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\"\"<\/a>The Enneagram, a profound way of understanding people from all cultures, describes the nine fundamental architectures of human beings. Although the Enneagram is often referred to as a personality system, it is far more than that. As you’ll learn, the Enneagram is also more than character structure. Both personality and character refer to persistent features of human behavior. The nine Enneagram types represent nine distinct aspects of the human Ego.<\/p>\n

What is personality?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Personality exists in the domain of empirical psychology. Research and theory from the field of psychology defines personality as traits and behaviors capable of being measured. They include factors such as introversion, ambition, agreeableness and sociability. All these can be both observed and with some degree of objectivity, measured.<\/p>\n

The nine Enneagram types are not nine sets of distinct traits or behaviors. In fact, several Enneagram types may have some similar traits and behaviors. As a key area to consider, take being hardworking or being sociable-relational. These traits may appear similar. However, the motivations driving these traits are fundamentally different.<\/p>\n

\"Enneagram<\/a>Enneagram Type Ones<\/b> seek a perfect world and work diligently to improve both themselves and everyone and everything around them.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | strive for quality | organized | perceptive | honest
\nDevelopment<\/b> | reactive | critical | opinionated | impatient<\/p>\n

More info about Ones<\/h4>\n

\"Enneagram<\/a>Enneagram Type Twos<\/b> want to be liked by those they want to like them, try to meet the needs of others, and attempt to orchestrate the people and events in their lives.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | empathic | supportive | motivating | warm
\nDevelopment<\/b> | accommodating | indirect | angry when unappreciated | overextending<\/p>\n

More info about Twos<\/h4>\n

\"Enneagram<\/a>Enneagram Type Threes<\/b> organize their lives to achieve specific goals and to appear successful in order to gain the respect and admiration of others.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | energetic | entrepreneurial | confident | results oriented
\nDevelopment<\/b> | competitive | abrupt | overly focused | selectively disclosing<\/p>\n

More info about Threes<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Fours<\/b> desire deep connections with their own inner worlds and with others and feel most alive when they authentically express their feelings and experiences.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | inspiring | creative | introspective | expressive
\nDevelopment<\/b> | intense | self-conscious | moody | guilt-ridden<\/p>\n

More info about Fours<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Fives<\/b> thirst for information and knowledge and use emotional detachment as a way of keeping involvement with others to a minimum.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | analytic | objective | systematic | expert
\nDevelopment<\/b> | secretive | detached | autonomous | under-emphasize relationships<\/p>\n

More info about Fives<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Sixes<\/b> are insightful, prone to worry, and create anticipatory scenarios in order to feel prepared if something goes wrong; some engage in risk to prove their fearlessness.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | loyal | collaborative | persevering | problem solving
\nDevelopment<\/b> | worrying | intolerance of ambiguity | analysis paralysis | martyring<\/p>\n

More info about Sixes<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Sevens<\/b> crave stimulation from new ideas, people, and experiences, avoid pain, and engage in positive possibility planning in order to keep all of their options open.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | imaginative | enthusiastic | engaging | quick thinking
\nDevelopment<\/b> | impulsive | unfocused | rebellious | pain avoidant<\/p>\n

More info about Sevens<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Eights<\/b> pursue the truth and justice, like to keep situations under control, want to make important things happen, and try to hide their vulnerability.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | direct | strategic | protective | big action oriented
\nDevelopment<\/b> | controlling | demanding | disdain weakness | intimidating<\/p>\n

More info about Eights<\/h4>\n

\"\"<\/a>Enneagram Type Nines<\/b> seek peace, harmony, and positive mutual regard and dislike conflict, tension, and ill will.<\/p>\n

Strengths<\/b> | diplomatic | easygoing | accepting | affable
\nDevelopment<\/b> | conflict avoidant | unassertive | procrastinating | indecisive<\/p>\n

More info about Nines<\/h4>\n

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Enneagram <\/b>Type One<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Ones \u00adsearch for perfection and avoid making mistakes, as symbolized by this simple and elegant tree. Ones are rooted and grounded, and upright in a variety of ways. They are also prudent and self-contained, and more structured than flexible.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Ones are discerning and judging, quality-focused and responsible, organized and resentful. They like to structure their worlds and exert self-control. The motivation is to ensure that they, others, and their environments align with their precise ideals and standards of excellence. However, Ones don\u2019t really believe that true perfection is possible. Instead, they do believe what matters is that people are constantly working on improvement.<\/p>\n

Ones have an internalized set of high standards and expectations about how they and others should behave. The also have strong options about how activities should be structured and executed. All Ones, however, do not necessarily share the same exact standards. In addition, some Ones worry in advance about meeting their standards and getting everything right. Some Ones perceive themselves as closer to perfect than the rest of us and view themselves as role models of excellence. And some Ones direct their standards of perfection to others by constantly trying to improve them!<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

The One\u2019s interpersonal style is normally clear, precise, direct, and exacting. Because of that, they use carefully chosen words and phrases expressed in a seemingly polite manner. Ones are both self-controlled and spontaneously reactive, amused and skeptical. They are also playful yet decidedly serious, and gracious, yet prone to flares of irritation.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be perfectionists at times, with high standards and a tendency to criticize both ourselves and others. However for Ones, the search for perfection and the avoidance of mistakes is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Two<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Twos search for appreciation and avoid feeling unworthy. The gift symbolizes\u00a0 what they continuously want to offer others. These gifts contain something Twos believe the other person wants or needs. This can be attention, resources, time, a kind word, advice, or even a surprise.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Twos are optimistic, generous, and emphatic. They also focus on the needs of others far more than on their own needs and desires. Twos develop an intuitive ability to know how to best support others in achieving their dreams or minimizing their suffering. It can be misleading to think that all Twos want everyone with whom they come in contact to like them.\u00a0 What Twos really want, and even expect, the people they want to like them to respond favorably. They care far less \u2013 if at all \u2013 whether people they dislike find them appealing. Almost all Twos become distressed when someone they care about in any way perceives them negatively.<\/p>\n

Most Twos appear warm, are good listeners, and offer advice that they hope and expect others will take. Some Twos appear vulnerable, even childlike as if needing protection. Other Twos exhibit more assertiveness, focusing their efforts to help or move groups or institutions in a forward direction. And other Twos derive their sense of value\u00a0 by being desirable and indispensable to special individuals.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

Twos tend to engage with others in a consistently warm way. They usually asking questions of others more often than talking about themselves. Most Twos have well-developed interpersonal skills. However,\u00a0 they\u00a0 also become self-effacing and uncomfortable when the focus is primarily on them.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be thoughtful and want others to value us. For Twos, the search for appreciation and the avoidance of feeling unworthy is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Three<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Threes search for success and avoid failure at all costs. Type Three is symbolized by the target. They take aim at their goals and develop a plan for hitting the bull\u2019s eye. Trees then do everything they can to hit their mark.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Enneagram Threes are high energy, confident, and achievement oriented. They focus first on results they believe will bring them the respect of others. Next, Threes create efficient and effective plans for accomplishing these goals. As a result, they create a persona of confidence and success, but often at the expense of being completely genuine. Threes lose touch with their deeper feelings and sense of who they really are. They confuse their \u201cpublic\u201d image with their real selves.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

Although all Threes share a success orientation and constant need to have goals and plans. However, there are also differences among them. Some Threes are highly self-reliant, strive to be the model of a \u201cgood\u201d person, and create an image of being authentic and having no image. Other Threes create an image of being high status, having prestige, and being important. This is a result of their ability to perform and their credentials, position, and high-influence friends. And some Threes focus more on creating an image of being extremely attractive in a highly masculine or feminine way. They have a lesser need for visibility and a greater desire to support the success of important people.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

The Three\u2019s interpersonal style is one of having strong, deliberate, and confident stage presence. They convey their ideas in a well-conceived and highly self-assured way. Most Threes have strong social skills except when they are stressed. At these times they can be cold and abrupt.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be results-oriented and have difficulty differentiating between what we do or how we try to appear and who we really are. For Threes, the search for success and the avoidance of failure is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Four<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Fours search for deep experiences and emotional connection and avoid rejection and feeling not-good-enough.They are symbolized by the jigsaw puzzle piece. Fours perceive themselves as a puzzle. As a result, they try to figure out why they feel so different from others and what makes them unique.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Fours are individualistic, emotionally sensitive, and creative. They seek deep meaning, authentic connections. Fours also tend to idealize that which seems unavailable, being especially attuned to what is missing in their complex worlds. Focusing on their internal experiences as a way of understanding and finding meaning, Fours seek to be deeply understood and want to be perceived as unique, special, or different.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

All Fours have a special connection to suffering and have robust, complex inner lives full of nuance and symbolism. Some Fours are hyper-active and risk-taking, silently enduring their suffering as a badge of virtue. Other Fours are hypersensitive and more despairing. They want to be accepted unconditionally for who they are. And some Fours exhibit a flair for the dramatic and engage in extreme competition with others in hopes of winning and taking center-stage. This minimizing their sense of not being good enough.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

The Four\u2019s interpersonal style uses an abundance of self-referencing speech. Examples include the extensive use of words such as I, me, my, and mine. They also tell highly personal stories and use emotion-laden and metaphoric language. It is as if their own inner worlds are the center of the universe.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can suffer at times and almost everyone wants to be understood. For Fours, the search for deep experiences and connection and the avoidance of rejection or feeling not-good-enough is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Five<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Fives search for knowledge and wisdom and avoid intrusion and loss of energy. Symbolized by the light bulb of mental knowledge, Fives try to accumulate information from which they can gain insight.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Fives are emotionally detached, private, self-controlled, and highly independent. Autonomous may be a more accurate description. Fives have an deep desire to know, particularly about areas that interest\u00a0 them. they like to fully understand how everything works and fits together. This helps Fives believe that they are on the path to wisdom. However, accumulating knowledge also helps them feel prepared for the surprises\u00a0 which they dislike. The quest for privacy is a constant among Fives. That said, the areas they consider private vary widely. Some Fives like to share their knowledge, while others consider this proprietary. Some Fives are highly private about what they do in their spare time. Other Fives consider their age, marital status, and\u00a0 personal information to be in the confidential realm.<\/p>\n

More qualities<\/h4>\n

All Fives automatically detach from their feelings in the actual moment of an emotional experience. They then reactivate some of these feelings later at a more convenient and private time. Fives also compartmentalize or isolate aspects of their lives from other parts. However, the content of what Fives compartmentalize can differ widely. Some Fives compartmentalize their work life from their home life; others keep their friends separated from one another; and other Fives keep themselves isolated from other people.<\/p>\n

In addition, most Fives are extremely wary of intrusions. This can be on their physical space, their time and energy, and demands for intense interpersonal interactions. Some keep extremely controlled boundaries and are attached to their seclusion, coming out for more engagement at specifically selected moments. Others are more outgoing and social\u00a0 and are drawn to lofty ideals that they can share with others. And some Fives engage primarily with the few others they completely trust and with whom they feel a special bond.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

The Five\u2019s interpersonal style is highly self-contained, with little animation in either their voice tone or body language. They may appear forthcoming about giving information and others less so, but all Fives appear remote to some degree. Some Fives may be engaging in a way that attracts others and others less so. However, all Fives make it obvious that there are clear boundaries about what they will discuss and for how long.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be emotionally detached and many people enjoy interesting information. For Fives, the search for knowledge and wisdom and the avoidance of intrusion and loss of energy is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Six<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Sixes search for meaning, certainty, and trust and avoid negative scenarios from occurring. Symbolized by the question mark inside the mind, Sixes question everything as a way to feel prepared for every contingency.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Of all the Enneagram types, Sixes are the most sharp-minded, insightful, and loyal. They are also issue identifiers and problem solvers. They have a mental-emotional antenna that is finely attuned to anticipate problems before they occur. As a result, they easily generate alternative paths and contingency plans. This is done to ensure the best possible outcome and prevent the worst from happening. Although the above description applies to all Sixes, Sixes are complex individuals. Some are more phobic Sixes, who are overtly and palpably fearful, to counter-phobic.<\/p>\n

These Sixes move away from fear through risk-taking. Taking risks both adrenalizes them and makes them believe that they are not fearful. Many Sixes display characteristics of the phobic and the counter-phobic Six.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

All Sixes worry as a habit of mind, although some Sixes call it instantaneous anticipatory planning or problem solving. Some Sixes do this so naturally that they no longer notice it. There are also key differences among Sixes. Some Sixes deal with their concerns by becoming warm, inviting, and by developing strong and loyal social alliances as a way to feel safe. Other Sixes become extraordinarily dutiful and try to know and adhere to the \u201crules\u201d as a way to not get in trouble by going astray. Still other Sixes\u00a0 unconsciously turn against their fear with demonstrations of great strength as a way to convince themselves of their bravery.<\/p>\n

In reality, most phobic Sixes have some counter-phobic qualities. For example, they can become aggressive toward authority or authority figures. And most counter-phobic Sixes do share their fears and concerns with those they trust.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

Sixes have a variety of interpersonal styles. Many are warm, loyal, appear genuine, and display a relative lack of pretentiousness. They can be candid, agile in expressing concerns, and willing to talk truthfully about themselves.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can worry, be insightful, and want to feel well-prepared for the various scenarios life offers. For Sixes, the search for meaning, certainty, and trust, and the avoidance of negative scenarios from occurring is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Seven<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Sevens search for pleasure and stimulation and avoid pain and discomfort. Symbolized by the glass of champagne, Sevens are bubbly and effervescent, trying to enjoy life\u2019s pleasures and positive possibilities.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Sevens are spontaneous, engaging, and multitasking to an extreme. They are also upbeat, energetic, and need to feel that they have all options possible open to them.<\/p>\n

Sevens are elaborate future planners, dreamers and visionaries. They generate enthusiasm, push boundaries, and avoid painful experiences in a number of ways. They up new ideas and engage with people or activities that excite them. Sevens also rationalize negative experiences through a positive reframing of events.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

Almost all Sevens have difficulty focusing on one thing at a time. Their attention shifts from one idea, activity, or person to the next thing that grabs their interest. They also have a contagious sense of optimism that comes from a sense that everything is possible. Some Sevens create extensive social networks. This serves as a kind of collective surrogate family that gives them the support to make the best of every opportunity. Other Sevens restrain their desire to have everything as a way to sacrifice themselves in the service of the group. And still other Sevens are unabashed dreamers. They look to everything new to stimulate and excite them.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

Sevens have a fast-talking and even faster thinking interpersonal style. Their\u00a0 mental process moves 1000 miles per hour and jumps from topic to topic. While some Sevens are quiet, most Sevens say what\u2019s on their minds as soon as they think it. Although their ideas may seem loosely connected to the rest of us, Sevens make these associative connections instantly. They then share them in rapid fire, using voices filled with enthusiasm and energy.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be creative thinkers, enjoy the rush of dopamine, and prefer pleasure to pain. For Sevens, the search for pleasure and stimulation and the avoidance of pain and discomfort is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram <\/b>Type Eight<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Eights search for control and justice and avoid feeling vulnerable or weak. Symbolized by the mountain, Eights are solid and often immovable, strong, and difficult to penetrate.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Of all the Enneagram types, Eights are the most assertive, bold, and confident. They are highly independent, with a tendency to both protect and control people and events around them. Eights also have a deep commitment to truth, justice, and equity or fairness. Most Eights are excessive in some way, particularly when they feel anxious or vulnerable. They strongly prefer to not show this side of themselves to others, perceiving such feelings as signaling weakness. Eights typically mask their tender side by engaging in excessiveness in a variety of forms. This can include over-work, too much or too little exercise, erratic or unhealthy eating, and other forms of over-consumption. Some Eights engage incessant shopping or the purchasing of items \u2013 often expensive ones \u2013 that they don\u2019t really need.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

Eights want to get their needs and desires met. They like to make big things happen quickly,\u00a0 and most have a big presence even when they are saying little. Eights can also appear somewhat different from one another. Some Eights are quiet with a low threshold for frustration and an ability to gain control in almost any situation. Other Eights are social rebels and highly protective of others. And some Eights are highly emotional, extraordinarily passionate, and enjoy being center stage.<\/p>\n

Interpersonal style<\/h4>\n

The Eight\u2019s interpersonal style is assertive, and they use voice modulation and non-verbal behavior for effect and impact. For example, they may use a strident voice, direct eye contact, and move closer to others as a way to take charge or make their point. They may also use a softer voice tone, warm eye contact, and a smile to appear gracious, hospitable, or non-threatening.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can be highly value truth-telling and pursue justice, want to make big things happen, and have issues with not appearing weak. For Eights, the search for control and justice and the avoidance of vulnerability is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

Enneagram Type Nine<\/b><\/h3>\n

Symbol<\/h4>\n

Nines search for harmony and comfort and avoid tension and conflict. The yin and yang symbol reflects the way Nines try to integrate multiple perspectives. Nines try to reconcile oppositional ideas, forces, and perspectives as a way to have all points of view considered.<\/p>\n

Description<\/h4>\n

Of all the Enneagram types, Nines are the most relaxed, easy to relate to, and accepting. The ability to honor multiple viewpoints makes them excellent facilitators. They draw out the ideas of others so everyone gets heard. Nines value harmony, seek comfortable ways of relating, and are often adept mediators of conflict. Most Nines are extremely uncomfortable with conflict when it\u2019s directed toward them. They are even more uncomfortable when they feel angry with someone. As a result, Nines keep themselves from doing anything that might generate conflict or create disharmony. Nines don\u2019t express opinions or preferences that could cause discord or disagreements. Nines also diffuse their attention by engaging in activities that comfort them, rather than focus them on their own desires or priorities.<\/p>\n

Behavior examples<\/h4>\n

As examples, Nines may do some of the following things. They may watch television for hours, flipping television channels on a regular basis. Nines may cut the grass or work in the garden when they have projects at work or home they should be doing. Some Nines go shopping or walk the dog for extended periods of time as a way of avoiding what they should be doing. There are Nines who do the dishes in an overly thorough way rather than have a difficult conversation with someone or do work they don\u2019t feel like doing.<\/p>\n

Nines appear easygoing on the outside. However, many Nines experience some degree of internal tension even if they don’t show it.\u00a0 In addition, Nines are not always as non-judgmental as they appear.<\/p>\n

Variations<\/h4>\n

Some Nines tend to satisfy their desire for comfort through the satisfaction of their physical needs \u2013 for example, eating, sleeping, and\/or reading. Other Nines submerge themselves in service of group needs by working extraordinary hours, which allows them to forget about their own desires. Still other Nines find comfort in fusing or blending almost completely with other people who are important to them. As a result, they lose a sense of themselves in the process.<\/p>\n

The Nine\u2019s interpersonal style is agreeable, relatively unassertive, and non-invasive. They are often able to talk with others about a variety of topics in an easy-going manner. For example, Nines often nod their heads in affirmation or say \u201cUh, huh.\u201d This doesn\u2019t mean they agree with the other person, just that they heard what was said. Affable and humorous, they express themselves indirectly rather than boldly or directly. This creates and maintains positive relationships and reduces potential discord between themselves and others.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h4>\n

People of all Enneagram types can prefer rapport and ease to discord. For Nines, the search for harmony and comfort and the avoidance of conflict is their primary, persistent, and driving motivation.<\/p>\n

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