Interview With Rita Hovakimian - S4E29 - From Instinct To Awareness: Enneagram, Spirituality and Presence
Enneagram 2.0 with Beatrice Chestnut and Uranio PaesShow Notes
Today, Beatrice Chestnut interviews Rita Hovakimian about her journey with the Enneagram and her work in human development. In this episode, Rita shares her path as a self-preservation Type 8, exploring themes such as control, vulnerability, and the role of therapy in the growth process.
The conversation also addresses how to integrate body, emotion, and mind in self-development, as well as the importance of practitioners doing their own inner work. They further explore connections between spirituality, the Enneagram, and ancient wisdom traditions, showing how this path can lead to a deeper and more conscious transformation.
Rita Hovakimian is a leadership advisor with over 30 years of experience partnering with founders to expand how they think, lead, and build organizations that are both human-centered and profitable. She integrates the Enneagram as a practical framework to help leaders understand motivation, navigate team dynamics, and turn insight into clear, effective action.
Through coaching, retreats, and long-term partnerships, she guides leaders in creating aligned cultures, addressing hidden limitations, and driving meaningful, sustainable growth. To learn more about Rita, visit her website
Learn more about Rita’s work: https://inspiringsuccess.com/
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