In Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, Paul invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery through one of the most transformative tools he’s ever encountered: the Enneagram.
Rooted in timeless wisdom like “Know thyself” and “The unexamined life is not worth living,” this season explores how true integrity begins when our inner life and outer life align. Paul shares how the Enneagram moved beyond personality descriptions to reveal the deeper motivations, fears, and longings that shape our choices—and how this self-knowledge can lead to spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with God.
Across three months of episodes, Paul will unpack the Enneagram as a whole, dive into conversations with people from all nine types, and offer reflections on what it means to live authentically before God. Whether you’re new to the Enneagram or have studied it for years, this podcast will help you slow down, reflect deeply, and discover the freedom that comes when you know yourself and surrender fully to the One who knows you best and loves you most.
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In Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, Paul invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery through one of the most transformative tools he’s ever encountered: the Enneagram.
Rooted in timeless wisdom like “Know thyself” and “The unexamined life is not worth living,” this season explores how true integrity begins when our inner life and outer life align. Paul shares how the Enneagram moved beyond personality descriptions to reveal the deeper motivations, fears, and longings that shape our choices—and how this self-knowledge can lead to spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with God.
Across three months of episodes, Paul will unpack the Enneagram as a whole, dive into conversations with people from all nine types, and offer reflections on what it means to live authentically before God. Whether you’re new to the Enneagram or have studied it for years, this podcast will help you slow down, reflect deeply, and discover the freedom that comes when you know yourself and surrender fully to the One who knows you best and loves you most.
04: Living as an Enneagram One: Parenting, Leadership, and Overcoming Perfectionism
Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram
35 minutes
3 weeks ago
04: Living as an Enneagram One: Parenting, Leadership, and Overcoming Perfectionism
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In this episode of Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, Paul sits down with Sarah Davidson, Executive Pastor of Ministries at Preston Trail Community Church, to unpack the gifts and challenges of being an Enneagram One. Known as the Perfectionist or the Improver, Ones are motivated by a deep desire to do what’s right, live with integrity, and make the world a better place.
Sarah shares candidly about how her Enneagram type shapes her marriage, parenting three boys, and leadership of a large church staff. From the high standards and reliability that make her a trusted leader, to the inner critic and critical eye that can sometimes create tension, Sarah opens up about the real-life experience of being a One at work and at home.
Together, Paul and Sarah explore:
The strengths of a One: integrity, clarity, reliability, and consistency.
The shadow side of a One: perfectionism, criticism, and the struggle to rest.
How Sarah has learned to pursue excellence over perfection and lean into grace.
Practical wisdom for Ones learning to silence the inner critic, embrace rest, and lead with encouragement instead of judgment.
Whether you’re an Enneagram One yourself or love someone who is, this conversation offers rich insight into how Ones can move from criticism to compassion, and from perfectionism to peace.
Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram
In Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, Paul invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery through one of the most transformative tools he’s ever encountered: the Enneagram.
Rooted in timeless wisdom like “Know thyself” and “The unexamined life is not worth living,” this season explores how true integrity begins when our inner life and outer life align. Paul shares how the Enneagram moved beyond personality descriptions to reveal the deeper motivations, fears, and longings that shape our choices—and how this self-knowledge can lead to spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with God.
Across three months of episodes, Paul will unpack the Enneagram as a whole, dive into conversations with people from all nine types, and offer reflections on what it means to live authentically before God. Whether you’re new to the Enneagram or have studied it for years, this podcast will help you slow down, reflect deeply, and discover the freedom that comes when you know yourself and surrender fully to the One who knows you best and loves you most.