All the 9takes Blogs
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MBTI Failed Us — Can the Enneagram Do Better?
How the Myers-Briggs system boxed people in, and why the Enneagram offers a more transformative, human-centered alternative for careers, relationships, and society.
What Winning Online Arguments Looks Like
An exploration of techniques for productive online arguments, highlighting the importance of understanding over winning.
The Enneagram Changed My Life, But I am Careful Who I Tell
Discover why sharing the life-changing insights of the Enneagram requires thoughtful consideration and how to approach conversations wisely.
How to Guides
The Pattern-Breaking Guide to Fighting Depression
Decode the emotional mechanics behind depression using the Enneagram. Learn why each personality type gets stuck differently and discover type-specific escape routes.
The Enneagram and Self-Development: A Guide to Personal Growth
Discover how the Enneagram can transform your self-development journey. Learn to avoid common pitfalls and leverage your type for personal growth and success.
5 Critical Conversations All Couples Must Have or Risk Relationship Failure
Research-backed relationship strategies that foster deep connection and prevent common relationship pitfalls - based on Gottman principles and Enneagram insights
Enneagram Corner
Neurodiversity vs. Personality: Stop Looking for Labels, Start Looking Inward
Cut through the TikTok trends and discover why the Enneagram beats diagnostic labels for real self-understanding. No fluff, just truth about personality vs. brain differences.
Personality Maxing: Using the Enneagram to Max Out Your Personality
Learn how to proactively strengthen your mental health using the Enneagram. Discover your core emotion, maximize your intelligence type, and build personality gains like hitting the gym.
Enneagram First Impression Cheat Sheet: Instant Connection Guide
A printable, bookmarkable quick-reference card deck for making meaningful connections with each Enneagram type. Essential approaches, power questions, and key tips for authentic first impressions.
