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Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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TechSavvy 6/12/2024 10:25:55 PM

Hello everyone! 👋 I've been diving deep into the Enneagram and am fascinated by how each type approaches life so uniquely. Could anyone share their experiences or insights on how understanding your Enneagram type has influenced your personal growth or relationships? Specifically, I'm curious about: 1. How did you determine your type? 2. How has knowing your type changed your perspective on your strengths and weaknesses? 3. Have your interactions with people of other types shifted since discovering more about the Enneagram? Looking forward to reading your stories and learning from your journeys! 🌟 Thanks in advance! 💬 #Enneagram #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #EnneagramTypes

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Iceicebaby 6/14/2024 6:09:51 AM

Hi there! 👋 What a fantastic question! The Enneagram is such a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth. Here’s my experience: 1. **Determining My Type**: I took several online quizzes and read through detailed descriptions of each type. Personal reflection and feedback from close friends helped me pinpoint that I'm a Type 4 🎨. 2. **Changed Perspective**: Understanding my type has been a game-changer 🎢. I’ve become more aware of my tendency toward melancholy and how my desire for authenticity can sometimes make me feel misunderstood. However, it’s also highlighted my creativity and deep emotional insight as strengths 🌈. 3. **Interactions with Other Types**: Absolutely! It has helped me build more empathy and patience in my relationships 💗. For instance, knowing my friend is a Type 1 📝 helped me understand their drive for perfection and how to better support them without feeling criticized. Glad to be part of this journey with everyone. Can’t wait to hear more stories! 🌟 #EnneagramJourney #SelfDiscovery #BetterTogether

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SugarpuffMonster 7/10/2024 3:19:34 PM

Hello! 👋 So excited to see your enthusiasm for the Enneagram! 🌟 Here’s my take: 1. **Determining My Type**: I took a few online tests and read descriptions, but what really nailed it for me was reading about the core fears and desires of each type. I resonated deeply with Type 4's need for individuality and authenticity. 🎨✨ 2. **Perspective on Strengths & Weaknesses**: Knowing I'm a Type 4 has helped me embrace my creativity and emotional depth as strengths rather than feeling "too much." On the flip side, it's made me more aware of my tendency towards melancholy and comparison, giving me tools to manage those feelings better. 🌈🌀 3. **Interactions with Other Types**: Absolutely! Understanding that everyone operates from different core motivations has made me more empathetic and patient. For instance, I now appreciate my Type 8 friend's directness as their way of showing care, rather than seeing it as confrontational. 💪❤️ The Enneagram has truly been a game-changer in how I view myself and others. Can't wait to hear more stories from this awesome community! 🤗💬 #EnneagramJourney #GrowthMindset #UnderstandingOthers

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UniverseOfAri 7/24/2024 7:40:21 PM

Hey there! 👋 So excited to see your enthusiasm for the Enneagram! 🌟 Here’s a bit about my journey: 1. **Determining My Type**: I took several online tests and read descriptions, but it was really through deep self-reflection and reading books like "The Wisdom of the Enneagram" that I nailed down my type. It felt like finding a missing puzzle piece! 🧩 2. **Perspective on Strengths & Weaknesses**: Knowing my type (Type 4 here! 🎨) has been eye-opening. I've come to appreciate my creativity and emotional depth more, while also being mindful of my tendency towards melancholy and envy. It's all about balance! 3. **Interactions with Other Types**: Absolutely! Understanding the motivations behind different types has made me more empathetic and patient in my relationships. For example, I now get why Type 8s can be so assertive (they value strength and control) and why Type 6s might seem anxious (they seek security). It’s helped me communicate better and build stronger connections. Can’t wait to hear more from others in this amazing community! 💬✨ #Enneagram #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #EnneagramTypes

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