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Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram

Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram

Auteur(s): Paul Basden
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In Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, host Paul Basden 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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  • 02: Discovering the 9 Enneagram Types: Strengths, Struggles, and Faith

    02: Discovering the 9 Enneagram Types: Strengths, Struggles, and Faith
    Sep 25 2025

    02: In this episode, Paul takes a deep dive into all nine Enneagram types—revealing how each type’s core motivations, strengths, and struggles can shape the way we live, love, and follow God. From the Perfectionist’s drive to do things right, to the Peacemaker’s longing for harmony, each number offers both unique gifts and unique challenges.

    Paul unpacks: The defining traits, mottos, and anxieties of each type (1–9). Why people with the same Enneagram number can look very different depending on wings, social preferences, spiritual gifts, and emotional health. How the Enneagram can help you name your gifts, confront your struggles, and surrender your vices to God. Whether you identify as a Perfectionist, Helper, Achiever, Artist, Thinker, Loyalist, Enthusiast, Challenger, or Peacemaker, this conversation shows how the Enneagram is not a magic formula but a trusted framework for self-knowledge, discipleship, and transformation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the Enneagram more deeply and apply it as a tool for spiritual growth.

    Additional Resources:

    • The Enneagram Made Easy by Renee Baron & Elizabeth Wagele

    • The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron & Suzanne Stabile

    • The Story of You by Ian Morgan Cron

    • The Path Between Us by Suzanne Stabile

    • The Journey Toward Wholeness by Suzanne Stabile

    • The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective by Richard Rohr & Andreas Ebbert

    • The Sacred Enneagram by Christopher Heuertz

    • Personality Types by Don Richard Riso & Russ Hudson

    • The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence by Scott Allender
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    14 min
  • 01: Who Am I? Exploring the Enneagram Through a Biblical Lens

    01: Who Am I? Exploring the Enneagram Through a Biblical Lens
    Sep 18 2025
    01: In this opening episode of Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram, host Paul Basden unpacks one of today’s most popular tools for self-discovery and spiritual growth: the Enneagram. If you’ve ever asked, “Who am I?” or wondered why you keep repeating certain patterns, this conversation will help you understand the Enneagram as more than a personality test—it’s a map of motivations, fears, and desires that can lead to both transformation and healing. Paul tackles five big questions: Who am I? What is the Enneagram? How does it work? How do I use it? And where can I learn more? Along the way, he draws from Christian wisdom, Scripture, and his own counseling journey to explain how the Enneagram connects our worldview, our childhood wounds, and the vows we make that shape our behavior. He also highlights how this tool can deepen discipleship, helping us die to self and live more fully in the way of Jesus. Whether you’re brand new to the Enneagram or a longtime learner, this episode offers a clear, practical introduction that blends psychology, theology, and spiritual practice. It’s the perfect place to begin your journey of asking, “Why do I do what I do?” Books mentioned in this episode:

    • The Enneagram Made Easy by Renee Baron & Elizabeth Wagele

    • The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron & Suzanne Stabile

    • The Story of You by Ian Morgan Cron

    • The Path Between Us by Suzanne Stabile

    • The Journey Toward Wholeness by Suzanne Stabile

    • The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective by Richard Rohr & Andreas Ebbert

    • The Sacred Enneagram by Christopher Heuertz

    • Personality Types by Don Richard Riso & Russ Hudson

    • The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence by Scott Allender
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    17 min
  • Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram

    Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram
    Sep 14 2025

    What is the Enneagram, and why does it matter for your faith and personal growth? In this teaser episode, Paul introduces his new podcast season, Why Do I Do What I Do? Exploring the Enneagram. After months of conversations on faith, culture, and tough topics, Paul shifts the focus inward—showing how the Enneagram can be a powerful tool for self-awareness, spiritual formation, and transformation.

    Drawing from ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and Scripture, Paul shares how knowing yourself is the first step toward living with integrity and experiencing God’s love more deeply. This episode sets the stage for what’s ahead: an introduction to the Enneagram system, in-depth interviews with all nine Enneagram types, and reflections on how self-knowledge leads to lasting change.

    If you’ve ever wondered “Why do I do what I do?”—this season is for you.
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    7 min
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