{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"SFIO 209 Hardwired: How Knowing Yourself Changes Everything","description":"\ud83d\udccb Episode Summary In this episode, Marc and Emily explore the concept of hardwiring\u2014those patterns, instincts, and tendencies that shape how we show up in life, work, and relationships. From Enneagram types to Gallup Strengths to late-in-life ADHD diagnoses, they reflect on how assessments can help us understand ourselves more clearly\u2014and when labels might actually get in the way. With humor, vulnerability, and a lot of real-life examples, they explore: The usefulness and limitations of personality profiles How deeper self-awareness can reframe past stories What it means to take responsibility without shame How to describe yourself without falling into shorthand labels Why saying "you're just a..." might be the most damaging thing of all Plus, an unexpected movie reference that brings the point home.   \ud83d\udd11 Key Takeaways Hardwiring refers to our natural patterns\u2014our instinctive responses and behavior tendencies. Personality assessments like Enneagram, StrengthsFinder, or DISC can offer language for reflection, but shouldn\u2019t become excuses or cages. Knowing your patterns gives you space to pause, choose your response, and lead with intention. Labels like \u201cjust a 9\u201d or \u201ctypical 7\u201d can be harmful when used to dismiss or stereotype. Self-awareness is not self-absorption\u2014it\u2019s leadership.   \ud83d\udde3 Quote Highlights \u201cWhen we understand ourselves, we can see our stories in the light of truth instead of shame.\u201d \u2013 Emily \u201cSometimes peace is great. But it\u2019s not always the goal.\u201d \u2013 Emily \u201cHardwiring is how you show up when you\u2019re not trying.\u201d \u2013 Marc \u201cSaying \u2018you\u2019re just a\u2026\u2019 turns a helpful tool into a weapon.\u201d \u2013 Marc \u201cMy curiosity wants me to learn. It\u2019s one of my Gallup strengths\u2014another assessment!\u201d \u2013 Marc   \ud83e\uddf0 Tools & Mentions Enneagram CliftonStrengths (Gallup) DISC Personality Profile Mr. Magorium\u2019s Wonder Emporium (Film reference \u2013 Jason Bateman as \u201cthe mutant\u201d) Co-Active Leadership by Karen and Henry Kimsey-House Concord Leadership Group   \ud83c\udfba That Music! Special thanks to Lexi Moreno, Caleb Pitman, and Zoe Czarnecki for the original music. Lexi Moreno: composing, mixing, mastering, guitar; Caleb Pitman: composing, mixing, trumpet; Zoe Czarnecki: bass. ","author_name":"Still Figuring It Out","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/568750","html":"