Type 1: Architects of the Ideal with Tessa Bielecki
Everything Belongs: Living the Teachings of Richard Rohr ForwardShow Notes
Do you find yourself struggling with perfectionism or a harsh inner critic?
Today's episode of Everything Belongs explores the Enneagram Type One with special guest author, teacher, and urban hermit, Tessa Bielecki. Tessa shares personal stories regarding how trauma and betrayal shattered her need to fix everything, the 1's ability to make order out of chaos, and how saguaro cacti became teachers — all opening her up to a more compassionate way of living.
Both Richard and Tessa shed light on the Enneagram One's struggle with perfectionism, and self-judgment, eventually finding healing through embracing imperfection, forgiveness, and presence. Welcome to a journey that helps reveal how everything — and everyone — belongs.
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