“For most of my adult life I have not noticed much appreciation or positivity regarding my personal qualities as an eight (except from young people- and my faithful pet dogs).
A couple of weeks ago, I bought the liturgists material on the enneagram and was surprised and felt betrayed by their strongly negative comments about their experiences of eights. I was despondent and felt more confirmed than ever in my suspicion that being an eight meant that I had nothing legitimate to offer the Christian world and that I would as best off to keep trying to repress my eightishness.
Today, happening upon this pod, it amazed me and lifted my spirit with the hope that it might be possible to celebrate the power of the eight. Jo Saxton’s strength, passion and energy has renewed a sense of hope in me for healing. Especially the idea that God loves and celebrates who we are, especially as we integrate and live our gifts from that place of love. It was also amazing hearing Suzanne and Ian championing eight girls and recognizing our vulnerability (usually well hidden) and the leadership we can offer. I am feeling refreshed and encouraged. A great episode for eights and those who work and live with us. Please pray for the eights you know.”
kathrzn via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/05/18