The Enneagram of Eating: Understanding the Gut Triad’s Health Habits
Release Date: 05/27/2025
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info_outlineHave you ever wondered why you eat the way you do or why it feels so hard to change?
This heart-opening conversation explores how Types 8, 9, and 1, a.k.a. the Gut Triad, relate to food, control, and self-care. With insights pulled from The Enneagram of Eating by Ann Gadd and real-life reflections from my own journey, this is about noticing your patterns, not judging them. Whether you’re an all-or-nothing perfectionist, someone who forgets to eat until crashing, or constantly putting your needs last, there’s something here for you.
Let’s get curious about what our bodies are asking for without shame, without pressure, and with so much more compassion.
You’re Going to Love This If You…
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Struggle with all-or-nothing habits around food, movement, or self-discipline
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Want to understand how your Enneagram type impacts your relationship with your body
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Feel stuck in a cycle of overdoing or avoiding self-care altogether
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Have a hard time honoring your hunger, your rest, or your worth
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Are ready to get curious about your habits without falling into self-criticism
“You’re not broken. Your habits make sense. Be curious, not critical.”
Here’s What I Share:
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1:00 – What the Gut Triad is and how instinctual types (8, 9, 1) relate to control and anger
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4:30 – Why Type 1s tend to seek dietary perfection—and what happens when they slip
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12:00 – The control vs. neglect dynamic in Type 8s and how it shows up in their health habits
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17:00 – Why Type 9s struggle to prioritize their needs and how it affects eating patterns
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20:00 – The deeper message behind your habits and how to shift without shame
“Our relationship with food is rarely just about food. It's about comfort, control, or feeling safe.”
Resource/s Mentioned:
📖 The Enneagram of Eating by Ann Gadd – Grab it here for deeper insights into how each type eats, moves, and relates to their body.
Listen to my previous episode and get to know more about The Gut/Anger Triad in Apple or Spotify.
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