What’s it like to talk with a Type 8? Passionate. Direct. Powerful. And sometimes, intense. In this episode, Kelly shares from her own experience as a Type 8—what works, what doesn't, and what eights most need from you in communication. Damon helps us see how that energy can feel to others, especially when it gets misunderstood. Whether you're an Eight, love one, or work with one, this conversation unpacks the heart behind the boldness and the vulnerability behind the strength.

Episode Highlights:

• Why directness is a strength—but also a challenge—for Type 8s
• Kelly shares how texting “OK” nearly caused a crisis
• The difference between being blunt vs. being clear
• What Eights really mean when their volume goes up
• How to hold space for a powerful personality without backing down
• Why protecting people and causes drives how Eights communicate
• How to gain trust and connection with a Type 8 (and what breaks it)
• Damon’s reminder: “Don’t match intensity—just be yourself.”
• What Eights want you to know but won’t always say out loud

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Type Fives are thoughtful, observant, and incredibly insightful—if you give them the space to speak. In this episode, Damon and Kelly unpack how Fives approach communication, why they avoid surface-level conversations, and what it really takes to earn their input and trust. If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on behind a Five’s quiet presence, this one’s for you.

In This Episode:

• Why Type Fives value space, privacy, and logic in conversations
• The strengths of Fives: listening, simplifying, and strategic thinking
• How to communicate with Fives: clear expectations, emotional patience, and deadlines
• The challenge of emotional expression and how Fives can grow
• Real-life team dynamics and funny truths about meeting leadership

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How do you talk with someone who’s always giving, always helping, and always putting others first? In this episode, Damon and Kelly dive into the warm, people-focused world of the Enneagram Two — and why communication with them can feel like a hug, a therapy session, and a pep talk all in one.

Whether you are a 2 or love one, this conversation unpacks what motivates them, how to respond to their generosity, and why setting boundaries is key to real connection.

In This Episode:

• The superpower of Twos: empathy, generosity, and relational radar
• Why Twos ask “how are you?” — and really mean it
• The danger of overextending: when helping becomes self-forgetting
• How to communicate with a Two instead of being steamrolled by one
• A growth path: pausing before saying “yes” and practicing self-care

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