jackie Contessa for a panel discussion on the intersection of Enneagram and coaching. Together, they explore how type-awareness shapes coaching work, from trauma-informed healing and grief integration to identity formation and shadow work. Whether you're a coach or simply Enneagram-curious, this conversation is rich with wisdom, humor, and grounded strategies.Follow and the guests on InstagramMelissa is at : @enneagrampaths,Mandy is at : @mandycapehart,Jackie is at :  @tablefor9co And if you are interested in doing coaching work with TJ, do direct message us at aroundthecircle.org or on Instagram @aroundthecirclepodcast .

We speak with Lindsay Taylor (1), Michael Shahan (6), and Heidi the Therapist (4) about the art of using the Enneagram in Therapy, and how their own understanding of their own type effects how they seek to help others. Click HERE for the full discussion.

For the Full Episode go to | www.aroundthecircle.orgWhat happens when engineers, psychologists, and Enneagram coaches meet in one person? You get Danielle Fuller—founder of Scientific Enneagram, expert in data, and a compelling voice at the intersection of systems theory and personality work.In this episode, we dive deep with Danielle into the scientific validity of the Enneagram: What counts as science? Can the Enneagram ever be falsifiable? How does it overlap with models like Big Five, attachment theory, and ego development? And what kind of research might meaningfully elevate Enneagram discourse?We also explore why the Enneagram may resist quantification—because it’s aimed at motives, not behaviors—and why that doesn’t disqualify it as a tool for serious study. Danielle brings a unique blend of logic and curiosity, and we’re thrilled to share this rich, thoughtful conversation.Find Danielle at @scientificenneagram and at scientificenneagram.com.

Friends,Tomorrow our good friend Tyler Zach is beginning his much anticipated Enneasummit online on the Enneagram Instincts.Click here for FREE Access : https://www.tylerzach.com/a/2148111985/gTjkbNt4

For Ashton's 7 Week Training Experience go : HEREFor the full interview with Ashton go : HERE

We are joined again by our friend Hunter Mobley.Hunter' new book releases on May 22 and can be found HERE.Hunter Mobley is an Enneagram teacher who leads a yearlong Contemplative Cohort program at Suzanne and Joe Stabile's teaching center, The Micah Center, in Dallas, Texas.

We are joined again by our friend Hunter Mobley.Hunter' new book releases on May 22 and can be found HERE.Hunter Mobley is an Enneagram teacher who leads a yearlong Contemplative Cohort program at Suzanne and Joe Stabile's teaching center, The Micah Center, in Dallas, Texas.

On with Tyler Zach | Instincts, Origins, and the Future of the EnneagramTyler Zach joins us to talk about the June Enneagram Summit he’s hosting—focused entirely on instincts. Go HERE TO SIGN UP.We also explore his work tracing the History of the Enneagram, offering context for where the movement has been and where it may be heading.🔗 Explore Tyler Zach’s Work:📖 Read: The History of the Enneagram💻 Website: tylerzach.com📷 Instagram: @GospelForEnneagram🎥 YouTube: @gospelforenneagram📱 Facebook: @gospelforenneagram🐦 X/Twitter: @gospelforgram

Friends, the link to our event is HERE.

We welcome the delightful Kristin Messegee. Kristin is an Enneagram Six. She is a coach serving and supporting Enneagram Sixes and she hosts the podcast Life Uninhibited, which is an Enneagram podcast which is tailored for Loyalists. You can find her on Instagram : HEREAnd her beautiful podcast: HERE

How the Enneagram Transforms Education.In this episode, Jeff and TJ welcome Dr. Billy Schewee and Professor Kelly Langley Cook to explore how the Enneagram intersects with parenting, teaching, and educational leadership. From college prep to classroom dynamics, the conversation highlights how knowing yourself—and your students—can reshape how we learn, teach, and relate.

Find all our stuff at : www.aroundthecircle.org We conclude (!!) our deep dive into each of the types with the most informed people we know.This time we're talking with our good friend Jessica, PhD candidate and truly wonderful human being being.This is the only the first hour of our deep dive.You can here stream the full streaming now : HERE

First half of our conversation with the fantastic Melissa Kircher—an Enneagram 5, certified Enneagram and life coach, and the creative force behind some of the most insightful Enneagram illustrations on social media. Her work, showcased at Enneagram & Paths, blends rich understanding with minimalistic design to make complex concepts accessible and visually striking.See more of her work at : @enneagrampaths on Instagram.The full interview is at : www.aroundthecircle.org

For all our best material, go HERETo take a look at our June 27-28 Event : HERELinks to Streaming "The Secret of Nimh" : HEREOr on YouTube : HEREWe are beginning our deep dive into Heroism in Enneagram Sixes.We're thrilled to jump into the world of the Rats of Nimh. Enjoy!

For all our best material, go HERETo take a look at our June 27-28 Event : HERELinks to Streaming "The Secret of Nimh" : HEREOr on YouTube : HEREWe are beginning our deep dive into Heroism in Enneagram Sixes.We're thrilled to jump into the world of the Rats of Nimh. Enjoy!

For all our best material, go HERETo take a look at our June 27-28 Event : HERELinks to Streaming "The Secret of Nimh" : HEREOr on YouTube : HERE"Heroes" is finally here. We are starting the deep dive into our favorite heroes in film and their Enneagram types.This is our introduction to thinking hard about Heroism at times like this.

Find all our stuff at : www.aroundthecircle.org We continue our deep dive into each of the types with the most informed people we know.This time we're talking with our good friend Heidi, counselor extraordinaire. This is the first hour of our three hour (!) deep dive.You can here that streaming now : HERE

All of our Full Interviews, College Courses, and Book Drafts are : HEREStart Here Podcast is Here Our Intro to Instincts is HERE Joel and Jim's Book is Here

Here's the link to our work : aroundthecircle.org This is the second of ten episodes pairing five sets of Enneagram Triads. We move to introducing Affect Groups and pair them with the Intelligence Centers. Lots to like here.

Here's the link to our work : aroundthecircle.org This is the first of ten episodes pairing five sets of enneagram triads. We begin with an intro and the pairing of the Intelligence Centers and the Stances.

For the the full, free episode: GO HEREWhether you are in a relationship or not, we all engage those with Enneagram types different than ours. Here is our deep dive into each of the types and what we ourselves can work on to succeed in relationships better.

Find all our stuff at : www.aroundthecircle.org We continue our deep dive into each of the types with the most informed people we know.This time we have Enneagram coach Katie Whitlock speaking about the inner life of Threes.You can connect with Katie's work at : HEREYou can find Jackie's Instagram presence : HERE

Find all our stuff at : www.aroundthecircle.org We continue our deep dive into each of the types with the most informed people we know.This time we have Enneagram coach Jackie Contessa speaking about the inner life of Twos.You can connect with Jackie's work at : HEREYou can find Jackie's Instagram presence : HERE

Find all our stuff at : www.aroundthecircle.org We continue our deep dive into each of the types with the most informed people we know.This time we have the wonderful Lindsay Taylor speaking about the inner life of Ones.You can connect with Lindsey's work at : https://www.hopespringscounseling.net/who-are-we