ENNEAGRAM
The Enneagram is a personality typing system that describes nine distinct types of people, each with its own patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. These types are based on core motivations, fears, and desires. The Enneagram can provide insight into how individuals interact with the world and how they can grow emotionally and spiritually.
Here’s a brief overview of the nine types:
The Reformer (Type 1): Principled, idealistic, and perfectionistic. They strive for integrity and improvement but may struggle with anger and rigidity.
The Helper (Type 2): Caring, interpersonal, and nurturing. They desire to be loved and appreciated but may overextend themselves for others and neglect their own needs.
The Achiever (Type 3): Success-oriented, adaptable, and driven. They focus on accomplishing goals and gaining recognition but can become overly focused on their image and achievements.
The Individualist (Type 4): Creative, sensitive, and self-aware. They seek identity and meaning, often feeling different or misunderstood. They can struggle with feelings of inadequacy.
The Investigator (Type 5): Analytical, perceptive, and curious. They seek knowledge and understanding but can become detached, isolated, and overly focused on intellectual pursuits.
The Loyalist (Type 6): Committed, security-oriented, and responsible. They seek safety and stability but can become anxious, skeptical, and overly dependent on others.
The Enthusiast (Type 7): Optimistic, spontaneous, and adventurous. They seek variety and excitement but can avoid pain and difficult emotions, often leading to scattered or impulsive behavior.
The Challenger (Type 8): Assertive, strong, and protective. They seek control and power but can become confrontational and struggle with vulnerability and weakness.
The Peacemaker (Type 9): Easygoing, supportive, and accepting. They seek peace and harmony but can become complacent, disengaged, or avoidant of conflict.
Each type has its strengths and areas for growth, and the Enneagram encourages self-awareness and personal development. The system also includes wings (adjacent types) and paths for growth, which add complexity to the types. It can be used for personal reflection, improving relationships, and understanding how people interact within groups or organizations.
