The Other Half

Simple steps for Type 7’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 6’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 5’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 4’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 3’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 2’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 1’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 9’s to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Simple steps for Type 8's to maintain the momentum, get back in track when they get derailed & what the payoff will be when they have put in the reps and done the work of personal & spiritual growth.

Spiritual Practices for The Head/Fear Triad n this episode we’re exploring the spiritual practice of silence, what that looks like for each type in the Head/Fear triad and practical ways to incorporate it into your life for personal & spiritual growth.

The Head/Fear Triad (type 5, 6 & 7) The Head/Fear triad is comprised of the 5, 6 and 7 but that fear looks very different in each. In this episode we dive into the differences but also how the difference will set the framework for their spiritual practice of silence.

Spiritual Practices for The Heart/Shame Triad In this episode we’re exploring the spiritual practice of solitude, what that looks like for each type in the Heart/Shame triad and practical ways to incorporate it into your life for personal & spiritual growth.

The Heart/Shame Triad (type 2, 3 & 4) The heart/shame triad is comprised of the 2, 3 and 4 but that shame and how they interact in relationships looks very different in each. In this episode we dive into the differences but also how the difference will set the framework for their spiritual practice of solitude.

In this episode we'll explore the spiritual practice of stillness, what that looks like for each type in the Gut/Anger triad and practical ways to incorporate it into your life for personal & spiritual growth. 

The gut/anger triad is comprised of the 8, 9 and 1 but looks very different in each. In this episode we dive into the differences but also how the difference will set the framework for their spiritual practice of stillness. 

Digging in now, we're going to take a close look at the shadow side of the different Enneagram types with their sin tendencies, passions and fixations. We'll also explore the essence of each type which is reflected in the holy idea and their virtue of that uniquely reflects the image of God.

Our triad influences the way we see and perceive the world while also granting us a unique way to see and understand more of the character of God. Todays episode will be an overview of each triad and set the frame work for the next several episodes. 

Today we're diving into what the healthy, average and unhealthy spaces look like and what growing in your Enneagram type means while we examine  movement to different types in stress & security. 

Today we’re diving in deep into childhood wounds, where they stem from and what happens when they go untended to and we’re talking about attacks on our virtue an in the framework on the Enneagram so that we can better navigate our shadow side.

The lies we believe influence the way we live, respond & interact with others. Through the lens of the Enneagram, we’re exploring those lies, the detrimental cycles they lead to and how to live in freedom from them so that we are able to live in the fullness of who we were created to be, uniquely reflecting the image of God.

Before we dive headlong into the Enneagram & spiritual growth we have to lay the foundation of identity or the work will be for naught. In this episode we explore identity, how we've gotten in wrong (even with the Enneagram!), where it's actually found & how to approach the Enneagram in light of our identity. 

We're back with season 3 of The Other Half Podcast & this season is exclusively about the Enneagram! We're doing a deep dive into the Enneagram and spiritual growth, catch the trailer for what to expect from this season & a little 2020 life update from Justin & Mer!

We saved the best for last! This is our last episode in today's episode, Justin gets to interview Sarajane from Enneagram & Coffee! Justin and Sarajane talked about a ton about sevens on the Enneagram, the aggressive stance and lessons learned through the Enneagram at work. 

Ever wonder how to be the best version of yourself as an employee, boss, manager, a business owner? Sarajane gives some incredible wisdom in today's podcast on how to walk wisely, utilizing the enneagram as a tool. 

We wrap it up with some great, approachable to do's for sevens, actually for all people, to move towards integration and health. She tells her secrets 

If you haven't heard about her yet, here's a little bit about Sarajane Case.

Sarajane is a seven on the Enneagram and multi-passionate entrepreneur (among many other amazing things). She started Brave Collective where she works with people who want more ease, inspiration, and productivity in their lives. If you are someone who wants to feel more alive, productive and connected to your purpose, then Brave Collective is for you. 

Sarajane also launched her Enneagram Summit last year and it's time for round two! She has an amazing Enneagram Summit coming up and tickets are super affordable. There will be over 40 speakers total, all experts in their unique ways talking about heir types and how to utilize the Enneagram is all facets of life, from work to marriage and everything in between! Snag pre-sale tickets for her upcoming summit on her website.

Sarajane also has a new book coming out soon! Pre-order below: 

Seth & Melanie Studley from the Anatomy of Marriage Podcast are back on the podcast and we're talking all things sex and intimacy on todays episode.

About Seth & Melanie

Traditional therapy is boring, podcasts and personalities are superficial and people are wanting real - Now more than ever.

From “talking about the time she gave Seth a black eye”, to conversations about the spiritual and meditative aspects of sex, Seth and Melanie talk about anything and everything in their immersive show.

Seth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Melanie is an Audio Engineer, and together they turned their mess into their message by creating the podcast that they wish they could have had when they were going through some of their hardest years in marriage.  Together they created the Anatomy of Marriage podcast.

Melanie grew up in Seattle. She has a BA in Expressive Arts, is a self taught and highly sought after audio engineer, and her work has received millions of downloads across the world. She enjoys travel, great food,and is the Lady BO$$.

Seth was born and raised in South Carolina. He moved to Seattle and signed a record deal playing drums in a rock band.  Then went to Graduate school and got married.  He can cook the best fried chicken and biscuits in Seattle.

They live just outside of Seattle WA with their 3 amazing kids, and are changing the world one relationship at a time.

Seth & Melanie Studley from the Anatomy of Marriage Podcast talk about navigating relationships with in-laws and how family or origin impacts marriages and relationships

About Seth & Meanie 

Traditional therapy is boring, podcasts and personalities are superficial and people are wanting real - Now more than ever.

From “talking about the time she gave Seth a black eye”, to conversations about the spiritual and meditative aspects of sex, Seth and Melanie talk about anything and everything in their immersive show.

Seth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Melanie is an Audio Engineer, and together they turned their mess into their message by creating the podcast that they wish they could have had when they were going through some of their hardest years in marriage.  Together they created the Anatomy of Marriage podcast.

Melanie grew up in Seattle. She has a BA in Expressive Arts, is a self taught and highly sought after audio engineer, and her work has received millions of downloads across the world. She enjoys travel, great food,and is the Lady BO$$.

Seth was born and raised in South Carolina. He moved to Seattle and signed a record deal playing drums in a rock band.  Then went to Graduate school and got married.  He can cook the best fried chicken and biscuits in Seattle.

They live just outside of Seattle WA with their 3 amazing kids, and are changing the world one relationship at a time.

Nicole Ayers is certified in Myers Brigg & in sharing her knowledge and expertise of the dimension of MBTI while comparing and contrasting with with the enneagram.

We've done it, it's happened to us, but the culture of ghosting has got to stop. When we ghost, we actually miss out on the chance for others to know & support us & deprive ourselves of connection and belonging.

Nicole Ayers is certified in Myers Brigg & in sharing her knowledge and expertise of the dimension of MBTI while comparing and contrasting with with the enneagram.

Goal setting is sexy & exciting but today we're talking about the other half, goals that aren't accomplished. Do you keep working towards them? Pivot elsewhere? Let go altogether? Justin and Meredith recap 2019 with all its joy & disappoint in their personal and professional goals

Disagreements can be productive, healthy, in addition to helping you and the other party grow and learn but only if don well.  In this episode you'll find a framework to make disagreement productive and what to avoid.

Back to talk about negotiating, Jena Vivano gives creative ideas on what and how to negotiate professionally and personally

The holidays can be wonderful and stressful, bringing out the best & worst in you & others.  Catch todays episode where we give 3 simple ways to navigate the holidays well and communicate effectively with your spouse.

Is networking necessary, do I really have to do it, and if so, how do I do it without feeling fake?  Jena Vivano answers all these questions on today's episode 

Teaching the Enneagram tool SNAP  (Stop, Notice, Ask, Pivot) from the Road Back to You by Ian Cron & Suzanne Stabile to utilize for personal growth as it pertains to your individual enneagram type 

We're back after a hiatus from season 1 and kicking off season 2!   Quick round-up of the past few months and spilling the beans on some stellar interviews lined up that we can't wait to share!

What are triggers, why do we get triggered, & do we use unhealthy things to medicate unpleasant emotions? It gets real on the podcast as Justin & Meredith divulge their own unhealthy cycles and patterns of triggers & medicators. 

What are triggers, why do we get triggered, & do we use unhealthy things to medicate unpleasant emotions? It gets real on the podcast as Justin & Meredith divulge their own unhealthy cycles and patterns of triggers & medicators. 

After polling the audience a few weeks back, we’re talking about car conflicts & the top reasons you all shared you experience this type of conflict.  We talk about why it happens, if it’s about something deeper than just your partners driving or navigating skills, & how to avoid the same cycle of conflict in the car!

Interview with Jordan Lee Dooley author of national bestseller Own Your Everyday about being an Enneagram type 3, shame, vulnerability, and recovering from an eating disorder.

Jordan is a speaker, blogger, The SHE Podcast host, entrepreneur, and author leads conversations and conferences, both online and in-person, all focused on delivering encouragement, community, and advice to women striving to live with honesty, passion, grace, and overarching purpose.

Being aware of boundaries, setting, and respecting them according to the enneagram stances (independent, dependent, and withdrawing.) If you're new to the enneagram, stances are a great way to begin to narrow down your type and understand your own tendencies and personal work when it comes to boundaries.  

The positive, negative, positive feedback sandwich model is something that while typically used in the professional setting, can be utilized in relationships to provide a helpful & healthy framework for expressing frustrations while also highlighting your gratitude for the other.  After learning this tool from their marriage counselors, Meredith & Justin go off script & model using it with each other.

The enneagram is a fantastic tool to understand yourself & others but like everything, it can be misused & has pitfalls to watch out for.  Today we're sharing 4 ground rules we follow when speaking about the enneagram, teaching it to others & when we utilize it in our own relationship.

interview with Aaron & Jennifer Smith authors & founders of Marriage After God on the day of their book release!

Aaron & Jennifer Smith have been married for over 12 years and currently, have 4 young children. Ever since they married they have purposed to serve God and build His kingdom together. In 2011 they started blogging to encourage husbands and wives to center their marriage relationship on God. The newest addition to their ever-growing online ministry is their Marriage After God site, Podcast, and Book. The Marriage After God podcast is published every week. Aaron and Jennifer share candidly and honestly about personal stories of failure and victory in Christ in hopes of encouraging other couples to be used by God for His extraordinary purposes. You can find them on social media @HusbandRevolution and @Unveiledwife.

We're taking all things money in marriage & how we paid off 54K of student loans in 13 months.  From relationship dynamics when you have one spender & one saver,  the stress of a less-stable income with one as the breadwinner & how to set boundaries & respect each other with finances, we get into it!   

Diving into those things we do, for better or worse, healthy or unhealthy, that drive each other crazy, from the perspective of our enneagram types when we feel ashamed, afraid or experience conflict together.

Cracking the mental health stigma, Justin & Meredith share their personal stories of being on medications for depression & ADHD.  When is it time to consider medication?  How do you deal with the stigma & shame that comes with it?  They tell the other half of mental health & medications on this weeks episode. 

Welcome to The Other Half Podcast where we tell stories and shares insights on the Enneagram, entrepreneurship and relationships in a way that is real, raw and encouraging. 

Justin Boggs is a certified Enneagram coach & entrepreneur, and Meredith Boggs is a writer & speaker focusing on Relationships, lifestyle and faith.  This is the podcast where Justin & Meredith talk about the other half of life, the half that doesn't make the highlight reel.

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It's all the rage to quit your day job & be your own boss but it's not all its cracked to be.  Justin talks about making the mental shift,  going out on your own to start your own business, & finally quitting his 'day job' 14 months later.  It may seem glamorous to be your own boss but Justin & Meredith are talking openly about fear, knowing when its time, & everything about entrepreneurship that doesn't make the highlight reel.  

We assumed our definition of “now” was the same.  But mine meant “right now” & his meant “in 5 minutes,” so what do you do when you operate from different definitions? Do you change them, merge them, or compromise?

Communication is a two way street. It's not just one person opening their mouth and noise coming out, it's one mouth speaking WHILE two ears are listening. So how does one communicate in a way that they know whomever they are speaking to is listening?

In this episode, Justin & Meredith talk about how they've fallen into the communication abyss in the past as well as how they climbed out and are able to communicate with one another in a clear and kind way. Plus, find out a quick and simple feedback tool that will help you connect with your spouse in less than 5 minutes.