Derailers (the things that can get us off track) can be some of the most challenging aspects of our personality patterns to confront.

For Type 7s, growth often starts with the willingness to stay — to stay with the hard thing, the boring thing, or the uncomfortable emotion, rather than jumping to the next exciting idea or distraction.

Sevens are known for their energy, optimism, and visionary thinking. They bring lightness to heavy moments and possibility to stuck places. But when that drive to avoid pain or limitation takes over, it can become a subtle (or not-so-subtle) barrier to real progress — especially in work environments that require follow-through, emotional depth, or patience.

These derailers represent common challenges for Sevens. While they may not apply to every individual Seven or all the time, they reflect general tendencies that can show up when things feel too slow, too serious, or too emotionally vulnerable.

If you’re still narrowing down your dominant Enneagram type, a few of these tendencies might help guide your reflection.

If you already identify as a Type 7, what helps you get back on track when you find yourself avoiding discomfort, resisting structure, or losing steam halfway through a project? Share your tips — they might be just what another Seven needs to hear.

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Derailers (the things that can get us off track) can be some of the most challenging aspects of our personality patterns to confront.

For Type 4s, growth often starts with the realization that your depth, creativity, and emotional insight — the very qualities that make you so uniquely powerful — can also become obstacles when left unchecked.

It’s not always about changing who you are, but rather noticing how your patterns show up at work. Do you find yourself withdrawing when you feel misunderstood? Comparing yourself to others? Getting stuck in what’s missing?

Real progress comes not from becoming someone different, but from learning how to navigate the emotional waves without letting them steer the ship.

These derailers represent common challenges for Fours. While they may not apply to every individual Four or apply all the time, they reflect general tendencies that can arise when we’re feeling emotionally off-center or disconnected from purpose.

As a Type 4 herself, Coach Brenda Brown co-hosts this episode to share her real-world experience with each of the derailers.

If you're still discovering your dominant Enneagram type, noticing a few of these might help guide your exploration.

If you already identify as a Type 4, what helps you get back on track when you're feeling unmotivated, unseen, or stuck in comparison mode? Your insights might be just what another Four needs to hear.

Source: Awareness to Action Enneagram

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In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our time at the Association for Talent Development (ATD) conference. Sarah Wallace sits down with fellow facilitator Brenda Brown to reflect on the highlights, hot topics, and meaningful moments from the event.

We unpack how the Enneagram continues to stand out as a powerful, memorable tool for personal growth and team development — especially when using it with other assessments like MBTI and DiSC. We also talk about what makes it so effective: its flexibility, its emotional depth, and yes… the fun it brings to the learning experience.

From conversations at our booth to breakout session insights, this episode gives you a front-row seat to what L&D professionals are saying, what they’re asking for, and why the Enneagram is more relevant than ever in today’s workplace.

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