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Enneagram Cocktails

4/25/2013

 
Of course, I'm not encouraging over-indulgence, but if you fancy a tipple that suits your type look no further!
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1. Gin and Tonic. A rational One would appreciate unwinding with a dry, clean and modest cocktail that originally had a very sensible purpose (repelling mosquitoes).
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2. Shirley Temple. Twos pride themselves on being 'good' and often have sweet, youthful innocence about them. A sugary, non-alcoholic cocktail is a great option, though if you wanted more of a kick you could substitute the ginger ale with alcoholic ginger beer or ginger wine.
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3. Martini. A symbol of glamour, success and fame, this cocktail is a good choice for a Three. It's associated with the USA (a Three culture), and James Bond (also a Three) and, like a Three, has many faces (espresso martini, breakfast martini, dirty martini, appletini...).
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4. Black Velvet. Originally invented to mourn the death of Prince Albert, this unusual drink creatively mixes the elite sparkle of champagne with the dark richness of Guinness. The right choice for emotionally intense, dreamy Fours.
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5. Bloody Mary. With its complex blend of ingredients, an interesting etymology and bizarre taste/appearance, this cocktail will satisfy a non-conformist, learned Five.
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6. Sangria. Sixes don't like to be alone, so they will especially enjoy a cocktail to share with a group of friends. This is the fruity, winey solution, served in a bowl or jug.
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7. Long Island Iced Tea. Sevens love to try everything and get overwhelmed by having too many options. This cocktail solves the problem by containing what seems like the whole drinks cabinet (but the flamboyant decorations are optional).
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8. Jägerbomb. A shot of potent Jägermeister dropped into a glass of Red Bull. Powerful stuff which is not for the faint-hearted or easily intimidated (so no problem for an Eight!).
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9. Sea Breeze. A natural, gentle cocktail for sipping on a peaceful beach somewhere away from all troubles: heaven for a Nine.

The United States of Enneagram

4/17/2013

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American culture is often typed as an Enneagram Three.  When you look a little more closely, however, you see a different story.
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1. Massachusetts. Originally a puritanical colony, this clean and refined New England state still makes a stand for what it believes is morally right (it was the first state to legalise same-sex marriage, for example).
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2. Mississippi. 'The Hospitality State' tops the charts for being the most charitable of all US states and is also known for its friendly, welcoming inhabitants.
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3. California. Projecting a image of success, attractiveness, fame and glamour, California is 'The Golden State' (would a Three be content with Silver or Bronze?).
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4. Tennessee. The home of blues artists and heartsick country ballads, it is also high-up on the charts for having the most cases of chronic depression of all the states (a telling sign of melancholy Fourishness).
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5. Alaska. This isolated wilderness is the perfect place for Fives, who often like to distance themselves physically or mentally from the mainstream of society. Hermits, eccentrics and people who want lots of time to think can find solace here.
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6. Utah. Sixes like to form an alliance, as they like the feeling of 'safety-in-numbers'. Apparently, 63% of Utah residents are Mormons. This, along with the fact that Utahns have been found to be extremely hard-working, cooperative and reliable, makes it the most Sixish state.
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7. Florida. Theme parks, wetlands, beach parties, water parks, islands, boating, space travel... with unlimited fun options and a famously sunny outlook, this is the most Sevenish state of them all.
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8. Nevada. In tough cowboy country, this state is famous for confrontation (one of its nicknames is 'The Battle Born State') and money-making. The original large casinos in Las Vegas were allegedly funded by the mob.
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9. Hawaii. This warm, laid-back archipelago benefits from its harmonious Polynesian culture.The ancient Hawaiian practice of hoʻoponopono is way to let go of stress and reconcile confrontations... very Nineish.
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The Enneagram in Fairy Tales

4/11/2013

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Explaining the enneagram to children can be made easier when you realise that all fairy tales contain examples of the enneagram types. Here's a few to start you off.
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1. The princess from 'The Princess and the Pea'. She shows how a One's attention goes directly to even the smallest imperfection.
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2. 'Rumplestiltskin'. He seems so helpful and kind at first, but underneath it all he expected huge rewards.
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3. The queen in 'Snow White'. Obsessed with her own image and being the best, she is also a master of disguise when she transforms herself into an old crone.
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4. 'The Little Mermaid'. She fourishly develops an intense crush, then suffers heartbreak and ends up full of despair and melancholy.
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5. The witch from 'Hansel and Gretel'. Isolated from society, she is skilfully inventive and totally eccentric.
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6. The third of the 'Three Little Pigs'. Like a Six, he is hard-working and suspicious and builds a fortress against fears.
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7. Goldilocks from 'The Three Bears'. A adventurous, pleasure-seeking character who has to try everything.
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8. Jack in 'Jack and the Beanstalk'. He's fearless, strong and resourceful: it's not surprising he beats the giant.
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9. 'Sleeping Beauty'. She symbolises the Nine's habit of drifting away from wakefulness into a daze.
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