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Did this section heading make you sigh in frustration? That’s how I always feel when I hear the word fitness. I know that it’s good for me to work out or exercise in some way. Afterward, I always feel better and more energetic. You can look at the idea of internal work in the same way: You're seeking fitness not for the body but rather for the mind and heart — mental fitness, in other words.

It goes without saying that people have to exercise and train for their physical well-being; it’s no different when it comes to their mental well-being, and this won’t happen on its own, either. Get up and join in! As with physical activity, getting started can be tough, but once you get a taste of it, you won’t want to stop.

It’s better together. See what you think of this idea: Start your mental fitness effort by training with someone else, where you can coach and support each other, such as a colleague, your partner, or a good friend. For me, it’s stimulating that my girlfriend reminds me to go to the gym together. After Enneagram workshops, the participants often continue to meet up. In Chapter 5, you'll discover that support from others is a prerequisite for personal development.