EPISODE 106: Exposing Our Biggest Relationship Frustrations With Enneagram Expert Tracy O’Malley

In over 100 episodes of Pillow Talks, we’ve never had a guest. But we broke the mold to bring on Tracy O’Malley, and after hearing this episode, we think you’ll understand why.

Tracy is a phenomenal Enneagram expert who helps you understand how your personality type affects how you show up in life and love. We thought it would be fun to do a couples session with Tracy, and we gave her full permission to share our strengths and challenges with you. We were absolutely blown away - like jaws on the floor - by how accurately she described our relationship. She explained how our Enneagram types (5 and 7) work in a relationship, the ways we’re accidentally driving each other nuts, and how we can show each other more grace. And she even provided tons of guidance for how people of any type can use the Enneagram to improve their relationships. (Just wait until you hear her tip about our younger selves...)

Whether you’re an Enneagram newbie or pro, or if you just want an intimate peek into the inner workings of our relationship, this episode is a must-listen!

Timestamps:
[3:43] The 9 Enneagram Types
[10:28] An introduction to Tracy O’Malley
[13:46] The truth behind the Enneagram
[17:52] Understanding the Enneagram in any relationship
[19:59] Our specific individual types : V
[26:30] Our specific individual types : X
[29:11] Our Enneagram strengths and weaknesses as a couple
[41:42] Explaining The Tritypes
[53:12] How our Tritypes present differently in problem solving
[56:51] Comparing ourselves in stress mode
[1:03:17] How to keep the peace when your types clash
[1:11:29] Communication, intent, and integrity
[1:14:22] Enneagrams in the bedroom
[1:19:32] How to find Tracy O’Malley

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[kgramley]

I know this episode came out 1 year ago, but its still making an impact on listeners today! My husband is a type 5 and there were a lot of practical insights into his inner world. Thanks for sharing your lives (and sharing Tracy ) with us

[jenniferlandon]

It was very interesting that the online course has that high of a percentage of being wrong. This would be very helpful in my marriage! Can't wait to check out her page. Love how open you two are with everything and all the advice!!