The Enneagram Journey

"A contemplative practice is any act, habitually entered into with your whole heart, as a way of awakening, deepening, and sustaining a contemplative experience of the inherent holiness of the present moment." -James Finley What an honor it is to have Alison McCrary join us on The Enneagram Journey! Who knows the people you might get to talk to when you're just sitting on the couch watching an episode of Queer Eye?! Alison, an enneagram 3, is a New Orleans based political, cultural, and spiritual warrior. She learned her number when she was in formation to become a Catholic Sister. Two great things about this episode. First, the Reverend joins the show! Second, we knew there was going to be so much to talk about that this is the first part of a two parter. To learn more about Alison and the great things she is doing in the world, visit alisonmccrary.com And for those looking for her Spotify Playlists, you'll find them here 2024 Enneagram Bootcamp - August 1-3 - in Dallas or join Online! Stress, Loss, and Relationships...am I right?!?! Join LTM and Suzanne as we add some new understanding and tools for these facets of life. The community that grows year over year at Bootcamp is hard to explain, but it is very real and very wonderful, and we want you to be a part of it. Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/2024ebc for all of the important information and to get your tickets to join in Dallas or to register to join online if you cannot make it in person. 3 days of solitary work that cannot be done alone! Today's Intro:

Meet Enneagram Eight, Matt Lesser, the third third of the first third of our series with three members of the 2024 Enneagram Cohort! The man has done some work, and he shares his journey with us beginning with a life threatening illness when he was 15, depression in his twenties, and his dark night of the soul. He left the corporate world in 2021 and started his own business, beginning with two books, Unsatisfied: When Less Is More and Unengaged: Building Flourishing Organizations. Learn more about Matt and what he is doing at uniquelynormal.com PLUG TIME! Too too too much to plug, so you need to hop over to lifeinthetrinityministry.com and start with the Events Page. 2 upcoming Know Your Number workshops, the deadline for the 2024 Leading Change Cohort, and the Super Early Bird Special for the 2024 Enneagram Cohort, and some great other things and stuff! Just in case you missed it a few lines earlier, lifeinthetrinityministry.com ! TODAY'S INTRO

Welcome to Part 2 of what we envision to be a 9 part series throughout 2024 following 3 members of The LTM Enneagram Cohort features, enneagram 8, Alex Reegan! Alex Reegan is the author of What Needs To Be Said, as well as an interfaith minister, speaker, and transformative spiritual coach who uses his intuitive wisdom to help guide people towards their own inner knowing. Born into an evangelical Christian family that prevented his true identity as a trans man from emerging, he spent years in depression, anxiety, and addiction trying to break free of the oppressive beliefs that bound him. His journey at last led him to sobriety, shamanism and then seminary, which helped him reclaim his faith and trust in the Divine. Through speaking engagements, workshops, one-on-one and group sessions with clients, Alex is profoundly dedicated to helping others speak their truth, release shame, and find oneness. SUPER DUPER PLUG TIME! Registration is now open for the 2024 Enneagram Bootcamp: The Enneagram: Stress, Loss, and Relationships with LTM and the Enneagram Godmother. When: Thursday, August 1 - Saturday, August 3 Where: The Grove, Dallas, TX or join online from wherever you are visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/2024ebc for all of the important information and to sign up. And don't forget about the pre-conference Yoga workshop with Yenneagram Master, Courtney Perry! "A pastor walks out of the church and into the woods, in pursuit of the God he's lost." Sounds like a great story, right?! Join LTM and author and theologian Tony Jones on Friday, April 26th at The Micah Center or join online for a live podcast recording as Tony, Joe, and Suzanne discuss his newest book, The God of Wild Places. As an additional bonus, musician Ronnie Fauss will be sharing the stage as well! visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/wildplaces to sign up! TODAY'S INTRO:

This is the first episode of an anticipated 10 Episode series over the next year, that we're really excited for! You have most likely heard about the LTM Cohort program on the podcast, and what better way to talk about it then to follow along with 3 Cohort members? On today's show, meet Enneagram One Darnell Young. She has always been interested in the behavior of others and the motivation behind people's behavior. In being introduced to the Enneagram, Darnell felt the tool put a name, or number, to how she viewed people. She loves to share information with others to bring them to awareness of themselves and others around them. In the next couple of episodes listeners will also meet Matt and Alex from the 2024 Enneagram Cohort. If you're interested in applying for the LTM Cohort program, there is still time to apply for the 2024 Leading Change Cohort, and the dates, expectations, and application for the 2025 program will open up in the Spring! Want to dip your toes before diving into a Cohort? CLICK HERE to sign up for one of LTM's Enneagram small groups starting in March. The Enneagram Journey podcast is produced by Life in the Trinity Ministry, a 501c3 non-profit ministry, and your donations help us to keep workshops and resources affordable as well as fund scholarships for the Cohort program, teaching events, and maintenance and upkeep of The Micah Center. You can contribute at lifeinthetrinityministry.com and the enneagram journey.com TODAY'S INTRO Blessings on your journey!

Meet some of the members of LTM's first online Enneagram Journey Curriculum group! Suzanne and Joel talk with Chelsea (8), Jennifer (4), Maria (2), Marty (2), Hillary (2), Matt (6), and Ronna (8) in today's episode about how they found each other and what the Journey has been like so far. Then the conversation evolved into a discussion about where we find our shadow side and false self in enneagram work, the greatness of the Barbie movie, spiral dynamics, and the importance of intergenerational learning. If you don't have a group yet, find one! Create one! Join one! You've heard it over and over again, one of the mottos of LTM and The Micah Center is, "A place for solitary work that cannot be done alone." LTM will be starting a few new small groups in 2024, and the information for the 2025 Cohort program will be available soon! Be sure to visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com to see what is new and upcoming at LTM TODAY'S INTRO

"Marriage has taught me that two people can experience reality in two very different ways." - Josh Graves Welcome Josh Graves, preaching and teaching minister at Otter Creek Church in Nashville, TN and author of The Simple Secret: Choosing Love in a Culture of Hostility, and an Enneagram 3. A little subtype talk, a little family systems talk, relationships (of course), and do you know if you're playing the game? This is a GOOOOOOD, good book! You can get your copy here on Amazon. PLUG TIME Clear your calendar! August 1st through August 3rd, the 2024 Enneagram Bootcamp with Suzanne in Dallas and online. There is no experience that can replace being in Dallas in person for the event, but a second option is joining online if you can't be there in person. Suzanne and LTM are working on the material right now, and as soon as the weekend's teaching is set, we will let you know. For now just go ahead and make those travel plans for Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 3rd! We wouldn’t be able to have bootcamp, workshops, cohorts, etc., without you! LTM is a 501c3 non-profit ministry, and your donations help us to keep workshops and resources affordable as well as fund scholarships for the Cohort program, teaching events, and maintenance and upkeep of The Micah Center. Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com to support the podcast and Life in the Trinity Ministry TODAY'S INTRO

If you're a fan of The Enneagram Journey then there is a good chance you're a fan of books. Today's episode is filled with good book talk because Suzanne's dear friend Jeff Crosby is on the show. Jeff, Enneagram Nine and author of The Language of The Soul, shares his experience as a 9, what forgiveness means to him, and much more. Find out more about Jeff at jeffreycrosby.net and click here to get your copy of The Language of The Soul. The Enneagram Journey podcast is produced by Life in the Trinity Ministry, a 501c(3) non-profit ministry. The podcast, workshops, Cohorts, and other enneagram and spiritual formation resources are made possible with your support and financial contributions. Click here to donate at lifeinthetrinityministry.com or visit theenneagramjourney.com Thank you for your continued support of the podcast and LTM! TODAY'S INTRO:

It's been a busy season, but The Enneagram Journey is back with a fantastic episode of Q&A with Suzanne, and a special appearance from Dr. Andy Stoker. CLICK HERE to ask a question for a future Q&A episode! PLUG TIME! The 4 Mantras and The Holidays is Saturday, December 9th Now do all of that and have a fun, bright, and beautiful holiday season! Maybe not so easy? Well this workshop can help! Register to join online from anywhere in the world. Registration includes access to the Live teaching, the replay if you can't make it on the 9th or need to pop in and out, as well as a free audio download of the workshop. More information and registration at lifeinthetrinityministry.com/4mantras Thank you for subscribing and listening to The Enneagram Journey Podcast. LTM is a 501c3 non-profit ministry, and your donations help us to keep the podcast ad-free, workshops and resources affordable, as well as fund scholarships for the Cohort program, teaching events, and maintenance and upkeep of The Micah Center. Your can donate to support the ministry at lifeinthetrinityministry.com/donate TODAY'S INTRO:

You may know that Suzanne was introduced to the world of podcasting through friend of the show, Luke Norsworthy. Now Luke has introduced Suzanne to Jason Miller, Enneagram 5, pastor at South Bend City Church and author of When The World Breaks. We'll get a peek at their relationship and Jason's affection for all Sevens! What is it like to be an enneagram Five and a church planter? Are you a non-anxious individual? And, lets reexamine our feelings about the word promiscuous. “In our dualistic culture, a neutral stand is not appreciated.” - SS PLUG TIME The 4 Mantras with Suzanne Stabile - at The Micah Center and Online Saturday, December 9th at The Micah Center with an online option for those who can't make it in person. There is no better time to walk through and with these Mantras than leading into Christmas and the New Year. AND, there is no better person to learn them from than Suzanne. REGISTER HERE "I was reading Richard Rohr before it was cool." We heard that in this episode and immediately loved the phrase. So, why not put it on a super comfortable, tri-blend tee?! Get yours here before they sell out. Take the time and visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com for more opportunities! TODAY'S INTRO

Enneagram Ones, have you named your Inner Critic? In this episode, Brian Lee shares his relationship with his Critic, as well as his journey from Broken to Beloved. Suzanne and Brian talk about Ennneagram One's relationship with Perfection and it what that my mean, and a great discussion about the line that Ones and Sevens share. This episode also includes a special appearance from Enneagram 8, Joey Schewee! PLUG TIME The Road Back to You has sold over 1 Million copies! If you or someone you know needs a fresh copy, during the month of October LTM is selling personalized/signed copies of The Road Back to You for $13 (a Stabile lucky number). Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com and let Suzanne know who to sign it for and we'll get it headed your way. Early Christmas present?! Also, join LTM, Suzanne, and The Enneagram Journey for a celebration and live podcast recording at The Ivey Tavern in Dallas near Love Field airport on Friday, October 20th. The celebration is free to attend, but if you want to lock in a reserved seat, LTM has some available at lifeinthetrinityministry.com. Hope to see you there! TODAY'S INTRO:

Channeling our inner Jeff Foxworthy... If you've ever thought to yourself, "How can I make sure people already know that I know the Enneagram and that I'm not new to it like they are?", you might be an Enneagram 3! Welcome Mallory Wyckoff to The Enneagram Journey! Mallory Wyckoff (DMin, MTS) is a writer, speaker, spiritual director, and peacemaker. She also serves as key relationships officer with Search for Common Ground, the world’s largest organization dedicated to peacebuilding. Having completed her dissertation on the impact of sexual trauma on survivors’ theological perception and spiritual formation, Mallory has a DMin in missional and spiritual formation. Today's episode includes talk about Curiosity, the difference between an Enneagram 1 and 3, Shame, Imaginative Prayer, and discussion about her newest book, God Is. You can find out more about Mallory at mallorywyckoff.com TODAY'S PLUG: The 4 Mantras and The Holidays with Suzanne Stabile Saturday, December 9th in Dallas and Online Show Up, Pay Attention, Tell the Truth, Don’t attach to the Results. How hard can it be? For different Enneagram numbers, some of these can prove to be difficult enough, but then add the pressures of the holiday season?! No worries though, because this year Suzanne Stabile is going to give us some tools to help us adhere to the 4 Mantras, and have a healthier and happier holiday season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER Thank you for your support of The Enneagram Journey podcast and of Life in the Trinity Ministry! To learn more about LTM, programming, and to donate visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/about TODAY'S INTRO:

Very cool episode of The Enneagram Journey podcast today. In the Spring of 2023 Suzanne and Joe taught a 2 day workshop on Change. Change and Spirituality, Change and the Enneagram, Change and Me, Change and You, CHANGE! The conversation today between Joe and Suzanne is the second segment of that workshop after the Reverend's opening. You can find that opening teaching here on the LTM website. The entire workshop will be available beginning September 12th in the LTM store. PLUG TIME Suzanne is teaching in Dallas September 23rd, in Houston September 30th, and in Porterville, CA October 13-14. We hope you can make it for one of these events! You can find all of the information and links for registration at lifeinthetrinityministry.com/events TODAY'S INTRO

Its your monthly Q&A session with Suzanne! "It's never really a matter of the withdrawing stance not knowing what to do. It's a matter of wanting to do what needs to be done." PLUG TIME Its a quick plug, but a great one! The Road Back to You has sold over 1 MILLION copies!!! Join LTM and The Enneagram Journey podcast in celebrating on Friday, October 20th at The Ivy Tavern in Dallas. There will be a live recording of the podcast and you'll get to be around the LTM community as well as other enneagram enthusiasts in a really fun cool atmosphere. You can find all of the information as it is made available at lifeinthetrinityministry.com Congratulations Suzanne!! TODAY'S INTRO:

Meet Jasmine Miller! Enneagram 6, mother of two, married to Nat (9), and your new favorite Public Service Announcer. In today's episode, we're going to listen to a little of the show Lost, talk about Fear and Anxiety, journaling, and what it's like to be an enneagram 6 with two little ones around. PLUG TIME: Two upcoming events! Click here for more information and registration.Click here for more information and registrationDon't wait until it is too late to apply for the 2024 LTM Cohort Program! The final day to apply is September 1, 2023. Visit lifeinthetrinityministry.com/2024cohorts for all of the dates, information and application. LTM is a place for solitary work that cannot be done alone, and the Cohort program is the perfect example! TODAY'S INTRO:

It is that time! Joey and Billy Schewee ,aka the Enneagram Parents, join Suzanne and Joel at The Micah Center to talk about this magical time of the year that is: BACK TO SCHOOL TIME! They're going to share some of their experiences, what they've learned from others on The Journey and help us to better understand our children during this transitional period as well as help us make some better parenting choices. After listening, we're sure you'll want to find them on social media. They're most active on Instagram and Facebook @enneagramparents. PLUG TIME 2023 Enneagram Bootcamp: Naming and Navigatinglifeinthetrinityministry.comClick here to find the dates, descriptions, and expectations as well as the application.Lifeinthetrinityministry.com TODAY'S INTRO

A lot packed into today's episode! This Q&A conversation was recorded in front of a live audience on The Table. Suzanne answers questions that have been sent in via the voicemail app on theenneagramjourney.com as well as some that were submitted live during the recording. PLUG TIME! Kansas City, June 23-24, The Enneagram with Suzanne Stabile. Find your enneagram number and explore the role it plays in your life and in your relationships. Tickets are only $30 at Resurrection UMC. Click here for more information and registration. 2023 Enneagram Bootcamp: Naming and Navigating, August 3-5 The flagship event each year for LTM. This 3 day teaching event is for everyone no matter where you are on your Enneagram Journey. Suzanne will be combining Enneagram Triad teaching with Enneagram Stance wisdom to help participants better name and navigate their way in the world. Join us in Dallas for an incredible opportinity of growth and community, but if you cannot be with us in person, join online from where you are in the world! lifeinthetrinityministry.com/23bc Todays INTRO:

A groundbreaking show! TEJ's first 8 and 1 conversation! You probably know Sandra from the Enneagram Daily Reflections Series, she authored 40 Days on Being an 8. If you don't know her yet, get to meet her and her husband Karl in today's episode. Don't get distracted by the frog talk in the start of this conversation, it's going somewhere... “I have a motivation of how do I make sure no one can scold me for anything.” - Karl (1) “Rest feels like a choice to me, and I’ve had to undo that.” - Sandra (8) PLUG TIME! Know Your Number with Suzanne in Kansas City at Resurrection UMC this June! June 23-24 at their Leawood Campus, tickets are only! $30!!! What a great weekend vacation getaway! CLICK HERE for all the information and to get your tickets. Looking forward to seeing you there! Is it time for you to join an LTM Cohort? While you're discerning, click on the link below for all of the info, dates, expectations, and the application. Don't wait until it is too late to apply for the De/Re-Construction Cohort! The deadline is June 30th! Apply for the LTM Cohort Program TODAY's INTRO:

"How can we 'Lazy Genius' this?" Find out in this episode of The Enneagram Journey with enneagram 1, Kendra Adachi! Kendra and Suzanne talk about: After today's show you'll be wanting to visit thelazygeniuscollective.com And be sure and subscribe to The Lazy Genius podcast! PLUG TIME! Enneagram Bootcamp registration is OPEN!!! August 3-5 in Dallas, TX join Suzanne and LTM as we learn how to best Name and Navigate our experience. This three day weekend is the flagship event for Life in the Trinity Ministry each year where members of the growing LTM and enneagram community, both new and old, come together to grow compassion and understanding. You can find all of the important information and registration at lifeinthetrinityministry.com/23bc We're thrilled this year that Courtney Perry (yennneagram.com) will be leading a preconference workshop on Yoga and the Enneagram. Space is limited for the preconference workshop, so don't delay! For all of the teaching of the weekend there is a virtual option if you cannot attend in person in Dallas. 2023 Enneagram Bootcamp - August 3-5, 2023 - Naming and Navigating TODAY'S INTRO:

Have you asked yourself recently the question, "Am I currently whole?". If you have, what then did you do? Suzanne and KJ are going to unpack what courage is, what it isn't, and talk about so much more. If you're new to KJ Ramsey (enneagram 4), you can find out more about her at kjramsey.com where you can also get your copy of The Book of Common Courage. You can also listen to KJ and Suzanne from their first conversation on The Journey back in May of 2022. PLUG TIME! Broken to Beloved online SummitThe Gospel for Enneagram online SummitThe 2024 LTM Cohort ProgramSupport LTM TODAY'S INTRO:

The authors of Reclaim Compassion and hosts of The Adoption Connection podcast, Melissa Corkum (enneagram 7) and Lisa Qualls (enneagram 3) join Suzanne and Joel on The Journey this week! You can find out more about Melissa and Lisa at theadoptionconnection.com as well as the great resources they have to offer. Save the date! August 3-5, the first Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of August 2023 is the Enneagram Event of the year! Suzanne will be teaching on Enneagram Triads and Enneagram Stances and where they intersect. More details and information will be available soon, but for now, lock it in your calendar. It will be in Dallas, TX with an online option. While you're waiting for those details, go ahead and click on over to lifeinthetrinityministry.com and apply for the 2024 LTM Cohort Program! Applications for The Enneagram Cohort, The Contemplative Cohort, and The Family Systems Cohort are now being accepted. You can get all of the information, dates, and application at lifeinthetrinityministry.com. Today's INTRO: