The Enneagram is a personality system that describes nine core personality types, each with its own motivations, fears, and ways of interacting with the world. It is often used for self-discovery, personal growth, and improving relationships.

How It Works

The Enneagram is based on a nine-pointed diagram, with each number representing a different personality type. These types are connected in specific ways, showing how people may change under stress or growth.

Each type is shaped by:

• Core Motivation – What drives a person’s actions and decisions.
• Core Fear – What a person most wants to avoid.
• Strengths & Weaknesses – The natural tendencies and challenges each type faces.

The Nine Types

While each person is unique, the Enneagram suggests that people primarily identify with one of these nine types:

1. The Reformer – Principled, perfectionistic, and idealistic.
2. The Helper – Caring, generous, and people-pleasing.
3. The Achiever – Ambitious, adaptable, and success-oriented.
4. The Individualist – Creative, sensitive, and introspective.
5. The Investigator – Analytical, curious, and independent.
6. The Loyalist – Loyal, responsible, and security-focused.
7. The Enthusiast – Adventurous, spontaneous, and fun-loving.
8. The Challenger – Strong, assertive, and protective.
9. The Peacemaker – Easygoing, agreeable, and conflict-avoidant.

Why People Use It

The Enneagram helps individuals understand themselves and others better, leading to:
✅ Personal growth – Recognizing patterns and overcoming limitations.
✅ Better relationships – Understanding how others think and feel.
✅ Workplace improvement – Enhancing teamwork and communication.

Unlike some personality systems that focus just on behavior, the Enneagram goes deeper, exploring why people act the way they do. It is widely used in psychology, business, coaching, and personal development.

Would you like to find out which type you might be? Come to the Enneagram Type Discovery Workshop! 

Saturday, June 21 / Saturday, August 23

10:00am-10:30am – Introduction to the Enneagram (purpose, background, and basic structure)

10:30am-12:30pm – Body Triad Numbers (8, 9, 1) 

12:30pm-1:30pm – Catered Lunch

1:30pm-3:00pm- Intro Heart Triad Numbers (2, 3, 4)

Sunday, June 22 / Sunday, August 24

1:00pm-2:00pm – Finish Heart Triad Numbers (2, 3, 4)

2:00pm-3:30pm – Head Triad Numbers (5, 6, 7)

3:30pm-4:00pm – Q&A and Next Steps

The cost for the workshop is $65/person.

Catered lunch on Saturday and snacks on both days will be covered by Hyde Park Community UMC. You are encouraged to have lunch before the workshop resumes on Sunday at 1:00pm. Childcare for the weekend is an additional $15.

Please contact Sara Pease (spease@hpcumc.org) if the cost of the event would be prohibitive. 

The weekend will take place at Hyde Park Community UMC at 1345 Grace St.,  Cincinnati, OH 45208, in our Welcome Center located on the first floor.

The easiest parking location is our parking lot. Please note that our parking lot will be closed on Saturday, August 23, for the Hyde Park Market. However, there is ample parking on the surrounding streets, and shopping during break is an added bonus!

Our recent Enneagram Weekend, led by Katie Whitlock, left a lasting impact on all who attended. Here’s what participants had to say about the experience:

• “Katie is a fantastic presenter! Her deep knowledge of the Enneagram and the personal anecdotes she shared—especially about her family and friends—helped bring the numbers to life. She has a way of making complex ideas feel accessible and engaging.”

• “I found the workshop invigorating. Katie’s teaching style was insightful, and the way she personalized each number made it easy to understand both myself and others better.”

• “Katie’s openness and vulnerability really elevated the experience. She made the content relatable and created an environment where self-reflection felt natural and beautiful.”

• “This was a transformative experience. I left with a deeper understanding of my own motivations and behaviors, and I gained new tools for interacting more effectively with the people in my life.”

• “The Enneagram tool was fascinating, and the weekend provided a perfect introduction. I’m looking forward to continuing my journey with the weekly series to dive even deeper.”