Fives are proud of being “smart.” But what if that thing we trust most is also the thing holding us back? In this episode, we talk about the difference between intellect and intelligence, and why Fives tend to obsess over one while ignoring the other. We get into why being analytical can make you feel powerful but also isolated, emotionally numb, disconnected from your body, and limited in real life. We also share how we’ve been building other forms of intelligence like emotional awareness, b...
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Fives are proud of being “smart.” But what if that thing we trust most is also the thing holding us back? In this episode, we talk about the difference between intellect and intelligence, and why Fives tend to obsess over one while ignoring the other. We get into why being analytical can make you feel powerful but also isolated, emotionally numb, disconnected from your body, and limited in real life. We also share how we’ve been building other forms of intelligence like emotional awareness, b...
Informational Obsessions: Why do Enneagram 5s Love to Fall Down Rabbit Holes?
Enneagram Five
59 minutes
5 months ago
Informational Obsessions: Why do Enneagram 5s Love to Fall Down Rabbit Holes?
Some rabbit holes are deeper than others, and as Fives we often fall in headfirst. In this episode, we explore the obsessive way Fives pursue information: how it starts, what fuels it, and what happens when it spirals out of control. We share personal stories of late-night research binges, conspiracy rabbit holes, and the paradox of being both empowered and paralyzed by too much knowledge. We also look at what pulls us out—how connection, embodiment, and purpose help break the loop. IN THIS E...
Enneagram Five
Fives are proud of being “smart.” But what if that thing we trust most is also the thing holding us back? In this episode, we talk about the difference between intellect and intelligence, and why Fives tend to obsess over one while ignoring the other. We get into why being analytical can make you feel powerful but also isolated, emotionally numb, disconnected from your body, and limited in real life. We also share how we’ve been building other forms of intelligence like emotional awareness, b...
