EP192 - Success Addiction & The Truth About Imposter Syndrome with Ian Cron
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with bestselling author and Enneagram expert Ian Cron as he breaks down the surprising ways addiction shows up in our daily lives—from workaholism to perfectionism to success addiction.
Ian opens up about his personal journey, including his relapse during COVID, and shares how the 12 Steps offer a path to freedom—not just for addicts, but for anyone looking to break free from destructive habits. They also discuss how leadership, personal growth, and even the Enneagram tie into overcoming addictive patterns.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in unhealthy cycles or wondered why certain behaviors keep holding you back, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what addiction really means—and how to move toward true transformation.
Meet Ian Cron
Ian Morgan Cron is a bestselling author, speaker, trained psychotherapist, songwriter, and Episcopal priest, but he may be best known for popularizing the Enneagram.
The Enneagram is a personality typing system identifying nine types of people and how they relate to one another and the world. His popular Enneagram primer, The Road Back to You gave fresh language and interest in this uncannily accurate tool. His latest book, The Story of You, helps readers go a step further, using Enneagram wisdom to uncover and rewrite their own false narratives so they can live more fully. Ian enjoys sharing about the Enneagram with audiences of all sizes because of its power for igniting personal growth, and how it can enrich their personal and professional lives. Ian and his wife, Anne, live in Nashville, Tennessee.
IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
00:00 Introduction
01:43 Ian Cron’s Journey Into Recovery
03:46 The Link Between Workaholism & Substance Abuse
07:26 Imposter Syndrome in High Achievers
09:32 The Dark Side of Always Hustling
14:29 The Brain Chemistry Behind Addiction
17:50 How Social Media Fuels Addiction
21:58 The Truth About Powerlessness & Control
26:11 Why Vulnerability Helps Others Heal
28:24 The Biggest Misconception About 12-Step Meetings
31:43 Why Powerlessness Is Actually a Superpower
36:07 Good Leadership Is an Inside Job
42:57 The Hidden Cost of Pushing Through Pain
45:09 How to Know If You’re Addicted to Something
53:02 The Legacy of The Fix
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