Posted by Brian C. on July 02, 2000 at 16:37:30:
In Reply to: Where does it mention that?? (NT) posted by Julian on July 02, 2000 at 02:20:37:
Until insight is gained, we accept a false sense of reality and believe
Our predominant fault to be a virtue. The Enneagram helps us to recognize
our fixation and provide more choice. The fault is now a well-honed skill
that can be used in positive, beneficial way, no longer as a vice, but as
a real virtue.
Many people object to the subjective, religious aspect of the above and
approach the subject differently. The names given types by various authors
involve descriptors of the chief attributes: Reformer/Achiever, Helper,
Succeeder/Achiever, Individualist/Artist, etc. capture nature of "redeemed"
types. Naranjo uses names that accent the pathology (happiness through
masochism, the persecuted persecutor.))
Perhaps, the word "constantly" caught your interest. That is a matter of
opinion and placement of attention (IMO.) What we see is often what we get.
I do see transforming potential in the Enneagram. I do not equate that with
a religious experience. I am not trying to be better, just less fixated.
In my case, it is because I am more comfortable and less conflicted. I am
still a nine though. I hope I am less entrapped.