The Humanist

I’ve always been so grateful when I’ve come across a person such as Chad, who thinks deeply, grapples with things that matter the most, and has such a gentle and curious manner. Being interviewed by him felt like sharing a cup of coffee with a close friend whom I’ve known for a long, long time. It’s a real honor to be invited as a guest on a podcast, with the opportunity to articulate some of your deepest observations and hopes and action steps. When the host is someone like Chad, it’s not just an honor but a powerful life moment that sticks with you, that is not forgotten despite the passage and ravages of time, that rests in your subconscious and almost defies your latent and inevitable impermanence.

Dialogue with Chad made it easy for me to share my story that drives my passion for relationships with purpose. This conversation made me ponder my definition of the Big Self. The journey requires increased awareness of how our relationships are mirrors to our souls. Overall, it was a timely episode today because both Chad and Dr. Shelley Prevost contributed a chapter to my new book from my interview with them on my podcast, Better Relationships, Better Life. "Relationships with Purpose" which will be released soon!

I am just beginning to learn about the Enneagram and how much it affects our lives and relationships. I have listened to several of Shelly and Chad’s podcasts and know already they will be a great resource as I start this journey. I look forward to growing and learning more about myself and others in my life.

My Enneagram type has been elusive to me but this podcast has helped me discern where I think I’m headed because Shelley and Chad are so relatable! Instead of this feeling like a very academic exercise or on the other end of the spectrum - some “whoohoo” mumble jumbo, I was able to listen and learn in a way that didn’t talk down to me or intimidate me. I am fascinated by the depth that the Enneagram reaches and I have been typed in many other instruments. Beyond the Enneagram series, this podcast is just awesome!