Enneagram
Esther Perel says, “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.” Many of us encounter struggles in our relationships – conflict, misunderstandings, difficulty accepting another’s point of view. Sometimes our most challenging relationship is with ourself; we have trouble understanding our OWN feelings or motives, or act in ways that aren’t self-beneficial.
This disconnect from ourself or others can leave us feeling discouraged, frustrated, confused, and unsure of what actions to take.
The Enneagram is a powerful and transformative tool that helps us understand the ingrained patterns that are operating on autopilot under the surface. It’s similar to a personality system, but far more complex. There are 9 different ways that we view the world, handle problems, and interact with others. And, rather than focusing purely on external behaviors, the Enneagram digs into the WHY – the motivation – behind our thoughts, actions, and feelings. A deep dive into your own psyche can reveal the unconscious patterns and provide a path towards healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Curious about your Enneagram Type?
About Sarah
Sarah LaFon is an Enneagram consultant and trainer, based in Franklin, TN. She earned a B.M. in Music Performance from the University of Arkansas. She is a Certified Teacher through the Narrative Enneagram – an IEA accredited organization. She is also a Certified Personnel Consultant. She does Typing Interviews and coaching sessions for both individuals and couples.
She first discovered the Enneagram over a decade ago, and it quickly became a lasting passion and a topic of extensive study. She has seen it operate as a transformative tool for hundreds of people as they gain a better understanding of their inner motivations and discover ways to break through the ingrained patterns that are holding them back. Her most fulfilling activity and lifetime goal is providing support and guidance to others as they discover their Type and explore their individual gifts and growth edges.
In her personal life, Sarah is a wife of 20+ years with two beautiful daughters. She enjoys reading, cooking, hiking, singing, board games, and listening to psychology-related podcasts.
The main influences that shape her work include:
- The Narrative Enneagram with Founders Helen Palmer and David Daniels MD
- The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Riso & Hudson
- The Instinctual Drives and The Enneagram – John Luckovich
- The Enneagram at Work with Peter O’Hanrahan
- The Art of Typing by Ginger Lapid-Bogda
- 9Prisons One Key training course through Enneagram Prison Project
