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The Challenger PodcastAuthor: Dave Glaser
The Challenger Podcast helps you show up authentically and navigate modern dating where texting, social media and dating apps have become the way people connect and communicate. Each week, I interview dating experts and real life daters is to share what authentic dating can look like for you in these modern times. New episodes and live recordings every other week to find your ideal relationship through the Enneagram, attachment theory and core energy dynamics. Subscribe and leave a rating and review today so that you never miss an episode and connect with me on Tiktok @dave.glaser for a candid look at modern dating. Language: en Genres: Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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When Tragedy Strikes an Enneagram 8
Monday, 20 April, 2026
Who are you when control is gone? Who am I without my job? Control and being "armored up" are illusions. In this episode, Dave Glaser shares a personal journey through job loss and its impact on an Enneagram 8. He explores themes of vulnerability, control, identity, and growth during challenging seasons, offering insights and practical advice for navigating uncertainty. Key Themes Impact of job loss on identity and control Pitfalls of overcompensation in Enneagram 8s The importance of vulnerability and asking for help Growth through self-awareness and emotional depth Takeaways Vulnerability is the key to growth, not weakness. Control and armor are illusions that hinder progress. Separating identity from circumstances fosters resilience. Authentic strength includes awareness, flexibility, and connection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Identity and Job Loss 04:37 The Pitfalls of Job Loss for Enneagram Eights 09:02 Vulnerability and the Journey of Self-Discovery 14:07 Recalibration and Moving Forward
