The Reflective Systems Thinking (ReST) Model is an advanced systems thinking framework created by Dr. ElSherbini and designed to enhance understanding and engagement with complex systems through a multi-layered stage approach. The model guides individuals and organizations to navigate and influence systems more effectively, emphasizing deep self-reflection and critical examination of one’s interaction with the world, including biases, assumptions, and the broader impact of decisions.

In this keynote speech, we apply the Reflective Systems Thinking (ReST) Model to the intricate world of the Enneagram, unlocking profound insights into the nine Types and embarking on a transformative journey to navigate the essence of what it means to be human. We will be exploring not just the behaviors and patterns that define us but also the underlying structures shared mythologies, and personal reflections that shape our interactions with the world and ourselves.