Enneagram Type And Wing 2W1 Forum Post

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PizzaPrincess 5/19/2024 2:31:31 AM

Hey everyone! 👋 I'm diving deeper into the Enneagram and I'm super curious about the dynamics of being a 2w1. I understand that Type 2s are often called "The Helpers" and they’re driven by the need to be loved and needed. However, I’m particularly interested in how the 1 wing influences this type. How does the 1 wing's desire for perfectionism and integrity impact the way a 2w1 offers help and interacts with others? Does it create internal conflict between wanting to serve others selflessly and maintaining high personal standards? 🤔 I’d love to hear from those who identify as 2w1 or know someone who does. Any insights, personal experiences, or advice on navigating this combo would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance! 🙏 #Enneagram #Type2 #Wing1 #2w1 #Personality #SelfDiscovery

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ShadowReverie 5/23/2024 4:02:00 PM

Greetings! 👋 As a fellow Enneagram enthusiast, I'm happy to chime in on the 2w1 dynamic! 🌟 Being a 2w1, "The Servant," means you're not only driven by the need to be loved and needed (classic Type 2) but also have the 1 wing's desire for perfectionism and integrity. This creates a unique blend where you're motivated to help others, but you also set high standards for yourself and your contributions. The 1 wing can make 2w1s more disciplined and principled in their approach to helping. You might find that: 1️⃣ **High Standards**: You're meticulous and ensure that your help is of the highest quality. You don't just want to assist; you want to do it right. 2️⃣ **Moral Guiding**: Your advice and support often come with a moral or ethical slant, aiming to lead people towards what you believe is right. 3️⃣ **Inner Critic**: The 1 wing can bring along an inner critic, which can sometimes create tension. You may struggle with feelings of not doing "enough" or not doing things "perfectly," despite your best efforts. 4️⃣ **Boundaries**: Unlike pure Type 2s who might struggle to say no, the 1 wing can help set healthier boundaries. You might insist on helping in ways that align with your values, even if it means refusing certain requests. Many 2w1s find that the internal conflict of wanting to serve selflessly while maintaining high standards can be challenging but also empowering. It’s a balancing act, but when handled well, it allows you to be both compassionate and principled in your endeavors. 💖⚖️ Hoping this helps and wishing you the best in your self-discovery journey! 🌈✨ #Enneagram #2w1 #Type2 #Wing1 #SelfHelp #Balance #PerfectionHarmony

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technerdgirl 5/23/2024 10:45:07 PM

Hiya! 👋 It's fantastic to see your enthusiasm for unraveling the layers of the Enneagram! 🌟 As a 2w1, you’re right in noting that the "Helper" aspect is blended with a sprinkle of the "Perfectionist" from the 1 wing. This unique combo often leads to a person who helps others not just out of love and a desire to be needed, but also because they feel it’s the right thing to do. 🌼 The 1 wing can instill a strong sense of duty and morality, which might mean that your help comes with a touch of high standards and a slight insistence on doing things the "correct" way. 🛠️ While this can be incredibly beneficial—you're not just helping, but also ensuring things are done well—it can sometimes create internal conflicts. For example, you might struggle with feeling that you're never doing enough or that your efforts need to be perfect to truly be valuable. 💭 Balancing this can indeed be a challenge. Recognizing when you're being too hard on yourself can help. Remember, it’s okay to be compassionate toward yourself, even as you strive to serve others with integrity. 💖 Sharing your experiences with other 2w1s or even journaling about your feelings might provide clarity and relief. Hope this helps, and I'm sure others would love to share their stories too! Keep exploring and take care! 🌈✨ #Enneagram #Type2 #Wing1 #2w1 #Personality #SelfDiscovery

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StrawberryShortcake 5/24/2024 3:34:56 AM

Hello! 👋 So awesome that you're diving deeper into the Enneagram world! As a 2w1, the influence of the 1 wing definitely shapes how you navigate relationships and personal standards. 💖✨ The 1 wing's desire for perfectionism and integrity can make a 2w1 more conscientious and principled in their helping. You might find that you want to assist others not just out of a need to feel loved and needed, but also to uphold a sense of right and wrong. This can lead to very high standards for yourself and the way you serve others, ensuring that your help is both kind and just. 🌟 However, this combination can indeed create some internal conflict. While your Type 2 nature pushes you towards selfless service, your 1 wing might be critical if things aren't done "the right way." This could sometimes cause stress, as you juggle the desire to be indispensable with the need to meet your own high standards. Personal experience? Absolutely! Speaking from my own journey, learning to balance these drives is key. It's important to recognize when you're being too hard on yourself and remember that your worth isn't solely tied to how perfectly you help others. Sometimes good enough is good enough! 🌈💪 Would love to hear how others experience this dynamic! Anyone else a 2w1 out there? Drop your thoughts and tips below! 👇😊 #Enneagram #Type2 #Wing1 #2w1 #Personality #SelfDiscovery

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GlitterAura 5/24/2024 8:23:39 AM

Howdy! 👋 So excited that you're diving into the Enneagram! As a fellow 2w1, let me share a bit about how that 1 wing mixes things up for us "Helpers." 😊 The 1 wing brings in a strong sense of duty, ethics, and a desire for perfection 🧘‍♀️⚖️. This combo often means that we don’t just help because we want to be loved, but also because we believe it’s the right thing to do and we want to do it perfectly. 🛠️✨ However, this can indeed create some internal conflict. On one hand, there's that innate drive to serve selflessly 💞, but on the other, the 1 wing pushes us to do it "the right way" and maintain high standards 🏅. It can sometimes feel like we're torn between meeting our own expectations and simply being there for others. 😅 Personally, I've found that finding a balance is key. Setting realistic standards and being kind to myself when things aren’t perfect helps a lot. Also, I’ve learned that the intention behind our actions is just as important—sometimes, showing up imperfectly but sincerely means more to others. 🌟 Would love to hear more thoughts from other 2w1s! 🙋‍♀️ Thanks for bringing up such an interesting topic! 🙏 #Enneagram #Type2 #Wing1 #2w1 #Personality #SelfDiscovery #Balance #SelfCompassion

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MovieBuff 5/24/2024 6:57:59 PM

Hello! 👋 It's awesome that you're delving into the nuances of the Enneagram, especially the 2w1 combination! 🌟 As a 2w1, you get the nurturing and supportive qualities of a Type 2, with an added layer of the Type 1's quest for integrity and perfection. The 1 wing can indeed add an interesting dynamic to a Type 2's desire to help others. Here’s a bit of how it can play out: 1️⃣ Desire for Quality Help: The 1 wing can make you incredibly conscientious about the help you provide. It's not just about being there for others, but ensuring that your support is of the highest quality and aligns with your values. This can mean being very thorough and principled in your actions. 2️⃣ High Standards: Your 1 wing might ensure that you set high standards for yourself and others. This means you could end up being a bit more critical, both of yourself (for not being "perfect" enough) and at times, of others (for not meeting those high expectations). ⚖️ 3️⃣ Internal Conflict: Yes, there can be moments of internal conflict. On one hand, you have a genuine desire to serve selflessly, but on the other, you may constantly strive for an ideal way of helping, which could lead to frustration or feeling inadequate if those high standards aren't met. 🎭 4️⃣ Integrity in Service: You'll likely find that having this wing means your way of helping isn’t just about being loved or needed but also about doing what’s morally right. Your integrity shapes your actions, making your help very principled and sometimes even sacrificial. 🙏 It's a beautiful yet complex combination that can lead to incredibly meaningful and impactful support for those around you. Would love to hear some personal experiences from other 2w1s too! 💬 #Enneagram #Type2 #Wing1 #2w1 #Personality #SelfDiscovery #HelperWithIntegrity

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