Inside Story | With Kristin Messegee

The Work for Twos | Candice Michelle Enneagram Coach

What does the real work of the Enneagram look like for Type Twos? In this episode of Inside Story, Kristin sits down with coach Candice Michelle for a rich conversation about shame, pride, anxiety, and the lifelong practice of self-awareness. Along the way, they explore why Twos often struggle to receive help, how TV characters can illuminate our personality patterns, and why doing "the work" isn't about becoming perfect—it's about learning new practices that help us stay connected to ourselves. From Ted Lasso and The Office to conversations about emotional ownership, chronic pain, relationships, and the stories we tell ourselves, this episode is an honest look at what growth really feels like. Whether you're a Two or simply trying to understand the people you love, you'll find practical insight, laughter, and plenty of moments that invite deeper reflection. You can connect with Candice Michelle here: https://www.instagram.com/candicemichelleenneagram/ [https://www.instagram.com/candicemichelleenneagram/]

The Work for Ones | Dani Cooper

Dani Cooper is a Certified Enneagram Teacher, Coach, and your biggest cheerleader on the road to self-discovery. She helps individuals, couples, and teams identify the patterns keeping them stuck — and grow beyond them into who they were always meant to be. She’s the author of The Enneagram for Christian Couples (2022), and her life’s work is simple: helping people know themselves, love themselves, and live more freely. IG: @deepwatersenneagram [https://www.instagram.com/deepwatersenneagram/] website: deepwatersenneagram.com [http://deepwatersenneagram.com/]

Season Two | The Work for Nines | Joe in Florida

In this episode of Inside Story, Kristen sits down with Joe, a Type Nine whose journey through recovery, Enneagram work, marriage, parenting, and leadership offers a thoughtful look at what growth can look like for Nines. Together they explore the relationship between the Enneagram and 12-step recovery, the challenge of recognizing and expressing anger, passive-aggression, conflict, self-forgetting, and the fear of disrupting peace. Joe reflects on how routines, courage, accountability, and trusted communities have helped him find his voice and take meaningful action. The conversation also touches on humility, expertise, relationships, spirituality, and why growth often requires doing the thing we least want to do. For Nines—and anyone who struggles to trust themselves, speak up, or act before they feel ready—this is a rich conversation about what it means to remember that you matter.

Season One Wrap | With Jeff Cook

As we close out Season One of Inside Story, Kristin Messegee and Jeff Cook reflect on what they’ve learned—and where the Enneagram needs to go next. This conversation moves beyond theory into practice. What actually changes us? Why do we avoid our core emotions—anger, shame, and fear—and what does it take to face them? Across the triads, patterns emerge: image types struggle to access shame, body types resist seeing their impact, and head types find subtle ways to avoid anxiety altogether.

Enneagram 8 | Joey Schewee | Part II

In this exchange, Kristin and Joey explore how differently the types move through the world—especially around communication, authority, affirmation, and intensity. They also examine crisis strengths, autonomy, vulnerability, and the common mistyping of bold people. The discussion broadens into themes of parenting, growth, and self-awareness. Joey reflects on raising children with an understanding of stance and wiring, while Kristin speaks candidly about discovering her own fear and authority patterns later in life. Together, they emphasize that the Enneagram doesn’t change hardwiring—but it can transform how we relate, how we repair, and how we take responsibility for the impact we have on others. Links Inside Story episode (Apple): HERE [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-story-enneagram-8-joey-schewee-part-i/id1466446583?i=1000751009872] Kristin Messegee's Coaching: HERE [https://www.kristinmessegee.com/] All Joey Schewee's work at WE Solutions: HERE [https://wesolutions.life/] Joey's Upcoming book: "When Working Together Doesn't Work" : HERE [https://www.amazon.com/When-Working-Together-Doesnt-Work/dp/151401162X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OPS36703XD4K&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yOjWQmmhKAdLF9_27tOFnd65OeV6RZSjHHiCFOtUO_J9hLQIViy-MlCZwVbMxQQF.IDPBwbPGHhOXY80hxUIiv3CRuEjGOfPtT5kcBSR0VTU&dib_tag=se&keywords=schewee&qid=1772366201&sprefix=schewe%2Caps%2C259&sr=8-1]