Parenting and Educating with the Enneagram: Understanding Our Children in Singapore Culture

A book for every Singaporean parent and educator who wants to raise—not just high-performing children—but wholehearted, self-aware, and resilient human beings.In a fast-paced culture driven by performance and comparison, it’s easy to miss what matters most: the inner world of the child, and the self-awareness of the adult guiding them. Parenting and Educating with the Enneagram invites you to look beyond grades and good behaviour—to understand the core motivations, emotional needs, and unconscious patterns that shape both you and your child.Unlike other personality tools that shift with mood or stage of life, the Enneagram goes deeper. It reveals the inner driver that stays constant throughout life. That’s what makes it the most reliable, consistent, and transformative framework for parenting and education.In this book, Cindy Leong—founder of Relationship Studio and The Enneagram Academy, a mother of two, and a seasoned coach and trainer with over 12 years of experience—draws from thousands of real-life conversations, coaching sessions, and classroom observations to guide you through:Understanding your Enneagram type as a parent or educator, and how it shapes your blind spots and strengthsRecognizing your child’s emerging personality and supporting their growth without over-controlling or over-correctingUnpacking Singapore’s Type 3 culture—and how it subconsciously drives parenting fears, discipline styles, and definitions of successPartnering with educators in co-creating emotionally safe spaces for learningThis isn’t a book of quick fixes or parenting hacks. It’s a mirror, a map, and a movement.Many individuals have experienced personal transformation through the Enneagram. Now, it’s time to take that transformation further—to shape the next generation with wisdom, empathy, and courage.Whether you're a parent trying to break generational cycles, a teacher navigating the demands of a system, or simply someone who cares deeply about the future of our children—this book is for you.Because the best gift you can give a child is a healthier, more conscious version of you. Read more