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Journeying With the Enneagram Course (JWE) 2020-2021
“Journeying With the Enneagram” is a 10 month experiential Enneagram course, for your personal transformation, supported by intentional community.
We will apply The Work of the Enneagram to our everyday lives: to the challenges that arise in our jobs, families, relationships, and even mundane practical matters. We need not be frustrated by these challenges arising. They do not get in the way of The Work. They are The Work. We don’t need to cut ourselves off from the world and join a monastery to gain deeper peace and freedom. With the proper guidance, community support, and ongoing practice of Compassion and Presence, we can become more whole and happy human beings right in the midst of our messy lives.
We will use the incredible book “The Wisdom of the Enneagram” by Don Riso and Russ Hudson as a map for our journey. The path they have laid out is, I believe, divinely inspired wisdom that takes the reader’s mind, heart, and body through immense transformation if the reader is willing to do The Work in community. The length of this course will allow us to digest this dense material in bite-sized pieces so that we can truly integrate this knowledge into our Being, instead of just zipping through and memorizing useless facts
What’s Included?
Tuesday Evening Group Sessions
We will meet as a group weekly on Tuesday evenings, from 6:30-8:00pm CST, beginning September 8th, 2020 (with holiday breaks). If you need to miss some sessions, that is no problem. All calls will be recorded and shared with the group, so you can go back and watch the call at your convenience. These calls will be a time to do Presence Practice together, share check-ins, insights, successes, struggles, questions, and ask for ideas/resources on how to show up and do The Work. I will be available to answer questions and guide the conversation.
Weekly Readings from “The Wisdom of the Enneagram”
This book by master teachers Don Riso and Russ Hudson is the foundational text and guiding curriculum for this course. The course will be divided into two semesters. Each week from September through January, and then again from February through June, we will read one chapter of the book and then come together in a group call to discuss our questions, reflections, insights, and breakthroughs. People find that reading through the book twice is of great value to them, as they “get it” on a deeper level the second time through. It is a much different experience with deeper insights on the second round. The first read-through can be overwhelming and is a lot of information to sort through. Knowing that you will have the chance to read through it again brings a sense of ease to the process. Every time I read this book, I discover new things, and process it on new levels of my soul and psyche.
Monthly One-on-One Private Enneagram Sessions with Chelsea
The course includes 10 private sessions with me, by phone or Zoom (or in person, depending on how the CoronaVirus situation plays out). This is a time for you to explore what is coming up for you personally in response to the course material, readings, and insights or struggles that arise. My role in these sessions is to lovingly hold space for your journey, and to help you differentiate between your ego and your Essence as they emerge in different areas of your life. The information shared in these sessions will be kept confidential, so you will have the freedom to share things you may not be comfortable sharing in the large group, and to get more direct support on specific issues in your life that present themselves throughout the Course.
Weekly Peer Support
You will be encouraged to do the weekly homework exercise together with a partner. Like many things in life, the more you put into this course and into these relationships, the more you will receive in return. There is something healing about having another human witness your process. Not only does it add a layer of accountability, the insights that arise solidify much more quickly than could ever happen if you decide to only do the exercises alone in your journal. With a compassionate witness to observe your personality patterns with all its quirks and shadows, you will begin to internalize compassion for yourself in a much deeper way. As Enneagram friends doing the work together, we all understand that no type is better than another, so we observe each other without judgement. It’s up to each person to decide how to connect, with whom, and how often.
The Transformative Power of Community
Why do this work in a group? Can’t you just read a book and get the same thing out of it?
In short, no. Human beings have evolved to be social creatures. It is our social support networks that allow us to not only survive, but thrive. Personal evolution is proven to happen much quicker with the support of a community that has shared values and intentions. Similar to addicts who need the community support of a 12-step group to stay sober, we all need the support of a loving and committed community to free ourselves from our “addiction” to our personality. The ego is so strong and habitual that we will inevitably return to running on its autopilot program if we are not constantly checking in with people who also have the same intentions. These people also act as a mirror for us to help us see the parts of ourselves that we could never see on our own. When we try to do inner work on our own, we quit when the going gets rough. A caring community is there to carry us through the hard times and “stay the course.”
Community Support in a private Facebook group
This private group will be a place for our community to offer 24/7 support. This is a place to share our thoughts, insights, and questions, as well as funny songs, GIFS, etc that relate to the work we are doing together. Unlike other online forums and social media, this space will be completely positive and encouraging. Participating in the Facebook group is not a required part of the course, but is a fun addition for those who want to interact more.
Ongoing Enrollment for Dynamic Group Evolution
Two groups will be enrolled each school year, with new members being added into the existing group when the second “semester” starts in February. Members who enroll in September will benefit from new members joining at the halfway point, because new members will bring new energy, new personalities, and new helpful questions. The newcomers in February will benefit from those who have already been through a semester because the “veterans” bring with them a deeper level of understanding the material and have helped establish the positive culture of the group.
Pilot Program Discount
As this is my first time offering this course, I will give a significant discount to the charter members. After the first semester, the cost of the course will increase.
How to Apply
The Vision behind teaching “Journeying With the Enneagram” Course.
Click here to read more about my journey into teaching the Enneagram, and why I believe the format of this course is optimal for spiritual growth and awakening. Thank you to Jenny Campbell of Enneawake for mentoring me into this specific teaching role!
We will apply The Work of the Enneagram to our everyday lives: to the challenges that arise in our jobs, families, relationships, and even mundane practical matters. We need not be frustrated by these challenges arising. They do not get in the way of The Work. They are The Work. We don’t need to cut ourselves off from the world and join a monastery to gain deeper peace and freedom. With the proper guidance, community support, and ongoing practice of Compassion and Presence, we can become more whole and happy human beings right in the midst of our messy lives.
We will use the incredible book “The Wisdom of the Enneagram” by Don Riso and Russ Hudson as a map for our journey. The path they have laid out is, I believe, divinely inspired wisdom that takes the reader’s mind, heart, and body through immense transformation if the reader is willing to do The Work in community. The length of this course will allow us to digest this dense material in bite-sized pieces so that we can truly integrate this knowledge into our Being, instead of just zipping through and memorizing useless facts
What’s Included?
- Weekly Tuesday group calls, taught & facilitated by Chelsea (Sept-June)
- Weekly reading assignments from The Wisdom of the Enneagram
- 10 Private one-on-one Enneagram sessions with Chelsea, monthly (Sept-June)
- Weekly reflection assignments to deepen your Integration
- Peer support: inquiry practices with partners, supportive check-ins
- Private Facebook group to share resources and stay connected (optional)
- Enrolled participants of JWE will receive discounts on my other Enneagram workshops throughout the year
Tuesday Evening Group Sessions
We will meet as a group weekly on Tuesday evenings, from 6:30-8:00pm CST, beginning September 8th, 2020 (with holiday breaks). If you need to miss some sessions, that is no problem. All calls will be recorded and shared with the group, so you can go back and watch the call at your convenience. These calls will be a time to do Presence Practice together, share check-ins, insights, successes, struggles, questions, and ask for ideas/resources on how to show up and do The Work. I will be available to answer questions and guide the conversation.
Weekly Readings from “The Wisdom of the Enneagram”
This book by master teachers Don Riso and Russ Hudson is the foundational text and guiding curriculum for this course. The course will be divided into two semesters. Each week from September through January, and then again from February through June, we will read one chapter of the book and then come together in a group call to discuss our questions, reflections, insights, and breakthroughs. People find that reading through the book twice is of great value to them, as they “get it” on a deeper level the second time through. It is a much different experience with deeper insights on the second round. The first read-through can be overwhelming and is a lot of information to sort through. Knowing that you will have the chance to read through it again brings a sense of ease to the process. Every time I read this book, I discover new things, and process it on new levels of my soul and psyche.
Monthly One-on-One Private Enneagram Sessions with Chelsea
The course includes 10 private sessions with me, by phone or Zoom (or in person, depending on how the CoronaVirus situation plays out). This is a time for you to explore what is coming up for you personally in response to the course material, readings, and insights or struggles that arise. My role in these sessions is to lovingly hold space for your journey, and to help you differentiate between your ego and your Essence as they emerge in different areas of your life. The information shared in these sessions will be kept confidential, so you will have the freedom to share things you may not be comfortable sharing in the large group, and to get more direct support on specific issues in your life that present themselves throughout the Course.
Weekly Peer Support
You will be encouraged to do the weekly homework exercise together with a partner. Like many things in life, the more you put into this course and into these relationships, the more you will receive in return. There is something healing about having another human witness your process. Not only does it add a layer of accountability, the insights that arise solidify much more quickly than could ever happen if you decide to only do the exercises alone in your journal. With a compassionate witness to observe your personality patterns with all its quirks and shadows, you will begin to internalize compassion for yourself in a much deeper way. As Enneagram friends doing the work together, we all understand that no type is better than another, so we observe each other without judgement. It’s up to each person to decide how to connect, with whom, and how often.
The Transformative Power of Community
Why do this work in a group? Can’t you just read a book and get the same thing out of it?
In short, no. Human beings have evolved to be social creatures. It is our social support networks that allow us to not only survive, but thrive. Personal evolution is proven to happen much quicker with the support of a community that has shared values and intentions. Similar to addicts who need the community support of a 12-step group to stay sober, we all need the support of a loving and committed community to free ourselves from our “addiction” to our personality. The ego is so strong and habitual that we will inevitably return to running on its autopilot program if we are not constantly checking in with people who also have the same intentions. These people also act as a mirror for us to help us see the parts of ourselves that we could never see on our own. When we try to do inner work on our own, we quit when the going gets rough. A caring community is there to carry us through the hard times and “stay the course.”
Community Support in a private Facebook group
This private group will be a place for our community to offer 24/7 support. This is a place to share our thoughts, insights, and questions, as well as funny songs, GIFS, etc that relate to the work we are doing together. Unlike other online forums and social media, this space will be completely positive and encouraging. Participating in the Facebook group is not a required part of the course, but is a fun addition for those who want to interact more.
Ongoing Enrollment for Dynamic Group Evolution
Two groups will be enrolled each school year, with new members being added into the existing group when the second “semester” starts in February. Members who enroll in September will benefit from new members joining at the halfway point, because new members will bring new energy, new personalities, and new helpful questions. The newcomers in February will benefit from those who have already been through a semester because the “veterans” bring with them a deeper level of understanding the material and have helped establish the positive culture of the group.
Pilot Program Discount
As this is my first time offering this course, I will give a significant discount to the charter members. After the first semester, the cost of the course will increase.
How to Apply
- The first step is to fill out this Readiness Assessment Survey to determine if this course is a good fit for you at this time.
- If you are still feeling called to this course at the end of the Assessment, you will be directed to schedule a phone call with me to discuss your responses, any concerns or questions you have, pricing and payments. If we both determine you are a good fit for this course, you will be invited to join. Please plan for 30-45 minutes for this call.
The Vision behind teaching “Journeying With the Enneagram” Course.
Click here to read more about my journey into teaching the Enneagram, and why I believe the format of this course is optimal for spiritual growth and awakening. Thank you to Jenny Campbell of Enneawake for mentoring me into this specific teaching role!
Vocation Statement:
Encouraging and holding space for the opening of hearts, minds, bodies, and souls to healing and wholeness,
that we might move toward Peace.
Encouraging and holding space for the opening of hearts, minds, bodies, and souls to healing and wholeness,
that we might move toward Peace.
© 2016