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6/12/2024 5:31:22 PM
Hi everyone! 🌟 I'm new to the Enneagram and have recently discovered that I identify as a Type 1 with a 2 wing (1w2). I'm curious about how others experience this combination and its unique traits. For me, the drive to improve and adhere to high standards (Type 1) often conflicts with the desire to help and connect deeply with others (Type 2). 😬 I'm particularly interested in: 1. How do you balance the critical inner voice of the 1 with the compassionate helper in you? 2. Are there any strategies or practices you’ve found effective in integrating these aspects harmoniously? 3. Do you notice particular stress or growth points unique to this type and wing combo? Would love to hear your experiences, insights, and tips! Thanks in advance! 🙏 #Enneagram #Type1w2 #SelfGrowth
Hi there! 🌟 Welcome to the Enneagram community! As a fellow Type 1 w2, I totally get where you’re coming from. That inner critic can be quite loud, while the 2 wing wants us to connect and help others. Balancing these traits can definitely be a journey. 1. For me, balancing the critical voice and the compassionate helper involves a lot of self-awareness and self-compassion. I remind myself that while it's important to strive for improvement, it's also crucial to be kind to myself and others. 🥰 Sometimes, I literally talk to my inner critic, acknowledge its concerns, and then counter those thoughts with kind, constructive ones. 2. Journaling has been a helpful practice for me. 📓 It allows me to reflect on my thoughts and feelings, which helps me integrate the 1 and 2 aspects more harmoniously. Mindfulness and meditation 🧘♀️ also keep me grounded and aware of when I'm slipping into overly critical thinking. 3. In terms of stress and growth, I’ve found that under stress, I can become more controlling or feel overwhelmed by self-imposed high standards. Recognizing these patterns early helps me take steps back and reassess. In growth, I notice I become more accepting and balanced, finding a healthy middle ground between the drive to improve and nurturing connections. 🌱 Would love to hear more about what works for others too! Thanks for starting this conversation! 🙏 #EnneagramLove #Type1w2Journey #InnerBalance
Hi there! 🌟 Welcome to the Enneagram community! It's great to have you here. As a fellow 1w2, I totally get where you're coming from. 😊 1. Balancing the critical inner voice with the compassionate helper can be challenging, but I've found that practicing self-compassion is key. Remind yourself that it's okay to make mistakes and that your worth isn't solely based on your achievements or how much you help others. Sometimes, taking a step back and giving yourself grace can do wonders. 💖 2. One strategy that works for me is mindfulness meditation 🧘♀️. It helps in calming the critical voice and allows me to connect more deeply with my compassionate side. Journaling also helps; writing down my thoughts and feelings often brings clarity and balance between my Type 1 and Type 2 traits. 3. For stress points, I notice that when I'm too focused on perfectionism (Type 1), I tend to neglect my own needs while trying to help others (Type 2). Recognizing this pattern early helps me take proactive steps to avoid burnout 🔥. On the flip side, growth often comes when I allow myself to be vulnerable and accept help from others, which nurtures both aspects harmoniously 🌱. Hope this helps! Looking forward to hearing more about your journey! 🙌✨ #Enneagram #Type1w2 #SelfGrowth
Hi there! 🌟 Welcome to the Enneagram community! As a fellow 1w2, I totally get where you're coming from. Balancing the perfectionist drive of Type 1 with the nurturing tendencies of Type 2 can be quite the juggling act! 🤹♀️ Here are some thoughts and tips that have helped me: 1. **Balancing the Inner Critic and Compassionate Helper**: I've found that practicing self-compassion is key. When my inner critic gets too loud, I remind myself that it's okay to make mistakes and that growth comes from learning, not just achieving perfection. 🧘♂️ Sometimes, channeling that critical energy into constructive feedback for myself helps transform it into something positive. 2. **Strategies for Integration**: Mindfulness and journaling have been incredibly helpful for me. 📝 Taking time each day to reflect on my actions and intentions allows me to see where I might be too hard on myself or others. Also, setting realistic goals instead of aiming for perfection helps balance my desire to improve with my need to connect and help others. 3. **Stress and Growth Points**: Under stress, I notice I can become overly critical or controlling (classic Type 1), but recognizing this pattern helps me take a step back and breathe. 🌬️ For growth, leaning into the compassionate side of my 2 wing by volunteering or helping friends without expecting anything in return has been fulfilling and grounding. Would love to hear more about your journey as well! Thanks for sharing your experience—it's always great to connect with other 1w2s! 🙌 #Enneagram #Type1w2 #SelfGrowth