# Why Knowing Your Partner isn't the Same as Understanding Them (and How the Enneagram Helps)

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Podcast: [The Difficulty](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-difficulty-1194248)
Published: 2025-12-03T14:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://chadprevost.substack.com/p/why-knowing-your-partner-isnt-the-2bd
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## Resource

In this episode, Chad, co-founder of Big Self School and part of the Leading Human podcast team, discusses the transformative power of the Enneagram in long-term relationships. He highlights the common communication pitfalls couples face and how understanding each other’s Enneagram types can facilitate deeper connections and growth. This episode also previews the upcoming Enneagram Couples Retreat on February 14th, 2026, in Chattanooga, designed to help couples understand their partner's core motivations and foster compassionate understanding. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:47 Understanding Relationship Dynamics 07:59 The Power of the Enneagram 14:01 Enneagram for Couples Retreat 21:33 Conclusion and Call to Action If you're in Chattanooga this February, check out our Enneagram for Couples Retreat here. Early bird and 2 for 1 pricing while supplies last and ends December 17, 2025 . We do trainings all over. We'll bring a communication workshop in person or online. https://bigselfschool.com/trainings Don't just take it from us, hear what others are saying: https://bigselfschool.com/testimonials . Book a chemistry call. Learn more about what we do, how we might support you, and if the fit is right: https://calendly.com/shelley-bss/disc... Get full access to The Descent at chadprevost.substack.com/subscribe

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