EP426: How to take the EDGE off Without Losing Your F*cking Edge

We all have those little rituals, habits, or quick fixes we reach for when life feels overwhelming—a glass of wine, a hit of sugar, a scroll through social media. They seem harmless, even helpful, right? But here’s the truth: what helps you take the edge off can also take you off your edge. In this episode, I’m getting real about the sneaky ways we dull our instincts, intuition, and power—and how to reclaim the sharpness that makes you, YOU.This isn’t about shame or cutting everything out of your life. It’s about radical self-honesty, compassionate inventory, and asking yourself the hard questions: Is this grounding me, or is it numbing me?What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How the things you use to “take the edge off” might actually be dulling your edge.
• Why even the most intentional rituals can become traps when you start depending on them.
• The difference between soothing yourself and silencing yourself.
• How to identify what you’re really reaching for when you feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or underappreciated.
• How the Enneagram can help you uncover the root motivations behind your habits and patterns.

Key Takeaways:

1. Edge Erosion is Sneaky: You don’t lose your edge all at once—it leaks away, one sip, one scroll, one snack at a time. Tiny moments of permission can quietly say, “I can’t handle this on my own.”
2. Radical Self-Honesty is Key: This isn’t about judgment—it’s about asking yourself, “What am I really reaching for? What am I trying not to feel?”
3. Your Edge is a Signal, Not a Problem: The discomfort you’re trying to soften might actually be a sign that you’re out of alignment—not broken, just misdirected.
4. The Enneagram as a Compass: Your Enneagram type doesn’t just reveal your behaviors—it shows you the motivations behind them. It’s a tool to help you take inventory without shame and get to the root of your patterns.

Practical Tools from This Episode:

• Pause and Reflect: Ask yourself, “What do I reach for when I feel overstimulated, overwhelmed, or uncertain? Is this soothing me, or silencing me?”
• Take an Inventory: Look at your habits and rituals with compassion. Are they helping you for the long game, or are they quietly robbing you of your clarity and power?
• Use the Enneagram as a Mirror: Your type can help you trace the “why” behind every reach, every spiral, and every escape hatch. It’s not about labeling yourself—it’s about understanding yourself.

You were built with edge on purpose. It’s not something to dull down or manage—it’s something to honor, sharpen, and trust. When you stop outsourcing your calm and start leading from your truth, you reclaim your clarity, your power, and your legacy.Call to Action:

• Get Your Enneagram Blueprint: Go to TracyOmalley.com and grab your customized Enneagram Blueprint to uncover the motivations behind your patterns.
• Work with Me: Whether it’s a 30-minute reading, a VIP day, or a deep-dive coaching container, I’m here to help you honor your edge and step into your highest expression. Check out the Work With Me section on my website.

Final Thoughts:
You don’t need another fix—you need to come back home to yourself. Your edge isn’t something to be polished down—it’s part of you that was always meant to lead. Let’s sharpen it with truth, love, and compassion.Connect with Me:

• Instagram: @tracy_omalley
• Website: tracyomalley.com

“Stop managing your edge and start trusting it. You’ve got an edge—let’s use it.”Let’s fucking go!